Definition(s)
Produced Sand
Produced sand originates from geological formations and is separated from formation fluids during oil and gas production. It may also contain scale particles that are generated during the processing of those fluids.
Source: Offshore Waste Treatment Guidelines, The Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board, Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Board, and National Energy Board, Canada, December 15, 2010. Regulatory Guidance