285.641—What must I demonstrate in my GAP?

Your GAP must demonstrate that you have planned and are prepared to conduct the proposed activities in a manner that:
(a) Conforms to all applicable laws, implementing regulations, lease provisions and stipulations;
(b) Is safe;
(c) Does not unreasonably interfere with other uses of the OCS, including those involved with national security or defense;
(d) 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;
(e) Uses best available and safest technology;
(f) Uses best management practices; and
(g) Uses properly trained personnel.