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... of incident investigation reports prepared by Operators (the regulated agents) that cited human error as the root cause - more frequent than is verified in investigations by the ANP and international institutions - showed an incorrect understanding of human factors in the national oil industry and gas...

... Abstract Conventional wind turbine (WT) pitch control is executed using traditional methods, generally based on proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers. Although reaching satisfactory power regulation and robust behavior, this approach does not explicitly consider the reduction...

... of discussions on this subject, mainly in Europe and North America, and despite the existence of international guidelines and recommended standardized practices, there are still variations in the abandonment requirements. This is mainly because the operations are strictly linked to local regulations for well...

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... opinion that operators wish to comply with a well-defined frame of Brazilian and international regulations. In general, this paper aims at examining the existing regulatory environment and make recommendations on a path forward for: Clear-cut requirements so that the permitting process flows...

... Abstract The publication of ANP Resolution 41/2015, which established the Operational Safety Regulation for Subsea System – SGSS and ANP Resolution 46/2016, that established the Technical Regulation of the Well Integrity Management System - SGIP, defined that Operator Companies operating...

... Abstract This paper provides an overview of the main efforts that are being endeavored by Petrobras in order to contribute for developing a Brazilian regulation for use and discharge of drilling fluids and cuttings from offshore oil and gas operation, based on operational safety, well integrity...

... for regulate the natural gas flaring and venting. The instrument used is the PORTARIA ANP N° 249, published on November 1st, 2000. However, the Brazilian industry has dramatically changed after the producing starting of pre-salt fields, pointing out the necessity of the ordinance revision. After analyzing...

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... with the inherent obligation of infrastructure decommissioning at the end of the contract. To meet such obligations, concessionaires and contractors plan the ways and costs to do so and the Regulator (ANP) approves such plan. The mechanics of how those plans are undertaken are, however, different in each...

... Abstract Exercising environmental responsibility during decommissioning of old assets has become increasingly important during recent years. In addition to increasing awareness in the industry, regulators consistently update and review the regulatory requirements for well abandonment and asset...

... There are different approaches for regulating the offshore transfer of personnel using personnel transfer devices (e.g., transfer baskets). This article summarizes the regulatory approaches used by several countries and offers remarks about the spectrum of regimes that can be used...

... is performed by independent consultancy firms that execute certification under the ANP (National Agency of Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels) regulation. The regulation number 47 of September 3 of 2014 states the criteria for reserves certification in the country. This resolution is based on the Petroleum Resources...

... early missteps. Recently, new rules have enabled Schlumberger to better address the national content regulations while maintaining a focus on longer term corporate strategic plans, including recruitment policy, and infrastructure and technology investments needed for business sustainability. One example...

... content percentage was then included into the concession contract which included penalty provisions in case the local content percentages were not met. In the 5th and 6th rounds, the local content requirements were amended to require a minimum local content percentage. In 2007, ANP passed new regulations...

... to the vessels. To a big extent the well intervention industry is self regulating. In this paper DNV will present their view on the regulatory challenges in this booming industry and the risks involved in these activities. Introduction Before discussing the subject of this paper further I will need...

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... and production of oil and natural gas. Considering this, was prepared the Technical Regulation of the Management System for Operational Safety on Marine Installations for Drilling and Production of Oil and Natural Gas, approved by Resolution ANP n°. 43/2007. Historical Accidents have taught that prescriptive...