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Title:

A Reassessment of the Marine Salvage Posture of the United States

Accession Number:

01680308

Record Type:

Monograph

Availability:

National Academies Press

Washington, DC United States

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Order URL: http://worldcat.org/isbn/9780309051491

Abstract:

Prompt and effective response to time-critical ship casualties and emergencies, for example, by refloating stranded ships, can prevent marine pollution and economic disruption of ports and waterways. The marine salvage industry, which conducts this work, has undergone significant changes in the past two decades. This book evaluates these changes and assesses the adequacy of marine salvage in the United States. It is based on information gathered by the Committee on Marine Salvage Issues. Among the issues addressed are conditions in the salvage industry; emergency response-time; national salvage policy; workforce needs; salvage techniques; and the contribution of the Navy to the national salvage capability. Chapter 1 reviews the importance of salvage in preventing marine pollution and in maintaining ports and waterways. Chapter 2 outlines the major changes that have occurred in the industry since the 1982 report and assesses regional salvage readiness and capability. Chapter 3 examines major issues facing the industry and alternative approaches for addressing the various concerns. Chapter 4 presents the committee's major conclusions and recommendations. The report is intended to assist federal and state governments and the private sector in determining the policy, regulatory, and economic actions needed to ensure that the United States can respond effectively to marine accidents and prevent or minimize environmental and economic damage. It is hoped that the report also will help educate the public, the media, and all who are involved in any aspects of marine salvage.

Contract Numbers:

14-35-0001-30475; DTMA91-94-G-00003

Language:

English

Corporate Authors:

National Research Council, Marine Board

2101 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20418 United States

National Academy Press

Washington, DC United States

Pagination:

144p

Publication Date:

1994

ISBN:

9780309051491

Media Type:

Digital/other

Features:

Appendices; Figures; References; Tables

Identifier Terms:

United States Navy

Geographic Terms:

United States

Subject Areas:

Environment; Marine Transportation; Policy; Security and Emergencies

Files:

TRIS

Created Date:

Sep 11 2018 12:13PM