Release Date
Effective Date
Replaces previous edition issued March 6, 2023
See section 1.4 of the directive for what's new.
Purpose of this Directive
This directive sets out requirements for the treatment and disposal of drilling waste. It contains information on sampling requirements, analytical requirements and procedures, disposal criteria, and documentation related to drilling waste management and disposal.
It is designed to ensure that methods used to manage drilling waste are protective of the environment, sites used to manage drilling waste can be restored to equivalent land capability, and drilling waste management practices meet AER requirements and environmental outcomes.
Attachments
- Information for Landowners on Consent for the Disposal, Treatment, or Storage of Drilling Wastes - April 2022 [PDF]
