Resource Library

Field Guide

Crisis Management Handbook

A practical guide to crisis management roles, mindset, communication, and coordination. Learn how to lead, plan, and adapt effectively under pressure.

• 05 Jun, 2022
• 17 min read
• Crisis Management

Video

Tersus Dispersant Delivery System

In response to 2014 legislation changes, OSRL developed the TERSUS aircraft dispersant spray system to deliver effective, compliant aerial dispersant capability.

• 11 Sep, 2017
• 6 min watch
• Dispersants

Podcast

The OSRL Podcast: The Response Force Multiplier - Episode 11

Discover how AI is reshaping emergency preparedness, crisis training, and simulation design in this episode of The Response Force Multiplier with OSRL’s Inês Costa.

• 21 Nov, 2025
• 60 min listen
• Exercises

Article

How OPRC 2 Training Has Evolved

From static delivery to interactive learning and flexible formats—what’s changed in OPRC 2, and what delegates gain from the course today.

• 13 May, 2026
• Exercises

Podcast

The OSRL Podcast: The Response Force Multiplier - Episode 6

Tune into Episode 6 of The OSRL Podcast, where we explore the role of response force multipliers in oil spill management and their impact on effective disaster response.

• 22 Aug, 2024
• 35 min listen
• Crisis Management

Insight

Navigating Grey Rhino Events: Strategies for Preparedness in the Shipping Industry

Explore the concept of Grey Rhino events in the Shipping Industry and why being ready for them matters. Grey rhino vs black swan insights included.

• 09 Jul, 2024
• 18 min read
• Crisis Management

Insight

Redefining Crisis Management Training: The Potential Pitfalls of Over-reliance on Virtual Training

Virtual training offers convenience, but is it enough? Learn why over-reliance on digital platforms may undermine real crisis response capabilities.

• 17 Apr, 2024
• 8 min read
• Crisis Management

Article

The Significance of Contingency Planning in Oil Spill Response

Learn the basics of contingency planning for oil spills, focusing on risk assessment, preparedness, and strategies to effectively minimize environmental and operational impacts.

• 17 Oct, 2022
• 4 min read
• Contingency Planning

Article

An Introduction To Contingency Planning For Oil Spills

Discover key elements of oil spill contingency planning, from risk assessment to response strategies, ensuring effective preparedness and environmental protection.

• 19 Jul, 2023
• 7 min read
• Contingency Planning