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OPRC (IMO Equivalent) Training Courses

OPRC IMO equivalent certification

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has developed a range of Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation (OPRC) training course models to address aspects of oil spill planning, response and management. These are known as the OPRC Model courses. Through our accreditation from the UK Nautical Institute (NI), we can deliver IMO-recognised (equivalent) OPRC Model training courses to UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) standards. The certification for IMO level courses is MCA or OSRL Certification of Completion.

OPRC Level (IMO) equivalent training courses include:

  • Oil Spill Awareness – OPRC Level 0 (IMO Equivalent)
  • Site Supervisor - OPRC Level 1 (IMO Equivalent)
  • On-Scene Commander - OPRC Level 2 (IMO Equivalent)
  • Oil Spill Response Management - OPRC Level 3 (IMO Equivalent)
  • Oil Spill Response Refresher - OPRC Level 1-3 (IMO Equivalent)

OPRC/IMO course benefits

Standards

OSRL has extensive experience in working with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to deliver OPRC IMO Model training courses worldwide.

Structure

Our OPRC (IMO equivalent) courses detail every aspect of oil spill response, from oil behaviours and environmental considerations to the practical elements of cleaning up an oil spill and the management of the incident in its entirety.

Success

Vital training for the complete spectrum of response personnel, from operational staff, through to supervisors, on-scene commanders and senior managers in oil spill response.

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Early bird discount - save 10%

Book a course more than three months in advance and save 10% for each person booked on the course.

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Highest training standards

OSRL is a Nautical Institute accredited training provider to the oil, gas and shipping industries providing courses to national and internationally recognised training standards such as MCA/OPRED (UK) and OPRC/IMO.

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Knowledgeable trainers

OSRL's trainers bring together technical proficiency, industry know-how, and a comprehension of regulatory mandates in the oil, gas, and shipping industries. Our training programs are designed to prioritise the safety, efficiency, and robustness of operations.

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OPRC (IMO Equivalent) Training Courses

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Site Supervisor - OPRC Level 1 (IMO Equivalent)

Essential training designed for those within the organisation that may be required to lead a response team in the event of an oil spill.

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Face To Face (English)

MCA3/3P

OPRC 1 (IMO Equivalent)

Duration

3 Days

Next Date

Run on Request

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£1256 pp. £1395

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On-Scene Commander - OPRC Level 2 (IMO Equivalent)

All OPRC Level 2 courses deliver the same internationally recognised, high-quality training for Supervisors and On-Scene Commanders, but vary by location, duration, language, and accreditation. Course Comparison available in Course Overview.

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Face To Face (English)

OPRC 2 (IMO Equivalent)

MCA4/4P

Duration

1 Day

Next Date

24 October, 2025

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£2175.30 pp. £2545.20

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Face To Face (English)

OPRC 2 (IMO Equivalent)

Duration

4 Days

Next Date

Run on Request

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$3465 pp. $3119

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On-Scene Commander -Americas - OPRC Level 2 (IMO Equivalent)

This course delivered in America, provides the fundamental knowledge required for all Supervisors and On-Scene Commanders to conduct a successful response.

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Face To Face (English)

OSRL

OPRC 2 (IMO Equivalent)

Duration

5 Days

Next Date

Run on Request

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$2178 pp. $2400

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On-Scene Commander -Americas - OPRC Level 2 (IMO Equivalent) Spanish

This course, delivered in Spanish at our American base, provides the fundamental knowledge required for all Supervisors and On-Scene Commanders to conduct a successful response.

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Face To Face (Spanish)

OSRL

OPRC 2 (IMO Equivalent)

Duration

5 Days

Next Date

Run on Request

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$2178 pp. $2420

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Oil Spill Response Management - OPRC Level 3 (IMO Equivalent)

This course will enhance the expertise in incident management strategies for all senior managers, officials and decision-makers involved in managing a response to an oil spill.

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Face To Face (English)

OPRC 3 (IMO Equivalent)

MCA5/5P

Duration

3 Days Non- UK / 4 days UK

Next Date

Run on Request

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£2091 pp. £2521

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Oil Spill Response Refresher - OPRC Level 1-3 (IMO Equivalent) and 3-5 MCA

This course provides you with revalidation of the OPRC Levels 1- 3 (IMO Equivalent) and MCA Levels 3-5, covering the technical and regulatory aspects of oil spill response.

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Face To Face (English)

OPRC Refresher (IMO Equivalent)

MCA Refresher

Duration

1 Day

Next Date

Run on Request

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£593 pp. £692

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Distance Learning (English)

OPRC Refresher (IMO Equivalent)

MCA Refresher

Duration

2 Half Days

Next Date

Run on Request

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£532 pp. £613

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On-Scene Commander - OPRC Level 2 (IMO Equivalent) – Exclusive for Exxon Delegates

Exclusively for ExxonMobil delegates, this course provides the fundamental knowledge required for all Supervisors and On-Scene Commanders to conduct a successful response.

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Face To Face (English)

OSRL

OPRC 2 (IMO Equivalent)

Duration

5 Days

Next Date

Run on Request

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$3869 pp. $3869

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