Pipeline Safety

Pipeline operators with federally-regulated pipeline assets are required to comply with several PHMSA safety programs. It can be challenging to ensure compliance with the pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR 192 for the transport of natural gas and 49 CFR 195 for the transport of hazardous liquids) for each of these programs: Integrity Management (IM) – …

Use ComplyMgr to Identify Gaps Between Your Program and Pipeline Safety Regulations Read More »

In late 2021, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a new final Gas Gathering Rule bringing 400,000+ miles of pipeline assets under federal jurisdiction. In this blog, we will take a high-level look at the new regulation contained in the PHMSA Gas Gathering Rule and present information on how the rule might …

New PHMSA Gas Gathering Rule Regulations: How Does This Affect You? Read More »

In September 2010, a natural gas pipeline ruptured in San Bruno, California that led to the release of approximately 47.6 million cubic feet of natural gas. The gas ignited, causing a fire that damaged property, people, and the environment. More than a decade later, the San Bruno incident continues to serve as a reminder that …

NTSB Most Wanted List 2021-2022: Support Safety Through Quality Management Control Read More »

The safety culture in pipeline operations is based on a collection of the attitudes, perceptions, and values that your stakeholders share in relation to the risks within your operation. If you don’t assess the safety culture, you limit your ability to utilize stakeholder engagement to identify potential pipeline safety issues. You will also lack viable …

Cultural Assessment: A Critical Tool to Support PSMS and Enhance Pipeline Safety Read More »