Course goal: This course aims to increase learners’ awareness of the environmental aspects and impacts related to the Oil and Gas Industry and the actions that can be taken to minimise environmental damage.
Learning Objectives
LO1 Identify the main environmental issues that affect the Oil and Gas industry
LO2 Explain the importance of being an environmentally responsible company
LO3 Explain the company’s commitment to managing environmental issues
LO4 Explain the role of ISO 14001 in environmental management
LO5 Explain the role of the Regulator
LO6 Define what is meant by environmental ‘aspects’ and ‘impacts’
LO7 Identify the activities that can contribute towards atmospheric pollution
LO8 Identify the activities that can contribute towards water pollution
LO9 Identify typical spill sources
LO10 Describe the environmental effects of chemical discharges
LO11 Identify the sources and impacts of disturbance of the seabed by the Oil and Gas Industry
LO12 Identify the sources and impacts of noise from oil and gas operations
LO13 Identify the activities that can generate waste
LO14 Describe ways in which the impact on the environment can be minimised
LO15 Explain that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment