You know those pipeline and gas journals that pile up on the corner of your desk? Take a few moments to unearth the February and March issues to read these recent articles from the staff of RCP.
“Risk Assessment Model for Pipeline Facility Operations” by Larry Decker, p. 38, in the March 2009 issue of the Pipeline and Gas Journal. Recent efforts to develop a consistent understanding of the risk associated with operating a cross country pipeline system have focused primarily on the pipe itself. The typical risk analysis model frequently does not address the risks associated with operating non-pipe components such as valves, tanks, pump and compression units. This article outlines a detailed logical approach that can be utilized to evaluate the relative safety, environmental and cost risk associated with operating diverse types of equipment within a pipeline facility. The methodology enables an “apples to apples” comparison of diverse pipeline components and systems from a risk standpoint, and provides the detail (granulation) necessary to identify opportunities to reduce operational risk.
“Company Name Change Requires Diligent Execution” by Ken Palmer & Bill Byrd, p. 60, in the March 16, 2009 issue of the Oil and Gas Journal. A pipeline can undergo several generations of acquisition, divestiture and other company transitions during its history. This article describes a pipeline company name change process. Methodology was designed to be streamlined and turnkey. Unanticipated findings during the inventorying phase of the project included several “eye-openers” and lessons learned are presented in the conclusions. Information in this article will clearly demonstrate that a name change goes far beyond the lettering on Company signs.
And last but not least is a Q&A; Executive Profile on Bill Byrd in the February 2009 issue of the Pipeline and Gas Journal. Here’s your opportunity to read about the man behind RCP and the DOT Compliance newsletter.
DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop – June 2 & 3, 2009
RCP will be hosting our very popular 2-day workshop on DOT Pipeline Compliance on June 2 & 3, 2009, in Houston, TX. Join us for an informative, lively, and interactive workshop on DOT Pipeline Compliance.
Day 1 (June 2): Gas Pipeline Regulations (49CFR192): Covering all the topics below but special emphasis will be placed on the changes in **GAS GATHERING** regulations.
Day 2 (June 3): Liquid Pipeline Regulations (49CFR195)
Each day of the workshop will address the following issues as they specifically relate to either Gas or Hazardous Liquid pipelines:
- PHMSA Overview
- PHMSA Jurisdictional Boundaries
- Compliance Requirements:
- New/Proposed Regulations – including liquid rural low stress and new gas production pipeline rules in Texas and other states.
For additional information go to our website here.
Save the Dates!
RCP DOT Workshops in 2009
June 2 & 3 (Tuesday & Wednesday) – Houston, TX
October 6 & 7 (Tuesday & Wednesday) – Houston, TX
Visit our Seminars webpage for updates & registration information.