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Site Preparation

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OSHA uses Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (29 CFR 1926) to assess safety compliance during this phase of the development of a drilling site.

Once the location for the site has been established, the area is prepared for drilling, with the following steps:

Site Preparation

Site Preparation

Site preparation for an oil and gas well, in most instances, looks like any other construction site. Includes:

Conductor Hole, Rathole and Mousehole

Conductor Hole, Rathole and Mousehole

Prior to commencing the rig-up process, the conductor, rathole and mousehole are completed.

Transporting Equipment to the Site

Transporting Equipment
to the Site

Depending on the location of the well, access to the site may require preparation of a road bed.

 

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