§ 553.20 What methods may I use to demonstrate OSFR?

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Title 30—Mineral Resources > CHAPTER V—BUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR > SUBCHAPTER B—OFFSHORE > PART 553—OIL SPILL FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR OFFSHORE FACILITIES > Subpart C—Methods for Demonstrating OSFR

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As the designated applicant, you may satisfy your OSFR requirements by using one or a combination of the following methods to demonstrate OSFR:

(a) Self-insurance under §§ 553.21 through 553.28;

(b) Insurance under § 553.29;

(c) An indemnity under § 553.30;

(d) A surety bond under § 553.31; or

(e) An alternative method the Director approves under § 553.32.

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