30 CFR § 250.408
May I use alternative procedures or equipment during drilling operations?
July 29, 2020
You may use alternative procedures or equipment during drilling operations after receiving approval from the District Manager. You must identify and discuss your proposed alternative procedures or equipment in your Application for Permit to Drill (APD) (Form BSEE-0123) (see §250.414(h)). Procedures for obtaining approval are described in §250.141 of this part.