Well Notifications
Since the UK left the EU, the Offshore Major Accident Regulator (OMAR) is now the UKs Offshore Competent Authority (previously known as the Offshore Safety Directive Regulator (OSDR). How HSE regulate the offshore industry stays the same. Our guidance will be updated to reflect this change.
The following framework diagram describes the process by which OSDR will inspect well notifications.
Framework – Well Notification (Revised January 2019)
Topic inspection templates have been developed for use by OSDR topic specialists to assist in the inspection of well notifications.
- Environmental Information – DRAFT March 2016
- EOC Inspection Template Well Notification 25 04 16
- CMAPP and Management Systems (stripped down version of safety case Management Systems and Verification template) – DRAFT March 2015
Transitional Arrangements
Transitional arrangements are in place for the handling of well notifications during the SCR2015 transitional period. Flow charts have been developed to assist well operators in determining which documents should be submitted to OSDR:
Guidance
This guidance briefs wells inspectors and administrative support staff of the line to take on queries about offshore well notifications and clarify common misunderstandings concerning notifications on the part of industry.