What definitions apply to this subpart?

The following definitions apply to this subpart:#

Excavation Damage means any impact that results in the need to repair or replace an underground facility due to a weakening, or the partial or complete destruction, of the facility, including, but not limited to, the protective coating, lateral support, cathodic protection or the housing for the line device or facility.#

Hazardous Leak means a leak that represents an existing or probable hazard to persons or property and requires immediate repair or continuous action until the conditions are no longer hazardous.#

Integrity Management Plan or IM Plan means a written explanation of the mechanisms or procedures the operator will use to implement its integrity management program and to ensure compliance with this subpart.#

Integrity Management Program or IM Program means an overall approach by an operator to ensure the integrity of its gas distribution system.#

Mechanical fitting means a mechanical device used to connect sections of pipe. The term “Mechanical fitting” applies only to:#

(1)Stab Type fittings;#

(2)Nut Follower Type fittings;#

(3)Bolted Type fittings; or#

(4)Other Compression Type fittings.#

Small LPG Operator means an operator of a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distribution pipeline that serves fewer than 100 customers from a single source.#