The Purpose of ASCA

ASCA aims to be the best source of practical advice and assistance to its members and the best source of non-partisan information to the wider community. ASCA operates to:

Act as a national forum for professionals involved in spill control and related disciplines.
Represent ASCA members at National and State/Territory meetings and forums.
Provide a single contact point between members and regulatory authorities, overseas associations and NGOs.
Disseminate, to members and associates, information on the prevention, mitigation, remediation of and response to spills of oil and hazardous materials into the environment.
Promote information sharing and cooperation amongst ASCA members.
Provide networking opportunities through regular meetings, events and seminars.
Provide assistance to members seeking to develop their knowledge base and build expertise in spill control and related disciplines.
Develop, promote and encourage the adoption of high professional and ethical standards.
Undertake or support activities that can enhance effective national and international cooperation and response efficiency.
Encourage the formation of state/territory or regional associations.
Encourage common standards for equipment and materials used in spill control.

Support the work of the international and overseas spill control associations.