Release Date
Effective Date
Replaces the previous edition released on October 1, 2026.
Released with Bulletin 2026-45
Purpose of this Directive
This directive details the minimum equipment and procedure requirements that the licensee must follow when drilling wells in Alberta. It also describes the role of AER field centre inspectors and includes and explains the AER Drilling Inspection Report, which AER field inspectors complete during site inspections. Inspectors can also use this directive as a reference when completing inspection reports.
Designated Information Submission System
The table below sets out the designated information submission system to use when submitting information under Directive 036.
| Item (section of directive) | Designated Information Submission System |
|---|---|
| Notification of commencement of drilling (spud) (section 17.1) | OneStop |
| Drilling and completion data recording (section 17.2) | See Directive 059: Well Drilling and Completion Data Filing Requirements |
| Loss of circulation – recording and reporting (section 17.3.1), only if the well requires an AER-approved operation-specific ERP | Energy and Environmental Emergency 24-Hour Response Line at +1 (800) 222-6514 |
| Kick – recording and reporting (section 17.3.2), only if the well requires an AER-approved operation-specific ERP | Energy and Environmental Emergency 24-Hour Response Line at +1 (800) 222-6514 |
| Blowout – recording and reporting (section 17.3.3) | Energy and Environmental Emergency 24-Hour Response Line at +1 (800) 222-6514 |
| Containment of fluids and spills (section 19.7) | Energy and Environmental Emergency 24-Hour Response Line at +1 (800) 222-6514 |
