Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 515-9-3-.06
515-9-3-.06 Inspection of the Operators
(1)An attempt will be made to periodically inspect every operator, with priority given to inspecting those systems with greater risk potential. In determining the potential risk of a pipeline system, the following factors may be considered:#
(a)the ratio of total steel pipe to coated steel pipe;#
(b)the ratio of total steel pipe to cathodically protected steel pipe;#
(c)leaks per mile of pipe;#
(d)leaks per number of services;#
(e)unaccounted-for-gas volumes and percentages;#
(f)the number of accidents or facility failures;#
(g)footage of cast iron pipe in the system; and#
(h)past history of the operator.#
(2)The inspection will include a thorough review of the operator's records concerning inspection, operation, maintenance and emergency procedures. Field inspection will include operational checks of corrosion control provisions, overpressure and regulating equipment, odorization, repaired leaks, emergency valves and any other components of the facility.#