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Recent Accomplishments of the Derelict Vessel Task Force. Major Accomplishments. Ch 9030 of NWACP - Derelict Vessel Best Mgt Practices Standardization of Terminology Abbreviated Authorities Matrix Standardization of Reporting Standardization of Risk Matrix
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Major Accomplishments • Ch 9030 of NWACP - Derelict Vessel Best Mgt Practices • Standardization of Terminology • Abbreviated Authorities Matrix • Standardization of Reporting • Standardization of Risk Matrix • Improved Notice Sticker and New Warning Letter • Expansion & Maintenance of Database • Draft Training Presentations • Development of Draft Ideas & Recommendations
Chapter 9030 I PurposeII Acronyms & AbbreviationsIII DefinitionsIV BackgroundV OperationsA. Prevention B. Assessments C. Safety D. Response Operations E. Points of ContactVI Federal & State Authorities
Improved Notice Sticker & Letter of Concern • Use std terminology found in “Defining the Problem Graphic”, Reporting Form & Risk Matrix • Sites specific conditions of concern • Provides opportunity for corrective action • Outlines potential consequences of inaction
Database Now reflects terminology & data fields of improved reporting form and risk matrix
Draft Training Presentations • Data Base Training • USCG Auxiliary Training • Job Aid for Law Enforcement Agencies • Presentation for NGO’s • All found on RRT/NWAC DVTF Tab
Draft Ideas All within Area of Concern due to potential consequences of inaction 9 ideas w/ varying ability for action by RRT/NWAC All ideas are well within area of influence One is within the direct control of the RRT/NWAC
National Level Ideas • Require all vessels of concern & all commercial vessels to carry a bond or insurance to cover the cost of removal and disposal if left derelict or abandoned • Establish a Federal Mitigation Bank, funding maritime government agency’s capacity to remove and dispose of Abandoned Derelict Vessels
Regional Level Ideas • Amend vessel registration requirements to provide for more efficient tracking and designation of Vessels of Concern • Establish clear definitions relative to the life cycle of a vessel that is on the glide path to become a derelict or abandoned vessel which eventually puts a removal burden on the public • Enable public officials to intervene proactively and effectively upon designation that a boat is a Vessel of Concern • Establish State-Owned Aquatic Lands Leasing application review process
Regional Level Ideas • Continue Program Alignment • Strengthen Inter-Agency Investigation Cooperation • Disposal Guidance (DEQ, DOE)