Countermeasures on Water

©JRT Associates 2008

• The factors that challenge responders to water spills, including weather, wind, sea conditions, and currents.
• How oil weathers when spilled on water
• Resources for enlisting aid
• Tracking spills to predict ecological impact
• Managing the response effort
• Countermeasures, including booms and barriers, skimming, herding, absorbents, in situ burning, chemical treatment (dispersants and gelling agents), and bioremediation
• Safety precautions
• Dealing with contaminated wildlife

Part of the Oil Spill Response Series. Available separately or as a part of the series.