Frost heave.

Current as of 1999-10-01 Government source

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety AdministrationOfficial agency material

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(a) Each operator shall:

(1) Determine which components and their foundations could be endangered by frost heave from ambient temperatures or operating temperatures of the component; and

(2) Provide protection against frost heave which might impair their structural integrity.

(b) For each component and foundation determined under paragraph (a) of this section, instrumentation must be installed to warn of potential structural impairment due to frost heave, unless the operator includes in the maintenance procedures required by this part, a method and schedule of inspection that will detect changes in the elevation.

Meanings are ordered from the narrowest applicable scope.

Componentbinding

means any part, or system of parts functioning as a unit, including, but not limited to, piping, processing equipment, containers, control devices, impounding systems, lighting, security devices, fire control equipment, and communication equipment, whose integrity or reliability is necessary to maintain safety in controlling, processing, or containing a hazardous fluid.

49 CFR 193.2007Applies at 49 CFR Part 193 scope

Determinebinding

means make an appropriate investigation using scientific methods, reach a decision based on sound engineering judgment, and be able to demonstrate the basis of the decision.

49 CFR 193.2007Applies at 49 CFR Part 193 scope

Operatorbinding

means a person who owns or operates an LNG facility.

49 CFR 193.2007Applies at 49 CFR Part 193 scope

Includesbinding

means including but not limited to;

49 CFR 193.2009(a)(1)Applies at 49 CFR Part 193 scope

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Retrieved: Aug 12, 2026
Version: 1999-10-01

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