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Limitations of the Swedish network coordination of oil spill preparedness
Document Type
Article Restricted
Publication Date
5-11-2017
Journal Title
Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management
Issue Number
00
First Page
1
Last Page
13
Abstract
The management of extreme crisis situations in Sweden has shown delays in decisive actions at higher levels during emergencies, such as oil spills. This has been blamed on unclear responsibilities that undermine the decision-making process. Confusing, conflicting, or delayed orders impede response effectiveness. This article uses network analysis and survey responses to examine the Swedish oil spill crisis management network and show the Swedish Coast Guard, Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management, Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency and Oil Spill Advisory Service as central organizations. However, the roles of these organizations need to be clarified and communicated better to other organizations. In order to improve coordination of Swedish oil spill preparedness, it is suggested to formalize and strengthen the roles of these central organizations. Weak connections between municipalities in different counties were also observed. This weakness could be overcome by more frequent exercises across counties to improve familiarity.
Comments
A poster abstract has been accepted for the 2017 International Oil Spill Conference. This manuscript is based on parts of the PhD dissertation of Jonas Pålsson.