1. Summary of JIP Objective:
To provide a sound and consistent basis of BOP shear ram capability and reliable performance data that can be applied to improving the safety, performance, and operation of subsea BOPs, through establishing a cost-effective process of collecting, analyzing, and sharing BOP shear ram results.
Three subgroups have been formed and actively working:
Charter Development Group
Test Protocol Group
Database Development Group
Have developed draft Charter and Test Protocol
Participants companies consist of:
(5) Drilling Contractors
(3) OEMs
(16) Operators
(4) Third-Party Service
(1) Standards Committee
(1) Regulatory

2. Decision We would like the SC16 committee to:
Decide if they feel API can govern this project
Decide if the test protocol can live in: 53 59
16A
Or its own TR