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BMP of Oil and Gas Development

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BMP ID: 6596
Title: If permissible, burn oil for energy recovery
Text: Electrical equipment, oil-filled: Recycling: "Burn oil for energy recovery if permissible (PCB content may prohibit this option; check appropriate regulations)."
Source Publication Name: Pollution Prevention/Best Management Practices Pocket Guide for the New Mexico Oil and Gas Industry
Citation Section:
Citation Page: 24
Supplemental Documents: Pollutants from Oil and Gas Development
Usage Type: Recommended
Timing: • Production / Operation / Maintenance
Oil / Gas Field:  
Surface Ownership: • Federal
• State
• Private
Mineral Ownership: • Federal
• State
• Private
Primary Contact: Oil Conservation Division: New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department
1220 South St. Francis Drive
Santa Fe, New Mexico  87505  USA
Phone:(505) 476-3460     Alt. Phone:
Fax:(505) 476-3462     E-mail: 
Alternate Contact:  
 
Categories: Air Quality and Emissions
Land Surface Disturbance
Location: New Mexico
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General Comments: "Electrical equipment, oil-filled: (less than 50 parts per million PCB content) and out of service. Includes: Capacitors, transformers, switches, heat transfer fluids" "Use appropriate PPE. Avoid eye and skin contact. Consult MSDS for additional guidance for specific chemical."
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Date Entered: 2010-05-12 10:37 UTC
Last Updated: 2010-05-12 10:37 UTC