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The Adaptation of Mariculture Practices In Response To Spilled Oil

1999; Atlantis Press; Volume: 1999; Issue: 1 Linguagem: Inglês

10.7901/2169-3358-1999-1-985

2169-3366

Tim Wadsworth, Brian Dicks, Clément Lavigne,

Oil Spill Detection and Mitigation

ABSTRACT Oil spills may contaminate both mariculture facilities and livestock. Prevention of oiling should therefore be afforded a high priority. Given appropriate conditions, this may be achieved by the traditional spill response measures. However, a number of self-help response options are open to mariculturalists, that may avoid or limit the effects of spilled oil. These include the relocation of cages, transfer of stock, and early harvest, although such measures are only likely to be successful if a well-prepared contingency plan exists. The advantages and drawbacks of each of these approaches in the context of oil spill response are discussed.