# Pipeline Safety: Periodic Standards Update II

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- **citation:** 90 FR 40749
- **title:** Pipeline Safety: Periodic Standards Update II
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- **agency:** Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
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- **published on:** 2025-08-21
- **effective on:** 2026-01-10
- **summary:** PHMSA is amending the Federal pipeline safety regulations to incorporate by reference all or parts of 19 updated industry standards. PHMSA is also clarifying certain regulatory provisions and making several editorial corrections.
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Federal Register, Volume 90 Issue 160 (Thursday, August 21, 2025) [Federal Register Volume 90, Number 160 (Thursday, August 21, 2025)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 40749-40766] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] [FR Doc No: 2025-15988] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration 49 CFR Parts 191, 192, and 195 [Docket No. PHMSA-2020-0013; Amdt. Nos. 191-37, 192-156, 195-117] RIN 2137-AF48 Pipeline Safety: Periodic Standards Update II AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: PHMSA is amending the Federal pipeline safety regulations to incorporate by reference all or parts of 19 updated industry standards. PHMSA is also clarifying certain regulatory provisions and making several editorial corrections. DATES: The effective date of this final rule is January 10, 2026. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of January 10, 2026. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Technical Information: Rod Seeley by phone at 281-513-1741 or by email at [email protected] . Regulatory Information: Brianna Wilson by phone at 771-215-0969 or by email at [email protected] . SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background II. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking III. Pipeline Advisory Committee Meetings IV. Summary of Comments, GPAC/LPAC Discussion, and PHMSA Response V. Summary of Final Rule VI. Regulatory Analyses and Notices [[Page 40750]] I. Background A. Purpose of This Rule This final rule incorporates by reference 19 updated voluntary, consensus industry technical standards within the pipeline safety regulations (PSR, 49 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) parts 190-199). The incorporation of these updated standards will maintain or improve public safety, prevent regulatory confusion, and reduce compliance burdens consistent with the requirements in the National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) of 1995 (15 United States Code (U.S.C.) 272 (note)). PHMSA incorporates more than 80 industry standards by reference into the PSRs. By updating these references on a periodic basis, PHMSA encourages innovation and technological development and reduces unnecessary compliance burdens. PHMSA has determined that the updated standards adopted in this final rule will either maintain or enhance the protection of public safety. PHMSA has further concluded that the adoption of these standards is technically feasible, reasonable, cost-effective, and practicable, and that it produces benefits that justify any associated compliance costs. B. History of Incorporation by Reference The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) sets the policy for Federal use and development of voluntary, consensus industry technical standards in OMB Circular A-119 (``Federal Participation in the Development and Use of Voluntary Consensus Standards and in Conformity Assessment Activities'').\1\ Material that is incorporated by reference (IBR) is treated as if it is published in full in the Federal Register and the PSRs. Therefore, like any other rule issued in the Federal Register, a voluntary, consensus industry technical standard that has been incorporated by reference has the full force and effect of the law. As specified in 1 CFR 51.1(c), the Director of the Federal Register has the authority to determine whether material that is proposed for IBR serves the public interest. If a provision of an incorporated standard conflicts with a regulation, the regulation takes precedence unless the regulation expressly provides otherwise. