USDA Final Rule: Oil & Gas Operations on National Forest System Lands
Stay ahead of regulatory changes with the authoritative course on the USDA’s revised regulations for oil and gas operations on National Forest System (NFS) lands. This training covers essential updates in leasing, surface use planning, operator responsibilities, compliance monitoring, and enforcement under the new Final Rule (36 CFR Parts 214, 228, and 261). Equip yourself to meet compliance deadlines, avoid costly penalties, and implement best practices on existing and future leases. Designed for operators, lessees, Forest Service and BLM staff, and consultants involved in oil and gas activities.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the scope and applicability of the revised regulations.
* Identify key compliance requirements for oil and gas operations on NFS lands.
* Implement the updated procedures for leasing, operations, and compliance monitoring.
* Recognize the legal and financial consequences of non-compliance.
* Navigate the roles and responsibilities of the Forest Service, BLM, and operators under the new rule.
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, all course purchases are for access to the course for a period of 1-year. At the end of the one year term, the course will be set to “inactive”.