Brush Removal

Brush removal is the process of clearing vegetation, shrubs, and trees from an area. For oil and gas production, brush removal may be necessary to create access roads or establish drilling pads. Best practices for brush removal involve using methods to minimize the impact on the surrounding ecosystem. The video embedded provides an example of one such method.

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Battery with fabricated containment and above ground load line containment.

Fabricated containment around tanks and above ground load line containment.

Tank battery with caliche berm and above ground load line containment.

Separators with caliche berm.

Tank battery with caliche berm.

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Batteries

Batteries are storage facilities used to store produced fluids, such as oil or gas, before further processing. Best practices for battery operation focus on ensuring the safe and efficient storage and handling of these fluids, including measures to prevent leaks, monitor tank integrity, and implement appropriate containment systems.

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Example of 16’ x 16’ double cattle guard set on seals with sloped approach ramp.

(Caliche approach should rise 2 feet from ordinary grade)

Constructed of 4 inch XX heavy wall pipe to support truck and rig traffic.

Cattleguard with welded pipe wing gates.

Cattleguard with welded pipe wing gates.

Cattleguard with welded pipe wing gates.

Sloped entrance to cattleguard. Good wing gates.

Excellent example of a cattleguard and wing gate set-up.

Excellent cattleguard and wing gate.

Excellent cattleguard and wing gate.

Excellent cattleguard and wing gate.

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Cattle Guards

Cattle guards are barriers typically installed on roads to prevent cattle from crossing while allowing vehicles to pass freely. The following specifications detail how cattle guards should be built to effectively contain livestock and ensure the safety of both animals and vehicles.

Please utilize the specifications below for building Cattle Guards:

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Above ground load line containment

Component containment is acceptable in lieu of total pump containment. Catch pan for lubricator pump drains into pump crankcase. The crankcase drains into a double-wall sump (Shown in Next Slide).

Total pump containment. Metal containment pan drains to double-wall non-metallic sump.

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Containment

Containment involves implementing measures to prevent the release of potentially harmful substances into the surrounding environment. Best practices for containment include using appropriate infrastructure and regular inspections to minimize the risk of spills or leaks.

Example of H-Brace

Fence H-Braces

Fence H-Braces are components used to support and strengthen fences, particularly in areas where livestock is present. The following specifications detail how H-braces should be constructed and installed.

H-Braces shall be constructed and installed according to the following specifications and photos.

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New net wire fence.

New net wire fence.

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Fence ROW

Fence right of way (ROW) refers to the establishment and maintenance of fences to provide clear boundaries and control access to operational sites. Best practices for fence ROW include designing and constructing durable fences that ensure safety and security while considering environmental factors.

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Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

Example of well thought out, functional cattle pens

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Livestock Handling

Livestock handling refers to the practices and techniques used to safely and efficiently manage livestock in oil and gas operations. Best practices for livestock handling include the use of appropriate equipment to ensure animal welfare. Shown above are examples of well thought out and functional cattle pens.

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Fiberglass water tank with float shutoff.

Fiberglass water tank with float shutoff.

Fiberglass water tank with float shutoff.

Reservoir Tanks

Water Troughs

Windmill with concrete water trough.

Concrete water storage reservoir and trough.

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Livestock Waterings

Livestock watering refers to providing access to water sources for livestock. Best practices for livestock watering involve ensuring a sufficient and clean water supply and using appropriate water storage and delivery systems to support animal welfare. Shown above are examples of functional livestock waterings.

Locations

Locations refers to specific sites where drilling, production, or other activities take place. Best practices for locations involve the neat and orderly organization of equipment, as shown above, to minimize adverse effects and maximize operational efficiency.

Surface Lease- utilized for oilfield storage. Please NOTE: Neat, orderly organization of equipment.

Soil Remediation Guidance

Soil remediation refers to the process of restoring contaminated soil to a clean and usable state. The document included here provides guidelines for soil remediation to mitigate environmental contamination.

GHG Emissions Reductions

GHG stands for greenhouse gas emissions, which include carbon dioxide and methane. Best practices for GHG emission reductions focus on implementing strategies to minimize the release of these gases.