API RP 1162:2010 pdf download

API RP 1162:2010 pdf download.Public Awareness Programs for Pipeline Operators.
These messages demonstrate that the operator has an ongoing relationship with emergency response officials, including 911 emergency call and dispatch centers and a program designed to prepare for and respond to an emergency.
6.2.1 Priority to Protect Life
Operator emergency response plans and key messages relayed to emergency officials should emphasize that public safety and environmental and property protection are the top priorities in any pipeline emergency response.
6.2.2 Emergency Contacts
Operator contact information should be communicated to local and state emergency officials. If practicable, operators should also use the public awareness contact opportunity to confirm the contact information for the local and state emergency officials and calling priorities within each organization.
6.2.3 Liaison with Emergency Officials
Information communicated to emergency responders may be more detailed, provide an opportunity for two-way feedback, and include additional details on the products transported, facilities located within the jurisdiction and the local emergency planning liaison.
NOTE Operators are reminded to carefully review the details of applicable regulations in 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195.
6.2.4 Emergency Response Plans
Operators may communicate emergency response plans to local emergency responders in order to increase awareness of pipelines and response to emergencies.
NOTE Operators are reminded to carefully review the details of applicable regulations in 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195.
6.2.5 Emergency Drills and Exercises
Drills and exercises offer many additional opportunities for communicating messages and information. When participating with emergency response officials in drills and deployment exercises, operators may communicate material to them on unified incident command system roles, operating procedures, and preparedness for various emergency scenarios.
6.3 Integrity Management Programs (IMPs)
Materials may provide an overview of an operators IMP and identify how more information on IMP may be obtained.
An overview of an operator’s IMP should include a general description of the basic requirements and components of
the program. This does not need to include a summary of the specific locations or schedule of activities undertaken.
The overview may be mailed upon request or made available on the operator’s website.
NOTE Operators are reminded to carefully review the details of applicable regulations in 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195.
6.4 How to Get Additional Information
Operators may consider informing stakeholder audiences about how to get additional pipeline-related information from various sources, including operator, trade association and government (see Annex B). Operator-specific information may include encroachment/landscape/property guidelines, crossing requirements, and local contacts.
Operators should provide a broad overview of potential hazards.
General information about pipeline hazards may be communicated, while also assuring the stakeholder audience that accidents are relatively rare. Information about the general product release characteristics and potential hazards that could result from an accidental release of hazardous liquids or gases from the pipeline or distribution system should be included in the message. The operator may reference how stakeholders may obtain more information regarding products transported.
6.11 Prevention Measures
Operators may provide a broad overview of the measures operators undertake to prevent or mitigate pipeline incidents. This message should also reinforce how the stakeholder audience can play an important role in preventing third-party damage and ROW encroachments.
The message includes a general overview of the preventive measures undertaken by the operator in the planning, design, operation, maintenance, inspection, and testing of the pipeline. The causes of pipeline failures, such as third- party excavation damage, corrosion, material defects, and events of nature, should also be communicated.
6.12 ROW Encroachment
Some ROW encroachments increase the chance of third-party damage and inhibit the operator’s ability to perform critical activities. Operators should communicate that, in order to conduct surveillance, routine maintenance and inspections, the operator must be able to access the ROW, as provided in the easement agreement. The operator should also indicate that to ensure access for maintenance and during emergencies the area must be clear of trees, shrubs, buildings, fences, structures, or any other encroachments. Operators point out that the landowner has the obligation to respect the pipeline easement by not placing obstructions or encroachments there, and that maintaining an encroachment-free ROW is essential for pipeline integrity and safety.