RCP’s Compliance Management System (CMS) is an invaluable tool for managing all aspects of regulatory workflow. Some examples of how our clients are using the CMS include: O&M Scheduling and Data Acquisition Cathodic Protection Inspection and Data Management Management of Change (MOC) Process Repair / Replacement Programs Operator Qualification Administration and Workflow Integration Leak Life…
February 2015
Spring 2015 Conference Schedule
Have you registered and confirmed your reservations for these upcoming conferences? RCP will be attending. We hope to see you there! AGA 2015 Transmission Pipeline WorkshopMarch 18 -19, 2015Omni San Diego Hotel, San Diego, CA This workshop will feature presentations and case studies from pipeline operators, regulators and service providers. Presentations will focus on areas…
Guidance on Emergency Response Planning & Communications with Emergency Responders
The Transportation Research Board (TRB), in cooperation with PHMSA, recently released the “Guide for Communicating Emergency Response Information for Natural Gas and Hazardous Liquids Pipelines” to aid operators and emergency responders in how to share appropriate content in advance of a pipeline emergency. The TRB, after analyzing recent incidents, found that communication is crucial in…
Oklahoma Proposed Rule for Gas and Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety
[RM 201500003] The Transportation Division of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission has recommended the Commission amend its Gas & Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety rules set forth in the Oklahoma Administrative Code (“OAC”) 165:20 to add a new Subchapter 17 to require operators of pipelines and pipeline systems to comply with the Oklahoma Underground Facilities Damage Prevention…
Ohio Gas Pipeline Regulation Updates
[Docket No. BOEM-2012-0076] The Ohio Public Utilities Commission updated their gas pipeline safety rules located in Chapter 16 of Title 4901 on January 21, 2015. In addition to minor editorial changes, the following more significant items were updated: Added a requirement to rule 4901:1-16-04 to utilize leak detection equipment when classifying leaks. The regulation defines…
RCP Acquisition Support / Due Diligence
RCP’s experience in acquisition due diligence has proven that this investment is money well spent. Problems identified in the due diligence phase can provide the buyer with leverage at closing time. After the sale is closed, it is difficult to obtain any compensation for prior liabilities that went unidentified. RCP has conducted dozens of due…
Hazardous Liquid Spill Reporting – Proposed Instruction Changes Concerning Volumes Spilled / Recovered
[Docket No. 2015-0004] PHMSA is proposing to change the instructions for the Hazardous Liquids Accident Report Form, PHMSA F 7000-1, concerning Questions 9 and 11 in “Part A: General Report Information”, beginning in 2015. These changes are part of an effort by PHMSA to clarify the reporting of product consumed by fire or intentionally removed…
DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop – Gas & Liquid
March 10-12, 2015 Join us March 10-12, 2015 in Houston at our corporate office and dedicated training facility for an informative, lively, and interactive workshop on DOT Pipeline Compliance topics . The workshop provides an overview of the DOT pipeline regulations in 49 CFR 191, 192, 194, 195, and 199. It also describes pipeline operations…
Midwest Energy Association Legal, Regulatory & Government Affairs Summit
Breckenridge, CO The Midwest Energy Association (MEA) is holding a summit designed specifically for legal and regulatory professionals working with energy delivery companies and will include candid, practical information from those in the know. The summit will be held from September 29 – October 1, 2015 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Breckenridge, CO.…
Save the Dates!
RCP Workshop Schedule for 2017 DOT Gas & Liquid Pipeline Workshop: March 21-23 (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) Fundamentals of Pipeline Operations Workshop: May 24-25 (Wednesday & Thursday) Pressure Test Workshop: June 20-21 (Tuesday & Wednesday) Visit our training website for updates, registration, and hotel information.