The TERMPOL Review Process RDIMS#

Presentation Outline  What is TERMPOL?  The Purpose of TERMPOL  How TERMPOL Works  Benefits of TERMPOL  TERMPOL in the Pacific Region 2

What is the TERMPOL Review Process?  TERMPOL stands for the “Technical Review Process of Marine Terminal Systems and Transshipment Sites”  Initially established in 1977 by: Transport Canada; Fisheries and Oceans Canada; Environment Canada and Public Works Canada. Updated in  For proposed bulk oil, chemical, liquefied gas terminals and other cargoes which may be identified by Transport Canada 3

The Purpose of the TERMPOL Review Process  Objectively appraises:  Vessel safety  Route safety  Cargo transfer operations  Focuses on improving, where possible, elements of a proposal which could, in certain circumstances, pose a risk to:  The integrity of a vessel’s hull while navigating  Cargo transfer operations alongside the terminal  Identifies potential issues and recommends appropriate mitigation measures

How the TERMPOL Review Process Works  Process is voluntarily initiated by the proponent  Review is led by Transport Canada, who forms a TERMPOL Review Committee (TRC) which includes other federal departments and agencies as required  The TRC and proponent agree on the scope of the surveys and studies to support the review  Once a submission has been received the TRC carries out its review and prepares a TERMPOL report containing its recommendations and findings 5

Surveys and Studies described in TERMPOL  The TERMPOL Guide provides a list of 18 surveys and studies to be completed by the proponent.  Studies and surveys cover vessel, route, and terminal information, as well as spill risk, preparation, and response  Examples of studies and surveys: Marine traffic survey Route analysis, approach characteristics and navigability survey Special under keel clearance survey Casualty data survey Vessel specifications Cargo transfer & transshipment systems Channel, maneuvering and anchorage elements Berth procedures General risk analysis and intended methods of reducing risks Contingency planning

The Benefits of TERMPOL  TERMPOL offers a coordinated procedure allowing the proponent and TRC to conduct an informed and comprehensive review of proposed marine operations and marine safety at an early stage of the proposed project  TERMPOL reviews assist Transport Canada and other departments and agencies in identifying the need for regulatory and program improvements  Proponent benefits from findings and recommendations from experts to enhance marine safety  TERMPOL reports can inform environmental assessments 7

TERMPOL in the Pacific Region Completed:  Northern Gateway Pipeline  Trans Mountain Expansion Project Underway or upcoming:  LNG Canada  Kitimat LNG  Woodfibre LNG  Pacific Northwest LNG  Douglas Channel LNG 8

Trans Mountain Review Findings and Recommendations  The TERMPOL Report contains 31 findings and 17 recommendations, many of which are consistent with the proponent’s commitments for further action  No regulatory concerns were identified for the marine transportation component of the proposed project  The TRC supports the following measures to reduce risk and enhance awareness:  Extended use of tethered and untethered tug escort;  Extension of the pilot disembarkation zone;  Safety calls by laden tankers when in transit;  Guidance on communication between masters and watchkeeping personnel to support strong communication between tankers and their escort tugs;  Guidance to industry on enhancements to the marine safety regime that will impact their operations; and  An engagement and awareness strategy to promote safe navigation and interaction between project tankers and recreational boaters, fishing vessel operators, and operators of small vessels. 9

QUESTIONS? Bob Gowe Manager, Marine Projects