R 408.15743
R 408.15743 Treating and cementing discharge lines.
Cite as Mich. Admin. Code R 408.15743
Rule 5743. (1) Before initiating well servicing operations, the well shall be
checked for pressure and proper steps shall be taken to remove the pressure or to
ensure safe operation under pressure.
(2) A treating or cementing discharge line shall not be placed under any mobile
equipment nor shall any mobile equipment be spotted over any such line.
(3) A discharge pressure line shall include sufficient flexible joints to avoid line
rigidity and minimize vibration at the wellhead.
(4) When using an open-ended flow discharge line to flow or bleed off a well, the
line shall be secured to prevent whipping. The flow discharge line shall be anchored
before opening the wellhead control valve.
(5) All pressure shall be bled from a discharge line before breaking out or rigging
down the line.
(6) After a hazardous substance has been pumped, all discharge lines shall be
properly flushed before breaking out.