Wyoming Administrative Code
Agency 053 - Workforce Services, Department of
Sub-Agency 0013 - OSHA - Oil & Gas Well Services
Chapter 7 - SPECIAL OPERATIONS
Section 7-3 - Flare Pits and Flare Lines
Universal Citation: WY Code of Rules 7-3
Current through July 13, 2024
(a) When lighting a flare pit, the lighting shall be done from the upwind side. When there is no wind or the wind direction is uncertain, no attempt shall be made to light the pit unless the operator can position himself in an explosive-free area. The use of hand thrown rags or similar flaming objects is prohibited.
(b) There shall be a minimum of 120 feet from the well bore to the end of the flare line.
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