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \1\ OMB, Circular No. A-119 (Feb. 10, 1998), available at: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Circular-119-1.pdf . --------------------------------------------------------------------------- PHMSA has incorporated more than 80 industry standards by reference into the PSRs. The lists of publications incorporated into parts 191 (which regulates reporting), 192 (which regulates the transportation of gas by pipeline) and 195 (which regulates the transportation of hazardous liquids and carbon dioxide by pipeline) are found in Sec. Sec. 192.7 and 195.3, respectively. Previous rules that incorporated updated industry standards by reference were published on May 24, 1996 (61 FR 26121); February 17, 1998 (63 FR 7721); June 14, 2004 (69 FR 32886); June 9, 2006 (71 FR 33402); February 1, 2007 (72 FR 4655 (correction)); August 11, 2010 (75 FR 48593); January 5, 2015 (80 FR 168); August 6, 2015 (80 FR 46847 (correction)), and April 29, 2024 (89 FR 33264). The industry standards that are incorporated within the PSRs are developed or adopted by domestic and international standard-development organizations (SDOs). Approximately every two to five years, these organizations use agreed-upon procedures to update and revise their published standards to reflect the latest developments in technology, testing, and operational practices. New or updated industry standards often incorporate new technologies, materials, management practices, and other innovations that can improve the physical integrity, and the safe operation of pipeline facilities. PHMSA employees participate in meetings held by 25 domestic SDOs that address the design, construction, maintenance, inspection, operation, and repair of pipeline facilities. PHMSA's subject-matter experts represent PHMSA in all dealings with the SDOs; participate in discussions and technical debates; register opinions; and vote in accordance with the procedures of the SDOs at each stage of the standards-development process (unless prohibited from doing so by law). PHMSA participates in this process to ensure its safety priorities are considered, and to avoid the need to develop separate, government- unique standards. PHMSA also regularly reviews updated editions of currently referenced industry standards and amends the PSR to incorporate partially or fully updated standards. These updates ensure that the PSRs incorporate and facilitate the use of the latest technologies, materials, management and operational practices, testing, and other innovations. The adoption of more recent editions of industry standards also prevents conflicts between the standards referenced in the PSRs and updated versions of the same standards with which operators and suppliers may voluntarily comply, thereby (1) avoiding the confusion and expense associated with ensuring compliance with competing versions of the same standard; and (2) improving compliance and allowing the allocation of more operator resources toward safety. PHMSA reviewed the updated standards discussed in this final rule and finds them appropriate for IBR within the PSR. C. Availability of Materials to Interested Parties Pursuant to section 24 of the Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty, and Job Creation Act of 2011 (Pub. L. 112-90, 49 U.S.C. 60102(p), as amended), ``the Secretary may not issue a regulation pursuant to this chapter that incorporates any documents or portions thereof unless the documents or portions thereof are made available to the public, free of charge.'' Most of the updated standards incorporated by reference in this final rule can be viewed online for free. The standards incorporated by reference in this final rule are reasonably available to interested parties in several ways. First, PHMSA has negotiated agreements to make viewable copies of the standards available to the public at no cost with all but two of the SDOs whose updated standards are incorporated by reference in this final rule. The organizations that agreed to the public access requirements of the statutory mandate discussed above are: the American Petroleum Institute (API), the American Gas Association (AGA), ASTM International (formerly the American Society for Testing and Materials), the Gas Technology Institute (GTI), the Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry, Inc. (MSS), the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) (formerly NACE International), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI).\2\ The standards can be accessed through the websites listed below. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \2\ ASTM updates some of its more widely used standards every year, and sometimes SDOs publish multiple editions of a standard in a given year. NACE International and the Society for Protective Coatings merged to form AMPP, which is why NACE standards are listed under AMPP. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The API standards identified in Section V.A. are available from the following website: https://publications.api.org/IBR-Documents-Under-Consideration.aspx . The ASTM standards identified in Section V.E. are available from the following website: https://www.astm.org/products-services/reading-room.html . [[Page 40751]] The AMPP: NACE standards identified in Section V.D. are available from the following website: https://ibr.ansi.org/Standards/nace.aspx . Finally, the NFPA standard identified in Section V.F. is available from the following website: https://www.nfpa.org/Codes-and-Standards/All-Codes-and-Standards/List-of-Codes-and-Standards . As of the date of publication of this final rule, PHMSA was not able to reach a general agreement with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) to make the standards readily available online as ASME heavily relies on the revenue the standards generate.