26 Miss. Code. R. 2-1.16 - FIRE HAZARDS
(a) Anything that
might constitute a fire hazard and which is not used, or useful, in the
operation of the well, tanks, separator or other equipment shall be removed to
a distance of at least 100 feet from the well location, tanks and separators.
All heaters, treaters and other fired vessels shall be located at least 100
feet from all vessels handling or storing crude oil.
(b) All open hole drill stem tests shall be
completed in the daylight hours before sunset. Completed shall mean the closing
of the drill stem test tool valve. No well shall be swabbed into production
except during daylight hours, except in known low pressure areas or except
where reasonable safety precautions have been taken to prevent fire or
blowout.
(c) Oil shall not be
stored in earthen reservoirs or in open receptacles.
(d) The well location and the surface area
surrounding all production/processing equipment shall be kept clear of
overgrowth (grass, bushes, trees, etc.).
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