Nearly seven years ago, federally-mandated testing protocol required operators to test the integrity of their BOP equipment every 14 days.
“These stricter protocols are essential to a rig’s safety and ultimate success as testing detects potential problems that can endanger rig workers and the environment,” MJ Hellail, Samoco chief executive, said.
“BOP testing is also very expensive for energy producers. Operators must interrupt rig operations for 36 to 72 hours each time they perform BOP testing.
