Definition(s)
Well Barriers
System of one or several well barrier elements that contain fluids within a well to prevent uncontrolled flow of fluids within or out of the well.
Source: ISO 16530-1:2017, Petroleum and natural gas industries — Well integrity – Part 1: Life cycle governance, First Edition, March 2017. Global Standards
Well Barriers
An envelope of one or more well barrier elements that prevents fluids from flowing unintentionally from the formation or well into another formation or to the surface.
Source:API SPECIFICATION 19TT, Specification for Downhole Well Test Tools and Related Equipment, First Edition, October 2016. Global Standards
Well Barrier
Envelope of one or several dependent barrier elements preventing fluids or gases from flowing unintentionally from the formation into another formation or to the surface.
Source: API RP 90, Annular Casing Pressure Management for Offshore Wells, Upstream Segment. First Edition, August 2006. Global Standards