Installation of Plastic Service Lines by Trenchless Excavation [49 CFR 192.376]

(A)A. Plastic service lines installed by trenchless excavation must comply with the following. [49 CFR 192.376]#

(1)1. Each operator shall take practicable steps to provide sufficient clearance for installation and maintenance activities from other underground utilities and structures at the time of installation. [49 CFR 192.376(a)]#

(2)2. For each pipeline section, plastic pipe and components that are pulled through the ground must use a weak link, as defined by §503, to ensure the pipeline will not be damaged by any excessive forces during the pulling process. [49 CFR 192.376(b)]#

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 30:501 et seq.#

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources, Office of Conservation, LR 46:1587 (November 2020).#