\3\ PHMSA was also unable to reach a general agreement with The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT). Individuals and organizations may access the ASME and ASNT standards incorporated by reference in this final rule, as well as any other standard in this final rule that is not otherwise available from the relevant SDO, by contacting the PHMSA standards library at the following email address: [email protected] . Such requests should include a phone number, physical address, and an email address. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \3\ GPAC/LPAC meeting discussions routinely raise concerns regarding the availability of ASME standards. See, e.g., Joint Gas and Liquid Pipeline Advisory Committee Meeting Transcript, Docket No. PHMSA-2021-0069-0005 at 86:2-11, (Oct. 21, 2021) (Joint GPAC/ LPAC Transcript). The committees have recommended repeatedly that PHMSA work with the pipeline advisory committees and other pipeline safety representatives to establish an agreement with ASME and ASNT to provide viewable copies of the standards incorporated by reference in the PSR permanently available on the internet for free to the general public. PHMSA has attempted to do so without success to date. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Finally, the material can also reasonably be obtained by interested parties through the applicable publisher contact information listed Sec. Sec. 192.7 and 195.3 of the amendatory text in this document. Additional information regarding standards availability can be found at https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/standards-rulemaking/pipeline/standards-incorporated-reference . II. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking On August 29, 2022, PHMSA published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to incorporate by reference all or parts of more than 20 updated industry standards and to make editorial corrections to certain regulations.\4\ With respect to each proposed industry standard the NPRM (1) described the provisions within the PSR in which it is incorporated by reference; (2) described how each such standard contributed to pipeline safety; and (3) described if the standard was an update to a standard that was previously incorporated by reference into the PSR, any material changes between the previous version of that industry standard, and the updated version proposed for incorporation in the PSR. PHMSA requested comment from the public, state pipeline safety regulators, and other stakeholders, and considered on those comments in developing this final rule. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \4\ PHMSA, ``Pipeline Safety: Periodic Standards Update II,'' 87 FR 52713 (Aug. 29, 2022) (NPRM). --------------------------------------------------------------------------- III. Pipeline Advisory Committee Meetings On January 16, 2025, PHMSA discussed the NPRM with the Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (TPSSC) (also known as the Gas Pipeline Advisory Committee (GPAC)), and the Technical Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (THLPSSC) (also known as the Liquid Pipeline Advisory Committee (LPAC)). The GPAC and LPAC are statutorily mandated Federal advisory committees that, respectively, advise PHMSA on proposed safety standards for gas and hazardous liquid and carbon dioxide pipeline facilities and any associated risk assessments.\5\ The GPAC and LPAC are comprised of equal representation from the government, industry, and the general public. The members of both committees assessed all standards proposed for incorporation in the NPRM and provided recommendations that PHMSA considered adopting this final rule. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \5\ PHMSA established these committees in accordance with FACA (5 U.S.C. App. 2, as amended) and its implementing regulations: 41 CFR parts 101-6, Department of Transportation (DOT) Order 1120.3C, and 49 U.S.C. 60115. The committees consist of 15 members with membership evenly distributed between Federal and State governments, the regulated industry, and the general public. The committees advise PHMSA on the technical feasibility, reasonableness, cost- effectiveness, and practicability of proposed pipeline safety standards. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- A transcript of the GPAC and LPAC meeting and all presented materials is available both in the docket for the rulemaking and on the web page that PHMSA created for the meeting.\6\ Additional information regarding the GPAC and LPAC recommendations on the NPRM may be found in section IV below. