SCAT | Shoreline Cleanup Assessment Technique

SCAT is tailored for oil spill response planning and operational staff

Discover the power of the Shoreline Clean-up Assessment Technique (SCAT) programme and become a proficient SCAT Team member, primed for an efficient and effective response.

A shoreline response can become a complex management issue and pose the greatest challenge, potentially becoming the most expensive part of an incident, especially during a prolonged response. A well-established and proven systematic approach, agreed by management and stakeholders, can assist in efficiently and effectively using resources to an agreed end point.

Course summary

Coastal Dynamics

Gain insights into the intricate character and dynamics of coastal zones, learning about the physical processes shaping coastlines and how oil behaves on diverse shorelines.

SCAT Program Implementation

Develop practical skills in site assessment through immersive field exercises whilst understanding treatment recommendations and end-point criteria, giving you an appreciation of the systematic approach to SCAT.

Effective Shoreline Management

Master the art of managing a shoreline assessment program with precision, familiarising yourself with key terms and definitions used in the process whilst utilising specifically curated documentation.