Before a winter ozone alert: o Review information about ozone and the need to reduce emissions. o Update worn or missing “Latch the Hatch” signs. o Clean and maintain thief hatch closure surfaces and replace worn gaskets. Refresh VOC and NOx reduction ideas when an alert starts. Agree on a plan for the alert. Double-check thief hatches to ensure they are closed. Latch the Hatch! Ensure flare/combustor pilots are lit. Double check to ensure that any flares in use are lit. Minimize liquid hauling from well sites other than sites equipped with a LACT unit. Conduct OGI and/or AVO inspections of components. Repair leaks. Postpone or avoid maintenance that could lead to emissions. o Consider avoiding liquids unloading, blowdowns, pigging, venting. Limit vehicle idling. Maintain speed limits. Combine trips (work, shopping, errands, etc.). Delay refilling methanol and chemical tanks. Use only paints, chemicals, cleaning, and personal care products with low VOC emissions. Reduce production as needed to eliminate or minimize flaring. Postpone flowback and completion activities. Postpone or avoid gas releases associated with compressor startups and shutdowns. Reduce circulation rates of glycol dehydrators. Capture/control emissions from equipment. Reducing Emissions During Wintertime Ozone Alerts 7 UPDATE
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