What is the appropriate action to take after calling away the oil spill containment team?

Calling away the oil spill containment team is a critical step in managing an oil spill effectively. The appropriate action following that call is to secure the source of the spill. This action is essential to prevent further leakage and mitigate the environmental impact. By addressing the source, the team can reduce the volume of oil released into the environment, making containment and clean-up efforts significantly more manageable.

Securing the source might involve shutting off valves, stopping pumps, or taking other immediate measures to control the release of oil. This proactive approach ensures that the situation does not escalate while the containment team arrives and sets up their operations.

Continuing with normal operations would be dangerous, potentially worsening the spill and complicating containment efforts. Assessing damage during pumping might be necessary but should not take priority over securing the source, as leaks could increase during that time. Suspending all operations entirely could be excessive if the fix can be addressed quickly and efficiently without halting all activities. Therefore, the most logical and immediate priority is to secure the source of the spill.