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \6\ PHMSA, ``Gas Pipeline Advisory Committee (GPAC) and Liquid Pipeline Advisory Committee (LPAC) Meeting Transcript'' (Jan. 16, 2025), https://primis-meetings.phmsa.dot.gov/meetings/8e15d35d-aa51-4d3b-b469-69cf858aa097 . --------------------------------------------------------------------------- IV. Summary of Comments, GPAC/LPAC Discussion, and PHMSA Response PHMSA received nine comments on the NPRM from the following individuals and organizations: the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), Association for Materials Protection & Performance (AMPP), the American Petroleum Institute (API), an anonymous commenter, David Rudolph, Dresser Utility Solutions, Joe Schmo, a joint comment from ``the Associations'' (Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), American Gas Association (AGA), American Public Gas Association (APGA), API, GPA Midstream Association, and Plastic Pipe Institute (PPI)), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). PHMSA below discusses comments received from stakeholders (in written comments or during the GPAC/LPAC meeting) on a handful of specific industry standards and editorial and technical corrections proposed by the NPRM for incorporation in the PSRs. In addition to discussing those specific comments, PHMSA incorporates by reference within this final rule its discussion of the proposals in the NPRM-- including but not limited to, its description in the NPRM of the content of any updated standards and corrections, and the safety benefits anticipated from those amendments. A. Stakeholder Comments and GPAC/LPAC Discussion PHMSA received comments that generally were supportive of the proposals in the NPRM. API questioned PHMSA's failure to include the adoption of API Recommended Practice (RP) 1162, Public Awareness Programs for Pipeline Operators, Third Edition, in the NPRM. At the joint GPAC/LPAC meeting, an LPAC industry committee member also asked PHMSA to consider incorporating API RP 1162 by reference. A public PAC member took the opposite view and expressed support for PHMSA's decision to not incorporate the newer edition of that standard. PHMSA will consider action on this RP in a future rulemaking. Both the GPAC and LPAC discussions and voting broadly were supportive of the proposed amendments in the NPRM. The GPAC unanimously voted to endorse each of the proposed IBR updates and miscellaneous amendments within parts 191 and 192 as ``technically feasible, reasonable, cost-effective, and practicable''. The GPAC also called on PHMSA to continue to work towards an agreement with ASME to make its [[Page 40752]] standards available for free on the internet to the public. The LPAC voted to endorse, with only two dissenting votes, the proposed IBR updates and miscellaneous amendments to part 195 as ``technically feasible, reasonable, cost-effective, and practicable.'' Two public committee members explained those dissenting votes by referring to concerns about the public availability of ASME standards, rather than by offering substantive objections to the proposals in the NPRM. Like the GPAC, these two members called on PHMSA to continue actively to pursue an agreement with ASME because of the importance of transparency between governing bodies and the general public. PHMSA will continue to work with ASME to reach an agreement for standards availability. At the joint PAC meeting, a GPAC industry committee member encouraged PHMSA to consider an alternative effective date for standards update rulemakings, proposing January 1 as an implementation date or an alternative timeframe that allows operators adequate time to adjust their training and procedures. An LPAC industry member also suggested that PHMSA solicit comments from operators to gather input on time expectations for the implementation of standards. PHMSA agrees with these concerns and has set January 10, 2026, as the effective and compliance dates in the final rule to allow operators adequate implementation time. B. API 1104 API 1104 is a welding standard that PHMSA incorporates by reference within the PSRs. PHMSA currently incorporates the 21st edition of API 1104. In the NPRM, PHMSA stated that incorporating the 22nd edition, which published in July 2021 and includes extensive changes and expanded requirements compared to its predecessors, would require additional resources and training for industry. PHMSA requested comments from stakeholders regarding the use of the 22nd edition of API 1104: Welding Pipelines and Related Facilities to develop welding procedures, as well as comments regarding implementation of the 22nd edition from the perspective of welders, welding inspectors, and engineers. PHMSA also solicited comments on any potential issues that could result from incorporating the 22nd edition. Finally, PHMSA requested comments regarding the potential incorporation of Section 10 of the 22nd edition of API Std 1104 and its impact on the PSRs; in particular, on Sec. Sec. 192.245 and 195.230. PHMSA received a comment from the Associations expressing support for the currently incorporated by reference 21st edition of API 1104 and raising concerns with incorporating sections 5, 6 and 10 of the 22nd edition.