Definition(s)
Nonroutine Responder
Individual responders who do not have experience in oil spill response, who are not affiliated with an oil spill removal organization (OSRO), and who have not received training in accordance with OSHA regulation under 29 CFR 1910.120 prior to introduction to response theater.
Source: API RP 98, Personal Protective Equipment Selection for Oil Spill Responders, First Edition, August 2013. Global Standards