The objectives of this recommended practice (RP) are to:
- Provide guidelines and good practice for identification of potential major environmental incidents (MEIs) and major pollution incidents (MPIs) on or in connection with offshore oil and gas installation operations, and the management of the associated environmental risks through the use of critical elements to prevent MEIs and MPIs from occurring and reduce the consequences should one occur.
- Provide guidelines to assist offshore oil and gas installation operators to comply with the EU offshore safety directive in relation to MEIs.