Release Date
Effective Date
Replaces the previous edition released on February 7, 2025.
Released with Bulletin 2026-08.
See section 1.7 for what’s new.
Purpose of this Directive
This directive sets out the requirements for the handling, treatment, reuse, and disposal of oilfield waste produced by the upstream petroleum and geothermal resource development industries. This includes waste management responsibilities, activities, methods, and documentation.
See also Manual 034: Oilfield Waste Management for additional information.
Forms
Designated Information Submission System
| Applications | Designated system |
|---|---|
| Alternative waste management (e.g., pilots) | Digital data submission (DDS) system |
| New oilfield waste management facility | DDS system |
| New oilfield waste management component | DDS system |
| Modification to existing oilfield waste management facility (notification or amendment) | DDS system |
| Modification to existing oilfield waste management component (notification or amendment) | DDS system |
