Valve maintenance

(a)Valve maintenance required pursuant to 49 CFR 192.747, as amended from time to time, shall include:#

(1)checking alignment to ensure a key or wrench can operate the valve;#

(2)clearing any debris from the valve box or Vault that would interfere with or delay the operation of the valve; 23#

(3)checking for adequate lubrication;#

(4)partial operation; and#

(5)verification of the correct valve position.#

(b)Curb Valves on Service Lines where the Customer Meter is located inside the structure, and there is no outside above-ground Service Line valve, shall be inspected at least once every 5 calendar years, but at intervals not exceeding 63 months. Any deficiencies found shall be remediated not later than 1 year after discovery.#

(c)The prompt remedial action required pursuant to 49 CFR 192.747(b), as amended from time to time, shall occur in a reasonably expedited manner, but not later than the next regularly scheduled check.#