255.1001 Definitions that apply to sections 255.1003 through 255.1015 of this Part.

The following definitions apply to a GDPIM plan:#

(a)Excavation damage means any impact that results in the need to repair or replace an underground facility due to a weakening, or the partial or complete destruction, of the facility, including, but not limited to, the protective coating, lateral support, cathodic protection or the housing for the line device or facility.#

(b)Hazardous leak means a leak as defined in section 255.811 of this Part.#

(c)Gas Distribution Pipeline Integrity Management Plan or GDPIM Plan means a written explanation of the mechanisms or procedures the operator will use to implement its GDPIM management program and to ensure compliance with sections 255.1003 through 255.1015 of this Part.#

(d)Gas Distribution Pipeline Integrity Management Program or GDPIM Program means an overall approach by an operator to ensure the integrity of its gas distribution system.#

(e)Mechanical fitting means a mechanical device used to connect sections of pipe. The term mechanical fitting applies only to:#

(1)stab type fittings;#

(2)nut follower type fittings;#

(3)bolted type fittings; or#

(4)other compression type fittings.#

(f)Small LPG operator means an operator of a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distribution pipeline that serves fewer than 100 customers from a single source.#