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8. In the case of a well which is to be drilled—
(a)particulars, with suitable diagrams, of—
(i)the location of the top of the well;
(ii)the directional path of the well-bore;
(iii)its terminal depth and location; and
(iv)its position, and that of nearby wells, relative to each other;
(b)particulars of the geological strata and formations, and of fluids within them, through which it will pass, and of any hazards with the potential to cause a major accident which they may contain;
(c)the procedures for effectively monitoring the direction of the well-bore, and for minimising the likelihood and effects of intersecting nearby wells; and
(d)a description of the design of the well, including the limits on its safe operation and use.
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