Following are a set of P2 options you may wish to implement. No option is perfect for everyone, but sometimes options that have worked at one facility can work at yours. They might also serve as inspiration.

Reviewed Oil and Gas - Well Servicing and Workover Options

Options below have reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented for facilities.

• Use biodegradable, water-based solvents or soap cleaners.
• Substitute non-hazardous surfactants (soap) for solvents (mineral spirits) for equipment cleaning.
• Use up all solvent in containers; ensure that no residues remain.
• Minimize amount of solvent being lost during cleaning or maintenance (e.g., use drip pans to collect solvent for reuse).
• Clean equipment with high-pressure water, steam, or nontoxic solvents.
• Keep solvent containers tightly covered to decrease loss due to vaporization.
• Use inventory control to minimize volume of unnecessary solvent stored.
• Use dirty solvent for initial cleaning and clean solvent for final cleaning.

• Minimize the volume of lubricating oil by extending its use.
• Test oil and extend its use based on wear versus accumulated operating hours. [Note: Many lubricating oil suppliers offer testing service at no charge.)