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Petroleum Operations Notices

Petroleum Operations Notices (PONs) are formal guidance documents issued by regulatory bodies, primarily in the oil and gas industry, outlining specific requirements and obligations for operators regarding various aspects of petroleum activities, including reporting incidents, managing data, and obtaining consent for operations. These notices ensure compliance with regulations for safety, environmental protection, and information management throughout the petroleum lifecycle.

Current PONs Documents

PON Form PON Title Rev Date PON Guidance
Petroleum Operations Notice No 1 FormRecord and Sample requirements for surveys and wells 2016
Petroleum Operation Notice No 2 FormReporting Procedures 2016
Petroleum Operations Notice No 3 FormNotification of Geophysical Surveys – Guidance Notes2016Petroleum Operations Notice No 3 Guidance
Petroleum Operations Notice No 4 FormApplication for Consent to Drill Exploration, Appraisal, and Development WellsUPDATE PENDINGPetroleum Operations Notice No 4 Guidance
Petroleum Operations Notice No 5 FormApplication to Abandon or Temporarily Abandon a well 2012Petroleum Operations Notice No 5 Guidance
Petroleum Operations Notice No 6 FormApplication to complete or workover a well 2012Petroleum Operations Notice No 6 Guidance
Petroleum Operations Notice No 7 FormWell Numbering System 2012
Petroleum Operations Notice No 8 FormOil Pollution 2016
Petroleum Operations Notice No 9 FormReporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences 2012
Petroleum Operations Notice No 10 FormApplication to Use and Discharge Non-Aqueous Drilling Fluids and Associated Cuttings 2016
Petroleum Operations Notice No 11 FormLoss or dumping of materials at sea from offshore oil and gas installations 2016

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