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The Office of Pipeline Safety is the Federal safety authority for ensuring the safe, reliable, and environmentally sound operation of the Nation's pipeline transportation system.

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The Office of Pipeline Safety's mission, purpose, contacts, and more. 		Calendar 
Scheduled events specific to Pipeline and Pipeline training activities. 		Contact Us 
How to connect with Pipeline contacts for more information, requests, and questions. 		Data & Statistics 
Accidents and incidents average, annual, and summary statistics.
Drug & Alcohol Testing 
Policy and investigation to deter and detect illegal drug use and alcohol misuse in the pipeline industry. 		Enforcement 
Ensuring pipeline operators comply with regulations. 		Federal and State Partners 
Links to our partners. 		Initiatives 
Risk Management, R&D, programs/initiatives for mandated regulatory and enforcement responsibilities.
Inspection 
Ensuring pipeline operators comply with regulations. 		Integrity Management Program (IMP) 
Programs for Liquid, Gas, Distribution, and Rulemaking. View the DIMP Webcast. 		Library 
Available public electronic information files. Glossary, FAQs, Forms, and more. 		NTSB Safety Recommendations 
PHMSA is required by law to respond to recommendations issued by NTSB.
Online Data Entry 
Online data entry and Operator Registration - Log in now! 		Stakeholder Communications 
Pipeline basics, statistics, damage prevention and other information of interest to the pipeline stakeholder community. 		Standards & Rulemakings 
Information on standards, rulemakings, special permits, state waivers, interpretations, advisory bulletins, and regulatory requirements. 		Research & Development 
Coordination and dissemination of Pipeline Safety R&D information.
Security 
Enhancing Pipeline infrastructure safety and security. 		State Programs 
Federal/State partnership is the cornerstone assuring uniform implementation of the pipeline safety program. 		Technical Advisory Committees 
Read about the committees who peer review proposed pipeline safety rules. 		Inspector Training & Qualifications Division 
For industry, the regulator, and the inspector.
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Latest News
 
 
 On June 3, 2011, PHMSA issued a Correction Action Order (CAO) to TransCanada for the Keystone Pipeline. PHMSA has approved a conditional restart of the pipeline. The CAO and the restart approval letter are included in this PDF.
 
 
 Archive of Dec 9 Pipeline Emergency Response Forum is available
 
 New! PHMSA Technical Assistance Grants Open Jan. 30, 2012, Close March 9, 2012
 
 New! Pipeline Safety: Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines - Advance notice of proposed rulemaking; extension of comment period
 
 PHMSA Advisory Warns Pipeline Owners/Operators of Flooding Hazards
 
 Pipeline Safety: Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines - ANPRM
 
 Announcement June 15 Technical Advisory Committee Meeting Location
 
 Link to NTSB Recommendations to PHMSA, the Pacific Gas and Electric Company, and the California Public Utilities Commission
Latest Rulemakings
 
 76 FR 73570
Pipeline Safety: Miscellaneous Changes to Pipeline Safety Regulations; Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)
 
 76 FR 72666
Pipeline Safety: Expanding the Use of Excess Flow Valves in Gas Distribution Systems to Applications Other Than Single-Family Residences - Advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM)
 
 76 FR 70953
Pipeline Safety: Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines - Advance notice of proposed rulemaking; extension of comment period
 
 76 FR 5308
Pipeline Safety: Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines - Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM)
 
 76 FR 35130
Pipeline Safety: Control Room Management/Human Factors; Change in Implementation Period
 
 76 FR 25576
Pipeline Safety: Applying Safety Regulations to All Rural Onshore Hazardous Liquid Low - Stress Lines
 
 For additional rulemaking activities click here
Latest Events
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The following are upcoming calendar events with a focus on Pipeline and Pipeline Safety topics.

All items viewed here and more are in the main Pipeline calendar as well as the all-PHMSA calendar.

 
 Feb 6, 2012 - Feb 10, 2012 - Regulations and Code Compliance State Seminar , Florida
 
 Feb 6, 2012 - Feb 10, 2012 - Regulations and Code Compliance State Seminar , Montana
 
 Feb 7, 2012 - Feb 9, 2012 - Regulations and Code Compliance State Seminar , Iowa
 
 Mar 13, 2012 - Mar 14, 2012 - Regulations and Code Compliance State Seminar , Colorado
 
 Apr 3, 2012 - Apr 4, 2012 - Regulations and Code Compliance State Seminar , North Dakota Co-hosted with: ND, SD
 
 Apr 9, 2012 - Apr 12, 2012 - Regulations and Code Compliance State Seminar , Georgia
 
 Apr 18, 2012 - Apr 20, 2012 - Hazardous Liquid Pipeline State Seminar , Minnesota
811 - Call before you Dig
811 - Call before you Dig
 
 DOT Reminds Excavators About the Dangers Involved in Digging Underground
 
 Call Before You Dig
 
 NATIONAL 8-1-1 CALL BEFORE YOU DIG NUMBER PROTECTS INFRASTRUCURE
Pipeline Safety Awareness Site
Pipeline Safety Awareness logo
 
 Proceedings from the National Pipeline Safety Forum
 
 Visit the new Pipeline Safety Awareness Site
 
 U.S. Department of Transportation Launches Pipeline Safety Awareness Website
 
 View the April 18th Pipeline Safety Forum Webcast
Pipelines and Informed Planning Alliance
Pipelines and Informed Planning Alliance
 
 Press Release: Secretary LaHood Announces New Safety Guidelines to Better Protect Communities Close to Transmission Pipelines
 
 PHMSA Recommends Communities Adopt Risk-Informed Land Use Planning
Enbridge Pipeline Incident in Michigan
 
 PHMSA Response to Enbridge Spill in Michigan
Travel Resources
Tips on how to safely pack and transport batteries, battery-powered devices, and other personal items when traveling.

Safe Travel: Safety Tips for Travelers
Freedom of Information Act
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FOIA established the public's right to obtain information from Federal agencies.
 
 FOIA and FOIA Requests
Pipeline Safety Resources
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 National Pipeline Mapping System
View maps of natural gas transmission and hazardous liquid pipelines, LNG facilities, and breakout tanks by county.
 
 National Pipeline Mapping System: Downloads
 
 National Pipeline Mapping System: Public Search
 
 Integrity Management Program (IMP)
Programs for Liquid, Gas, Distribution, and Rulemaking. View the DIMP Webcast.
 
 Pipeline Emergencies First Reponder Training
FREE Comprehensive pipeline emergencies training materials for first responders
 
 Pipeline Operator Registration System
Online data entry and Operator Registration System
 
 Safety Advisory Bulletins
 
 Research & Development
 
 Drug & Alcohol Program information
Policy and investigation to deter and detect illegal drug use and alcohol misuse in the pipeline industry.
 
 Pipeline portal
 
 Pipeline Safety page
ePayments
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PHMSA offers electronic payment (ePayment) services including purchase of publications and training materials and making payments on FOIA Requests.
 
 ePayments and Instructions
Glossary
 
 Pipeline Glossary
Pipeline terms and definitions.
Freedom of Information Act
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FOIA established the public's right to obtain information from Federal agencies.
 
 FOIA Requests and Payments
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