marilyn heiman, us arctic program director
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Marilyn Heiman, us arctic program director. Exxon Valdez Tanker Spill – March 24 1989. Exxon Valdez spill images. Images of Prince William Sound. the. Report of the Alaska Oil Spill Commission. LESSONS LEARNED. MXAK. Prevention and Preparedness are key - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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• Prevention and Preparedness are key• In region, source control and response capability• Need strong regulations for all types of oil facilities • Need adequate, well trained personnel and equipment to
respond to a worst case discharge
IMPROVEMENTS MADE AFTER THE SPILL• Double Hull Tankers• World Class High-powered Tugs• Citizen’s Advisory Councils• State funding for preparedness and response• Drills and Inspections
LESSONS LEARNED
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• Shipping Lanes• Areas to be Avoided• Seasonal Speed Limits• Automatic Identification System
(AIS) Monitoring and Compliance
• Information for Mariners: Coast Pilot, charting, weather
• Oil Spill Removal Organizations• Harbor/Marine Safety
Committee
STANDARDS OF CAREBering Strait
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