A training company has opened up opportunities to workers helping with the Deepwater Horizon spill cleanup operation.

Individuals looking to get oil industry training might consider a 40-hour course with 360training.com, which is currently offering a discount on its Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) courses.

According to the company, the role of compliance training and Environmental Protection Agency standards is central to the oil and gas industry.

Ed Sattar, 360training.com chief executive, said: "We believe that the best way our organisation can contribute is to provide the crucial training volunteers need to clean up this mess."

He added that the oil industry training could help professionals learn how to protect themselves from hazardous substances, as well as maintain public and environmental safety.

The 360training courses cover all of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's standards for handling hazardous materials.

Pupils receive 24/7 technical support when taking part in an online course.

Oil & Gas Directory: Training & Development