Waste Management

Who is the course for?

Any personnel who require an awareness of the environmental impacts associated with offshore waste and how these wastes can be managed.

Is previous experience required?

 You do not require any previous experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an understanding of the types of waste generated offshore, how these wastes impact the environment and the methods that can be used to reduce and manage waste.

How will the course benefit my company?

Environmentally aware personnel can help to reduce the environmental impacts of your operations and improve environmental performance.

What standards are referenced in the course?

The European Union (EU) Waste Framework Directive

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) 1973 - Annex IV

Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Sewage and Garbage from Ships) Regulations

Deposits in the Sea (Exemption) Order 

Landfill Directive 

Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations

Special/Hazardous Waste Regulations

The Special Waste Amendment (Scotland) Regulations 

Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 

Radioactive Substances Act

Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 

Waste (England and Wales) Regulations

Waste (Scotland) Regulations 

Controlled Waste (England and Wales) Regulations

Waste (Scotland) Regulations

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.