Benchmark: USDA Final Rule: Oil & Gas Operations on National Forest System Lands

Take this benchmark to assess how much you would benefit from taking the course on the Final Rule on Oil and Gas Resources on National Forest System lands.

In minutes, you will gauge how well you grasp the rule’s intent, trade-offs, and on-the-ground impacts—before investing time in the full course.

• Identify where you stand on key shifts: Forest Service vs. BLM roles, streamlined processes, and compliance expectations.
• Spot blind spots that can trigger delays, shutdowns, or added costs (bonding, surface use plans, waivers, noncompliance).
• Assess your readiness to balance efficiency with resource protection and meaningful public participation.
• Decide if deeper training will save you time, reduce risk, and improve decisions.

Result: a clear snapshot of your current understanding and whether this course will move the needle for your work.