ANCHORAGE, Alaska - An independent oil producer paid a $10,000 fine this
week for injecting a chemical without approval into its oil reserve, one
violation that came to light after a former employee spoke out against
the company.

The Anchorage Daily News reports that Pioneer Natural Resources, the sole
independent oil producer on the North Slope, did not challenge the fine
leveled by the state.

Pioneer injected 45,000 gallons of glycol, an antifreeze fluid commonly
used in oil reservoirs. However, the company had not sought permission
from regulators.

The Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission is also investigating
other allegations made by former employee Mike Kelley, including that the
company covered up spills, injured wildlife and created unsafe conditions
for workers.

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