Honorable John P. Murtha — Pipeline Safety Interpretation

Page 1PI-74-0138 September 25, 1974 Honorable John P. Murtha House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Dear Mr. Murtha: This refers to your letter of August 26, 1974, requesting information to use in response to a constituent's inquiry. The constitute asks who may conduct inspections and what training must the person have under 49 CFR 192.305, 192.307, and 195.204. Sections 192.305 and 192.307 are requirements for inspecting the construction of gas pipelines. The personal qualifications of an inspector which are necessary to ensure compliance with the inspection requirements are a matter which each pipeline operator determines. Section 195.204 requires inspection of the construction of liquid pipelines. The regulation also provides that an inspector must be trained and qualified in the phase of construction being inspected. Within this guideline, the pipeline operator determines the precise qualifications which are necessary to ensure compliance with the inspection requirement. We trust our response is helpful to you. Sincerely, Joseph C. Caldwell Director Office of Pipeline Safety#

Page 2Congress of the United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 August 26, 1974 Dear Sir: Sincerely, John P. Murtha Member of Congress The attached communication from my constituent is submitted for your earnest consideration. Please investigate the statements contained therein and forward to me information on which I may base a proper reply. I will appreciate your returning the enclosed with your response. Your early action and advice will be appreciated. With every good wish,#