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Permalink Reply by The_Baron on May 3, 2011 at 9:00

Blow out Preventer.

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Permalink Reply by smith1 on May 3, 2011 at 9:59

I am assuming all wells have this preventer?

Thanks.

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Permalink Reply by Rob on May 3, 2011 at 9:02

Blow Off Preventer test done 4-16-2011

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Permalink Reply by Max on May 3, 2011 at 9:16

Would this device be similar to the one on the BP well?

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Permalink Reply by Joe Aldridge on May 3, 2011 at 11:19

Max,

Yes, it's the same but different. It has the same purpose - blow out preventer -  but the configuration would probably be different. Most companies have a schedule to test the BOP while drilling. But if they are getting "Kicks" they may test it more frequently. A well that was drilled a couple of years ago near my property was testing the BOP weekly. When they are that concerned with the operation of the BOP that says something to me. The well ended up good in Tuscaloosa as a gas well.

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Permalink Reply by The_Baron on May 4, 2011 at 10:20

The state of LA has increased its oversight of BOP testing in recent months. There is now an inspection that is witnessed by OoC agents.

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Permalink Reply by Joe Aldridge on May 4, 2011 at 10:39

Baron, I would not doubt that. Sounds good to me. The BOP is an integral part of the drilling operation and MUST be functional at all times. After the BP incident I can understand the State's desire to make sure that the BOP is working properly.

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