Action
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM).
Summary
This proposed rule would require pipeline operators to develop and maintain a written qualification program for individuals performing covered tasks on pipeline facilities. The intent of this qualification rule is to ensure a qualified workforce and to reduce the probability and consequence of incidents caused by human error. This NPRM proposes to create new subparts in the gas and hazardous liquid pipeline safety regulations. These would establish qualification requirements for individuals performing covered tasks, and would also amend certain training requirements in the hazardous liquid regulations. This proposed rule was developed through a negotiation process.