Pipeline Safety: Periodic Updates of Regulatory References to Technical Standards and Miscellaneous Edits
pipeline-safety · Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration · Published 2010-08-11 · Effective 2010-10-01 · 75 FR 48593
Document
Document number
2010-19643
Federal Register citation
75 FR 48593
CFR reference
49 CFR 192
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
pipeline-safety
Sub-agency
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Publication date
2010-08-11
Effective date
2010-10-01
DOT docket
Docket No. PHMSA-2008-0301
Abstract
PHMSA is amending the Federal pipeline safety regulations to incorporate by reference all or parts of 40 new editions of voluntary consensus technical standards. This action allows pipeline operators to use current technologies, improved materials, and updated industry and management practices. Additionally, PHMSA is clarifying certain regulatory provisions and making several editorial corrections. These amendments do not require pipeline operators to take on any significant new pipeline safety initiatives.