Title of the course:
Regional Training on “Methods of Modeling and Control of Chemical Spills in Coastal and Marine Environment”
Rationale
In accordance with its mission to facilitate implementation of Jeddah Convention, PERSGA shall enhance cooperation among member states, in taking the necessary and effective measures to protect the coastline from the threat and effects of pollution, by oil or other harmful substances that may result from marine emergencies.
The tonnage of chemicals exported and imported by countries of the region, and that in transit through the Red Sea is steadily rising. This suggests that incidents that could or would cause damage to the marine environment and risks to public health are distinctly probable. An essential requirement for Response and Contingency Plans implementation is building capacities to ensure that the bodies responsible for management are able to efficiently deal with such hazardous incidents of chemical spills. Acquainting methods of predicting the fate of chemical spills including trajectory models; chemical pollutants types, toxicity and reactivity; equipment and tool requirements etc., in addition on-scene drilling and exercise are important to ensure best preparedness and response performance.
Objectives of the meeting
The main objective of the workshop is to train participants on methods employed to chemical spill preparedness, response and control. The training will be based on best available knowledge and practices in this field, such as systems employed by HELECOM, and other US and European agencies.
Participants
Participants of this workshop will be the national officials responsible for Contingency planning, and maritime pollution response and control.
The total expected number for this course is not to exceed 25 participants.
Date and Duration
The duration of the course is three working days and will be conducted during December 20-22, 2009.
Location
PERSGA HQ, Jeddah, KSA.
Organizers
The Regional Organization for the Conservation of the Environment of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden – PERSGA.
Language
The training language is English. Arabic will be used as an auxiliary medium where appropriate
Training Materials/References
Details to be provided at a later stage.
Instructors/Keynote speakers
Details to be provided at a later stage