(a) When drilling a well, you must:
(1) Keep the well under control at all times by:
- (i) Conducting training during your operation to maintain the capability of your personnel to perform emergency procedures quickly and effectively;
- (ii) Using properly maintained equipment; and
- (iii) Using operational practices that allow for quick and effective emergency response.
(b) You must use sound engineering principles and take into account all pertinent data when:
- (1) Selecting and using drilling fluid types and weights;
- (2) Designing and implementing a system to control fluid temperatures;
- (3) Designing and using blowout prevention equipment; and
- (4) Designing and implementing a casing and cementing program.
- (c) Your operation must always comply with the requirements of § 3200.4.