PHMSA proposes updated repair rules for gas and liquid pipelines
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The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has proposed a new rule to change how pipeline operators handle “anomalies.” In this context, an anomaly is any defect or irregularity found in a pipeline, such as corrosion or a dent.
Why it matters: This update moves technical repair standards from older methods to modern engineering practices, which PHMSA says will be more effective and less expensive for operators.
Who it affects
- Pipeline operators managing gas and hazardous liquid transmission lines
This is a proposed rule from the Department of Transportation; readers should consult the Federal Register to see the full text before relying on these standards.
Agency: Transportation Department, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document