\7\ The Associations suggested that PHMSA assess potential impacts prior to proceeding with incorporating the 22nd edition. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \7\ Interstate Natural Gas Association, et al., Doc. No. PHMSA- 2020-0013-0008, ``Comments in Response to Periodic Standards Update II Notice'' at 2-4 (Oct. 28, 2022). --------------------------------------------------------------------------- During the GPAC and LPAC discussions, committee members expressed general support for the incorporation of API 1104, 22nd edition and encouraged PHMSA to update the standard in a future standards rulemaking. An LPAC public member cautioned that all updates are not necessarily improvements, noting existing issues with the 20th edition of API 1104. PHMSA will determine whether to incorporate the 22nd edition of API 1104 in the future after further review. C. NFPA 30 NFPA 30 in an industry safety standard addressing the storage, handling, and use of flammable or combustible liquids, including waste liquids. In the NPRM, PHMSA proposed to update the edition of NFPA 30 that is incorporated by reference into the PSRs from the 2012 to the 2021 version. NFPA submitted comments in response to the NPRM, suggesting that PHMSA use the spelling of ``ignitible'' instead of ``ignitable'' and clarifying that NFPA did not revise its classification scheme (Class IA, IB, IC, II, IIIA, and IIIB) in the 2021 edition of NFPA 30 but, rather, made a nomenclature revision.\8\ NFPA provided language to clarify its nomenclature revision of replacing ``combustible liquid'' and ``flammable liquid'' with ``ignitible (flammable and combustible) liquid''. PHMSA appreciates NFPA's clarifications and will consider whether to address those concerns in implementing guidance or a future rulemaking. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \8\ NFPA, Doc. No. PHMSA-2020-0013-0005, ``Comments in Docket number PHMSA-2023-0013'' (Oct. 19, 2022). --------------------------------------------------------------------------- D. ASTM F1948 ASTM F1948 specifies requirements and test methods for the qualification of metallic mechanical fittings designed for use with outside-diameter-controlled thermoplastic gas distribution pipe and tubing. In the NPRM, PHMSA proposed to update the currently incorporated by reference version of ASTM F1948 from the 2012 to the 2020 edition. Dresser Pipeline Solutions (Dresser) submitted a comment in response to the NPRM and suggested that PHMSA delay the proposed update to allow ASTM to address Dresser's concerns with implementing the testing protocols in the 2020 edition.\9\ PHMSA appreciates Dresser's comments but does not intend to delay the update of ASTM F1948 as it understands Dresser's concern to be one that operators can navigate without great difficulty. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \9\ Dresser, Doc. No. PHMSA-2020-0013-0007, ``Comments in Docket number PHMSA-2023-0013'' (Oct. 28, 2022). --------------------------------------------------------------------------- V. Summary of Final Rule This final rule incorporates the following updated industry standards and amendments into the 49 CFR parts 192 and 195. Availability information for each standard is specified in Section I of this preamble, and a summary of each standard is detailed below and in Section II of the NPRM. A. American Petroleum Institute 1. API Recommended Practice (RP) 652, ``Linings of Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tank Bottoms,'' 5th edition, May 2020. API RP 652 provides acceptable methods for controlling corrosion in aboveground petroleum storage tanks with tank-bottom linings. It also contains information pertinent to lining application, surface preparation, curing, the selection of lining materials, and the inspection of tank-bottom linings for new and existing storage tanks. [Replaces incorporated by reference (IBR): API Recommended Practice 652, Linings of Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tank Bottoms, 3rd Edition, October 2005; Referenced in 49 CFR 195.579(d)] 2. API RP 2003, ``Protection Against Ignitions Arising out of Static, Lightning, and Stray Currents,'' 8th Edition, September 2015, reaffirmed March 2020. API RP 2003 reflects the current state of technology and knowledge (based on experimentation and practical experience) applicable to the prevention of hydrocarbon ignition in petroleum industry applications due to static electricity, lightning, and stray currents. The use of the principles in this RP should lead to improved safety practices and evaluations of existing installations and procedures. [Replaces API RP 2003, ``Protection against Ignitions Arising out of Static, Lightning, and Stray Currents,'' 7th Edition, January 2008; Referenced in 49 CFR 195.405(a).] 