Texas Regulator Urges Oilfield Theft Reporting
RRC statement highlights issue of unreported crime, a relevant concern for Bakken operators.
Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian is urging oilfield operators to report theft, according to a statement posted on the Texas Railroad Commission's (RRC) website recently highlighted by Rigzone.
The call for increased reporting highlights a persistent, costly issue in oil and gas regions, including North Dakota's Bakken formation. Equipment theft and fuel siphoning are common crimes that impact operator profitability and site security.
While the statement originates from Texas, its message is directly applicable to Bakken operators. Unreported theft leads to financial losses and can complicate recovery efforts if law enforcement is not alerted. Industry-wide, stolen equipment often moves across state lines.
For operators in the Williston Basin, maintaining secure sites and promptly reporting incidents to local authorities and the North Dakota Industrial Commission is a standard best practice. Effective reporting helps track crime patterns and can lead to recoveries.
The Texas RRC's public emphasis on the issue serves as a reminder for all oil-producing regions to maintain vigilance. Protecting assets from theft remains a key operational consideration for companies of all sizes in the Bakken.
Source
Rigzone
