ISCO International Oil Spill Emergency Organization officially became the supporting unit of WSHA Award.

2024 Asia Safety and Health World Awards: Focusing on Spill Control Award

In September 2024, the 5th Asia Safety and Health World Awards (WSHAsia 2024) will be grandly held in Singapore. As the most influential annual event in the occupational safety and health (OSH) field in the Asia-Pacific region, WSHAsia 2024 will recognize individuals and companies that have made outstanding contributions in the OSH field. This year, WSHAsia has specially established the Spill Control Award to focus on outstanding performance in the field of oil and chemical spill emergency response.

Significance of the Spill Control Award:

Oil and chemical spill incidents occur frequently, causing serious environmental pollution and ecological damage, as well as threatening human health and social security, leading to significant economic losses. Effectively preventing and controlling oil and chemical spills is an important issue in the OSH field.

The establishment of the Spill Control Award aims to recognize individuals and companies who have made outstanding contributions in the field of oil and chemical spill emergency response, encourage technological innovation and practical application in the OSH field, enhance the level of oil and chemical spill emergency management, and contribute to protecting the environment and human safety.

Mr. Wu Yue, a council member of the International Spill Control Organization (ISCO), will serve as a judge for this event.

Criteria for Spill Control Award Selection：

The Spill Control Award will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Risk assessment and management of oil and chemical spills

• Monitoring and reporting of oil and chemical spills

• Emergency plans and response for oil and chemical spills

• Cleanup and restoration of oil and chemical spills

•Innovative technologies and solutions for oil and chemical spills

•Education and training on oil and chemical spills

•Social responsibility and public engagement in oil and chemical spills

Value of the Spill Control Award:

The Spill Control Award is one of the top awards in the OSH field, and winners will receive the following honors:

• Official recognition at the WSHAsia 2024 award ceremony

• Extensive promotion on the WSHAsia official website and social media platforms

• Enhanced recognition and influence in the OSH field for individuals and companies

• Industry recognition and setting of standards

How to Participate:

Individuals and companies interested in participating in the Spill Control Award can visit the WSHAsia website before June 30, 2024, to download the application form and submit the required materials according to the guidelines.

The establishment of the Spill Control Award highlights WSHAsia's attention and value in the field of oil and chemical spill emergency response. We look forward to outstanding individuals and excellent companies in the OSH field from the Asia-Pacific region and around the world actively participating, jointly promoting technological progress and innovation in the OSH field, and contributing to building a safe, healthy, and sustainable future.

References:

• WSHAsia 官网：

https://wshasia.com/

• 溢油控制奖：https://award2024.wshasia.com/categories

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