Resource Library

Insight

Navigating in a Crisis and the Value of Worst Case Scenario Planning

Effective navigation in a crisis starts with preparedness. Learn why worst-case scenario planning is essential for confident, capable response.

• 13 Jan, 2021
• 10 min read
• Crisis Management

Article

Communicating Dispersant Use: Explaining How Response Techniques Are Chosen

A practical guide to explaining why dispersants may be used in oil spill response, how NEBA guides decisions, and how risks are managed and communicated.

• 13 Apr, 2026
• 6 min read
• Dispersants

Article

Dispersant Approvals and Regulatory Approaches

How countries approve dispersants, the differences between models, and what this means for oil spill preparedness and response capability.

• 15 Jun, 2026
• 7 min read
• Dispersants

Case Study

Decommissioning Support Through Equipment Hire Services

Safeguarding the environment with Tier 1 equipment hire services enabled an OSRL Member to successfully decommission a Floating Production Unit.

• 08 Feb, 2023
• 2 min read
• Equipment

Recorded Seminar

Are You Response Ready? A Guide to Maintaining Tier 1 Response Equipment

This seminar examines some of the most effective ways to organise, store, and maintain Tier 1 response equipment.

• 12 Jul, 2023
• 53 min watch
• Equipment

Field Guide

Dispersant Application Monitoring: Tier II and III Field Guide

Explore practical tools and guidance for Tier II & III dispersant monitoring. Learn how to assess effectiveness, ensure correct dosage, and support informed decision-making.

• 22 Jul, 2015
• 16 min read
• Dispersants

Field Guide

Dispersant Application Monitoring: Tier I Visual Observation Field Guide

A practical guide for using visual observation to monitor dispersant effectiveness. Includes safety tips, response indicators, and reporting to support decision-makers.

• 22 Jul, 2015
• 16 min read
• Dispersants

Insight

Is the Offshore Wind Industry Ready for a Crisis?

Whilst the risk may not be crude oil, understanding impacts and response options for other fuels is imperative for the offshore wind industry.

• 17 Feb, 2022
• 13 min read
• Crisis Management

Insight

Developing Leaders for a Crisis – Ego is the Enemy

The science behind leadership development and the mindset and skillset that leaders require in complex scenarios and crisis situations.

• 24 May, 2021
• 10 min read
• Crisis Management