A new revision of this document is currently being produced and will be published here shortly. Until then, the document is not available to download. If you need assistance with this area in the meantime please contact Mr Stan Woznicki, head of counter pollution and salvage branch, via the following email address:[email protected]

These guidelines are for those involved in the creation of oil spill response contingency plans. They promote a coherent national approach to the successful management of oil pollution incidents. They’re designed to ensure that the national contingency plan (NCP) and local plans, including those of harbour authorities, work together to respond effectively.