3. API Specification (Spec) 12F, ``Specification for Shop-welded Tanks [[Page 40753]] for Storage of Production Liquids,'' 13th Edition, January 2019. API Spec 12F outlines design, fabrication, materials, and testing requirements for new, shop-fabricated, vertical, cylindrical, aboveground, welded-steel storage tanks that are designed according to the standard sizes and capacities for approximately atmospheric internal pressures. This specification is designed to provide the oil production industry with tanks for the storage of crude petroleum and other liquids. [Replaces API Spec 12F, ``Specification for Shop Welded Tanks for Storage of Production Liquids,'' 12th Edition, October 2008, effective April 1, 2009; Referenced in 49 CFR 195.132(b), 195.205(b), 195.264(b), 195.264(e), 195.307(a), 195.565, 195.579(d).] 4. API 510, ``Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: In-service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration,'' 10th Edition, May 2014, including Addendum 1 (May 2017). API 510 presents the current state of knowledge and technology applicable to the in-service alteration, inspection, repair, and rerating of steel pressure vessels, as well as the pressure-relieving devices that protect these vessels. This standard applies to all hydrocarbon and chemical process vessels. [[Replaces API Std 510, ``Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: In- Service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration,'' 9th Edition, June 2006; Referenced in 49 CFR 195.205(b) and 195.432(c).] 5. API Standard (Std) 2510, ``Design and Construction of LPG Installations,'' 9th Edition, August 2020. API Std 2510 presents the current state of knowledge and technology applicable to the design or construction of facilities that handle or store liquefied petroleum gas at marine or pipeline terminals, natural gas processing plants, petrochemical plants, refineries, and tank farms. This standard applies to storage vessels, loading and unloading systems, and piping. [Replaces existing references to API Std 2510, ``Design and Construction of LPG Installations,'' 8th Edition, 2001; Referenced in 49 CFR 195.132(b); 195.205(b); 195.264(b), (e); 195.307(e); 195.428(c); and 195.432(c).] B. American Society of Mechanical Engineers 1. ASME B16.40-2019, ``Manually Operated Thermoplastic Gas Shutoffs and Valves in Gas Distribution Systems,'' issued February 11, 2019. ASME B16.40-2019 reflects the current state of knowledge and technology applicable to manually operated thermoplastic valves in nominal valve sizes of half an inch through 12 inches in diameter that are intended for use below the ground in thermoplastic fuel-gas distribution mains and service lines. The standard also sets qualification requirements for each basic valve design, as well as for newly manufactured valves. [Replaces ASME B16.40-2008, ``Manually Operated Thermoplastic Gas Shutoffs and Valves in Gas Distribution Systems,'' March 18, 2008, approved by ANSI; Referenced in Section I of appendix B to Part 192]. 2. ASME B31.4-2019, ``Pipeline Transportation Systems for Liquids and Slurries: ASME Code for Pressure Piping, B31,'' issued November 1, 2019. ASME B31.4-2019 outlines requirements for liquid pipeline systems, liquid-transporting pipelines, and non-hazardous aqueous-slurry- transporting pipelines. This standard also outlines requirements for design, materials, construction, assembly, inspection, testing, operation, and maintenance. [Replaces ASME B31.4-2006, ``Pipeline Transportation Systems for Liquid Hydrocarbons and Other Liquids,'' October 20, 2006; Referenced in 49 CFR 195.110(a).] C. The American Society for Nondestructive Testing 1. ANSI/ASNT ILI-PQ-2017, ``In-line Inspection Personnel Qualification and Certification,'' 2017 Edition, approved December 12, 2017. ANSI/ASNT ILI-PQ-2017 applies the current state of data and technology to the qualification and certification of in-line inspection (ILI) personnel whose jobs require specific knowledge of the technical principles of ILI technologies, operations, regulatory requirements, and industry standards that are applicable to pipeline systems. [Replaces ANSI/ASNT ILI-PQ-2005(2010), ``In-line Inspection Personnel Qualification and Certification,'' Reapproved October 11, 2010; Referenced in 49 CFR 192.493 and 195.591.] D. The Association for Materials Protection and Performance 1. ANSI/NACE SP0502-2010, Pipeline External Corrosion Direct Assessment Methodology, revised June 24, 2010. ANSI/NACE SP0502-2010 covers the AMPP external corrosion direct assessment process for buried onshore ferrous pipeline systems. The standard serves as a guide for applying this process on pipeline systems. 