Public Awareness
On May 19, 2005, OPS issued a final rule requiring pipeline
operators to develop and implement public awareness programs consistent with the
requirements of the Pipeline Safety Improvement Act of 2002 (PSIA) and the
guidance provided by the American Petroleum Institute (API) Recommended Practice
(RP) 1162, "Public Awareness Programs for Pipeline Operators".
Operators must carry out continuing programs to
educate the public on:
- the use of a One-Call notification system
prior to excavation, and other damage prevention activities;
- the possible hazards associated with
unintended releases from the pipeline facility;
- the physical indications that such a release
may have occurred;
- what steps should be taken for public safety
in the event of a pipeline release; and
- how to report such an event.
PRCTL staff are equipped to assist operators with Public
Awareness programs. The operator will choose if they need assistance in
part or all of their program.
Key Benefits
- Improve the outreach and effectiveness of your public
awareness program
- Improve Stakeholder relations
- Stay in compliance
- Save valuable time and energy to focus on higher priority
business needs
Capabilities
PRCTL will develop and implement public awareness programs
consistent with the requirements of the Pipeline Safety Improvement Act of 2002
and the guidance provided by API RP 1162, or concentrate on specific needs you
may have to improve certain areas of your existing program. We have
dedicated people on staff experienced with stakeholder relations, technical
writing, and meeting regulation requirements to help the operator stay in
compliance with an effective public awareness program.
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