Action
Notice; issuance of advisory bulletin.
Summary
On June 21, 2004, the Research and Special Programs Administration's Office of Pipeline Safety (RSPA/OPS) issued Advisory Bulletin ADB-04-01 to owners and operators of gas and hazardous liquid pipelines to consider the hazards associated with pipeline de-watering operations. This advisory bulletin was originally issued jointly with the Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as Safety and Health Information Bulletin SHIB 06-21-2004. Operators are strongly encouraged to follow the recommended work practices and guidelines to reduce the potential for unexpected separation of temporary de-watering pipes.