2. NACE SP0102-2017, ``In-Line Inspection of Pipelines,'' March 10, 2017. NACE SP0102-2017 is applicable to ILI of carbon-steel pipeline systems that are constructed of Grade B or greater material and are used to transport natural gas and hazardous liquids, including anhydrous ammonia, carbon dioxide, water (including brine), liquefied- petroleum gases, and other fluids that are not detrimental to the function or stability of ILI tools. NACE SP0102-2017 states that it applies the most current data and technology to carbon steel pipeline systems that transport hazardous liquids and/or natural gas in the vicinity of a right-of-way. [Replaces NACE Standard Practice 0102-2010, ``In-Line Inspection of Pipelines,'' revised March 13, 2010; References 192.150(a); 192.493; 195.120; and 195.591.] E. ASTM International 1. ASTM A372/A372M-20e1, ``Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Forgings for Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels,'' approved March 1, 2020. ASTM A372/A372M-20e1 presents the current state of knowledge and technology regarding the manufacture of relatively thin-walled forgings--including gas bottles--for use in pressure vessels. This specification covers carbon and alloy steel forgings. [Replaces ASTM A372/A372M-10, ``Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Forgings for Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels,'' approved October 1, 2010; References 49 CFR 192.177(b).] 2. ASTM A672/A672M-19, ``Standard Specification for Electric- Fusion-Welded Steel Pipe for High-Pressure Service at Moderate Temperatures,'' approved November 1, 2019. ASTM A672/A672M-19 presents the current state of knowledge and technology regarding the manufacture of electric-fusion-welded pipe for use at moderate temperatures, including all temperatures for pipelines regulated by 49 CFR parts 192 and 195. [Replaces ASTM A672/A672M-09, ``Standard Specification for Electric-Fusion-Welded Steel Pipe for High-Pressure Service at Moderate Temperatures,'' approved October 1, 2009; References 49 CFR 192.113 and 195.106(e) and appendix B to part 192.] 3. ASTM D2513-20, ``Standard Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings,'' approved December 1, 2020. ASTM D2513-20 presents the current state of knowledge and technology applicable to PE pipe, tubing, and [[Page 40754]] fittings used for fuel gas pipelines, including pipe that is used to distribute natural gas. [Replaces ASTM D2513-18a, ``Standard Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings,'' approved August 1, 2018; References appendix B to part 192.] 4. ASTM D2564-20, ``Standard Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems,'' approved August 1, 2020. ASTM D2564-20 presents the current requirements for solvent cements that are used to join PVC piping systems. It addresses the requirements in Specification D1784 regarding PVC pipe that was created from compounds and includes Practice D2855's procedure for joining PVC fittings and pipe. [Replaces ASTM D2564-12, ``Standard Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems,'' August 1, 2012; References 49 CFR 192.281(b)(2).] 5. ASTM F1055-16a, ``Standard Specification for Electrofusion Type Polyethylene Fittings for Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene and Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pipe and Tubing,'' approved November 15, 2016. ASTM F1055-16a presents the current state of knowledge and technology applicable to the use of electrofusion PE fittings with outside-diameter-controlled PE and PEX pipe. The standard also includes requirements for materials, workmanship, and performance testing of pertinent plastic piping. [Replaces ASTM F1055-98 (Reapproved 2006), ``Standard Specification for Electrofusion Type Polyethylene Fittings for Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene Pipe and Tubing,'' March 1, 2006; References 49 CFR 192.283(a) and appendix B to part 192.] 6. ASTM F1924-19, ``Standard Specification for Plastic Mechanical Fittings for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing,'' approved August 1, 2019. ASTM F1924-19 presents the current state of knowledge and technology applicable to requirements and test methods for the qualification of plastic-bodied mechanical fittings for use with outside-diameter-controlled PE gas-distribution pipe that is nominal 2 IPS and smaller and that complies with Specification ASTM D2513. The standard also specifies general requirements for the material from which such fittings are made. [Replaces ASTM F1924-12, ``Standard Specification for Plastic Mechanical Fittings for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing,'' April 1, 2012; References appendix B to part 192.] 7. ASTM F1948-20, ``Standard Specification for Metallic Mechanical Fittings for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Thermoplastic Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing,'' approved February 1, 2020. ASTM F1948-20 presents the current requirements and test methods for the qualification of metallic mechanical fittings that are designed to be used with outside-diameter-controlled thermoplastic gas distribution pipe and tubing, as specified in Specification D2513, F2785, or F2945. [Replaces ASTM F1948-12, ``Standard Specification for Metallic Mechanical Fittings for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Thermoplastic Gas Distribution Pipe and Tubing,'' April 1, 2012; appendix B in part 192.] 