I’ve long daydreamed of my own personal ballistic transportation missile, that could whisk me anywhere on the globe in a matter of minutes. That dream is now one step closer to reality. Effective June 5, 2007, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is amending its commercial space transportation regulations under the Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act…
May 2007
811 Rollout
The nationwide 811 service for damage prevention one-call notifications is now in place, and a nationwide education campaign is underway. About 98% of the country is now covered by 811 service. And, to prove that the dig-safely community is totally hip (I guess that shows what generation I’m from, but never mind…), the public service…
MMS Issues Notice to Lessees Regarding Pipeline Risers
The Minerals Management Services has issued NTL 2007-G14 to provide clarification and guidance for pipeline riser design, fabrication and installation under the platform verification program specified in 30 CFR 250.909 through 918. Under 30 CFR 250.910(b)(1)(i) and (2)(i), pipeline risers connected to floating platforms are subject to the platform verification program as associated structures. The…
Need A Security Plan or Audit?
We have the expertise to develop a security plan and perform risk assessments for pipeline and terminal facilities to meet recent DOT Hazmat Transportation & Pipeline regulations. We can also assist you in USCG security plans for dock facilities and vessels. Please contact Jessica Roger for more information.
DHS Final Rule 6 CFR Part 27 Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS or Department) issued this interim final rule (IFR) pursuant to Section 550 of the Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2007 (Section 550), which provided the Department with authority to promulgate “interim final regulations” for the security of certain chemical facilities in the United States. This rule establishes risk-based performance…
TSA Announces Availability of Pipeline Security Awareness Training Materials
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently announced the availability of pipeline security awareness training materials for employees and neighbors: Pipeline Security Awareness for the Pipeline Industry Employee – Training CDThrough its Pipeline Corporate Security Review Program, TSA’s Pipeline Security Division determined that improved security awareness training for pipeline company employees would be useful. To increase…
Damage Prevention Plans
RCP can develop or update your Damage Prevention plan. For more information about how RCP can assist you with your Damage Prevention Plan, click here.
Washington State Enacts More Stringent Pipeline Control Measures
OLYMPIA, Washington – On April 20, 2007, Governor Chris Gregoire signed the first major revision to Washington’s pipeline safety act since 2001. Substitute Senate Bill 5225 passed in the House 98-0, and in the Senate 48-0. The law, which takes effect in July, will: Increase the maximum penalties for pipeline safety violations from $25,000 to…
PHMSA Launches Enforcement Transparency Website
PHMSA has launched a new website intended to provide greater public access to enforcement activities. The website provides reports that can be sorted in a variety of ways. The yearly Listing of Cases Initiated report lists all of the enforcement Cases initiated by PHMSA in a given year, beginning in 2002. The yearly tables include…
Need to Update Your Current Operator Qualification Program?
We have the expertise to update your current operator qualification program utilizing the most recent PHMSA inspection protocols and advisory bulletins. For more information on how RCP can support your ongoing OQ Program needs, click here.
PHMSA Announces Workshop on “Prevention Through People” (PTP)
This notice announces the first public workshop on PHMSA’s “Prevention Through People” (PTP) initiative. This workshop will gather information about noteworthy pipeline safety and integrity practices in control room operations, including measures for managing human risk factors such as fatigue. The information gathered will be used to develop an approach to control room management that…
PHMSA Issues Study on Burial of Submerged Pipelines [Docket No. PHMSA-97-3001]
PHMSA has completed a study titled “Burial of Submerged Pipelines”, which addresses the hazards to navigation from offshore submerged pipelines. The study found that since 1990 there have been 58 reported instances of a vessel or its equipment striking a submerged pipeline offshore, and 64 reported instances where a submerged pipeline was either uncovered or…
PHMSA Issues Final Rule on Design and Construction Standards to Reduce Internal Corrosion in Gas Transmission Pipelines
The DOT/PHMSA has issued a final rule requiring operators to use design and construction features in new and replaced gas transmission pipelines to reduce the risk of internal corrosion. The rulemaking proceeding was initiated in response to a 2003 recommendation of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and corresponding advice of the Technical Pipeline Safety…
PHMSA Issues Advisory Bulletin ADB-07-01 Senior Executive Signature & Certification of IMP Performance Reports
On December 29, 2006, the Pipeline Inspection, Protection, Enforcement and Safety Act was signed into law. The law, known as the PIPES Act, includes a provision requiring the senior executive officers of pipeline operating companies to certify annual and semiannual pipeline integrity management program performance reports. This advisory provides information to assist pipeline operators with…
DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop – May 15, 2007
RCP will be hosting our very popular workshop on DOT Pipeline Compliance on May 15 in Houston, TX. Join us for an informative, lively, and interactive workshop on DOT Pipeline Compliance. This workshop has been attended by hundreds of pipeline personnel, with excellent feedback. The workshop provides an overview of the DOT pipeline regulations, and…
O&M; Manual Up-To-Date?
RCP has the tools and expertise to develop comprehensive procedures that you need to protect your employees, facilities, and environment. Click here to request more information.
Integrity Management Services
RCP can assist pipeline operators with ongoing compliance management and engineering associated with your IMP. This includes direct assessment strategies, tool and vendor selection, ILI/ECDA report analysis, corrosion control programs, repair strategies, and IMP/risk model updates. For more information on how RCP can support your ongoing IMP needs, click here.