NTL 2004-G09 - Policies for Shutting-In Producible Wells During Rig Moves - May 17, 2004

This Notice to Lessees and Operators (NTL) is issued pursuant to 30 CFR 250.103 to provide guidance and clarification on when you must shut in producible wells during rig moves. The regulation at 30 CFR 250.406(b) requires you to shut in all producible wells located in the affected wellbay below the surface and at the wellhead when you (1) move a drilling rig or related equipment on or off a platform, (2) move or skid a drilling unit between wells on a platform, or (3) move a mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) within 500 feet of a platform.