8. ASTM F2620-20ae2, ``Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings,'' approved December 1, 2020. ASTM F2620-20ae2 presents the current state of knowledge and technology applicable to creating joints via heat-fusion joining of PE pipe and fittings in a variety of environments, including in the field. [Replaces ASTM F2620-19, ``Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings,'' approved February 1, 2019; References 49 CFR 192.281(c) and 192.285(b).] 9. ASTM F2785-21, ``Standard Specification for Polyamide 12 Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings,'' approved July 1, 2021. ASTM F2785-21 presents the current requirements and test methods for the characterization of PA12 pipe, tubing, and fittings for use in fuel gas mains and services for direct burial and re-liner applications. This standard is intended for the distribution of natural gas. [Replaces ASTM F2785-12, ``Standard Specification for Polyamide 12 Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings,'' August 1, 2012; References appendix B to part 192.] F. The National Fire Protection Association 1. NFPA 30, ``Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code,'' 2021 Edition, effective August 31, 2020. NFPA 30 applies to the safe storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids. [Replaces NFPA-30 (2012), ``Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code,'' 2012 Edition (June 20, 2011), Including Errata 30-12-1 (September 27, 2011) and Errata 30-12-2 (November 14, 2011); References 49 CFR 192.735(b) and 195.264(b).] The final rule will not, however, update the following standards as proposed in the NPRM. PHMSA intends to update these standards in one or more separate rulemakings: 1. ASTM A578/A578M-17, ``Standard Specification for Straight-Beam Ultrasonic Examination of Rolled Steel Plates for Special Applications,'' November 1, 2017. 2. ASTM F1973-13(2018), ``Standard Specification for Factory Assembled Anodeless Risers and Transition Fittings in Polyethylene (PE) and Polyamide 11 (PA11) and Polyamide 12 (PA12) Fuel Gas Distribution Systems,'' February 1, 2018. 3. ASTM F2145-13(2018): Standard Specification for Polyamide 11 (PA 11) and Polyamide 12 (PA12) Mechanical Fittings for Use on Outside Diameter Controlled Polyamide 11 and Polyamide 12 Pipe and Tubing,'' February 1, 2018. 4. ASTM F2600-09(2018), ``Standard Specification for Electrofusion Type Polyamide-11 Fittings for Outside Diameter Controlled Polyamide-11 Pipe and Tubing,'' February 1, 2018. 5. ASTM F2767-18, ``Standard Specification for Electrofusion Type Polyamide-12 Fittings for Outside Diameter Controlled Polyamide-12 Pipe and Tubing for Gas Distribution,'' April 1, 2018. 6. ASTM F2817-13(2019), ``Standard Specification for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Gas Pressure Pipe and Fittings for Maintenance or Repair,'' May 1, 2019. 7. ASTM F2945-18, ``Standard Specification for Polyamide 11 Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings,'' September 1, 2018. 8. PPI T R 3/2021, ``Policies and Procedures for Developing Hydrostatic Design Basis (HDB), Hydrostatic Design Stresses (HDS), Pressure Design Basis (PDB), Strength Design Basis (SDB), Minimum Required Strength (MRS) Ratings, and Categorized Required Strength (CRS) for Thermoplastic Piping Materials or Pipe,'' June 16, 2021. 9. PPI T R 4/2021, ``PPI HSB Listing of Hydrostatic Design Basis (HDB), Hydrostatic Design Stress (HDS), Strength Design Basis (SDB), Pressure Design Basis (PDB) and Minimum Required Strength (MRS) Ratings For Thermoplastic Piping Materials or Pipe,'' June 16, 2021. [[Page 40755]] H. Miscellaneous Amendments This final rule makes several miscellaneous editorial amendments and corrections to the PSRs. Some of these revisions include the removal of ASTM D638-03, Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics from current Sec. 192.7(e)(10), an action that should have occurred due to other changes made by the Plastic Pipe Rule (83 FR 58694), which published on November 20, 2018. The standard is no longer referenced in Sec. 192.283(a)-(b) because of changes in the Plastic Pipe Rule that altered the language to read ``in accordance with a listed specification,'' which refers to Section I.A. and I.B. of appendix B to part 192. Additional standards are now incorporated for different material types, such as ASTM F2945 for PA11 and ASTM F2785 for PA12. ASTM D638 is a referenced document within both those standards and ASTM D2513 for PE. Therefore, ASTM D638 no longer needs to be directly incorporated by reference into Sec. 192.7. Section 192.7(e)(10) (or, more precisely, Sec. 192.7(f)(10) as revised by this final rule) will be reserved. In addition, PHMSA is revising Sec. 191.9: Distribution system: Incident report. Currently, Sec. 191.9(a) references Department of Transportation Form RSPA F 7100.1, which is the previous version of the form. PHMSA is changing this reference to Department of Transportation Form PHMSA F 7100.1. PHMSA is also removing references to specific editions of the standards in this rule throughout parts 192 and 195, except in Sec. Sec. 192.7 and 195.3. To determine the edition of the sta
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