Section 585.621 - What must I demonstrate in my COP?Your COP must demonstrate that you have planned and are prepared to conduct the proposed activities in a manner that:
(a) Conforms to your responsibilities listed in § 585.105(a) ;(b) Conforms to all applicable laws, regulations, and provisions of your commercial lease;(d) Does not unreasonably interfere with other uses of the OCS, including those involved with national security or defense;(e) Does not cause undue harm or damage to natural resources; life (including human and wildlife); property; the marine, coastal, or human environment; or sites, structures, or objects of historical or archaeological significance;(f) Uses best available and safest technology;(g) Uses best management practices; and(h) Uses properly trained personnel. 88 FR 6430 , 1/31/2023; 89 FR 42748 , 7/15/2024