Drilling Waste Management Regulation
Jan 04, 2016
Drilling Waste Management Regulation
What is Drilling Waste?• produced by any well or pipeline drilling operation• contains drilling fluid and drill
cuttingsDrilling Fluid:• Water-based• Gaseous• Oil-based
Drilling Mud: Drilling Fluid & Cuttings
Why Must Drilling Waste Be Regulated?
Drilling Waste Risks– Environmental Hazards– Health: Short & Long Term– Soil Chemistry• Plant Habitation
Health Risks
Environmental Hazards
Types of Drilling Waste Management
A General Regulation Process for Drilling Wastes
Purpose
The Relevance
Interactions between Regulatory Bodies
Effectiveness and Efficiency (2) (if necessary)
Compliance