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AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 1Official PDF1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation for Alabama Public Service Commission Document Legend PART: O -- Representative, Dates and Title Information A -- Progress Report and Program Documentation Review B -- Program Inspection Procedures C -- State Qualifications D -- Program Performance E -- Field Inspections F -- Damage prevention and Annual report analysis G -- Interstate Agent/Agreement States DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 1#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 22021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation -- CY 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Agency: Alabama Rating: Agency Status: Date of Visit: 05/09/2022 - 05/12/2022 Agency Representative: Wallace Jones, Director, Gas Pipeline Safety Division PHMSA Representative: David Appelbaum, State Evaluator Commission Chairman to whom follow up letter is to be sent: Name/Title: Ms. Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh, President Agency: Alabama Public Service Commission Address: 100 N. Union Street, Suite 800 City/State/Zip: Montgomery, Alabama 36104 60105(a): Yes 60106(a): No Interstate Agent: Yes INSTRUCTIONS: Complete this evaluation in accordance with the Evaluator Guidance for conducting state pipeline safety program evaluations. The evaluation should generally reflect state program performance during CY 2021 (not the status of performance at the time of the evaluation). A deficiency in any one part of a multiple-part question should be scored as “Needs Improvement.” Determine the answer to the question then select the appropriate point value. If a state receives less than the maximum points, include a brief explanation in the appropriate notes/comments section. If a question is not applicable to a state, select NA. Please ensure all responses are COMPLETE and ACCURATE, and they OBJECTIVELY reflect the state's program performance for the question being evaluated. Increasing emphasis is being placed on how the state pipeline safety programs conduct and execute their pipeline safety responsibilities (their performance). This evaluation, together with selected factors reported in the state's annual progress report attachments, provide the basis for determining the state's pipeline safety grant allocation. Scoring Summary PARTS Possible Points Points Scored A Progress Report and Program Documentation Review 0 0 B Program Inspection Procedures 15 15 C State Qualifications 10 10 D Program Performance 50 49 E Field Inspections 15 15 F Damage prevention and Annual report analysis 6 6 G Interstate Agent/Agreement States 0 0 TOTALS 96 95 State Rating................................................................................................................................................... 99.0 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 2#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 3PART A - Progress Report and Program Documentation Review Points(MAX) Score 1 Were the following Progress Report Items accurate? (*items not scored on progress Info Only Info Only report) Info Only = No Points a. Stats On Operators Data - Progress Report Attachment 1 b. State Inspection Activity Data - Progress Report Attachment 2 c. List of Operators Data - Progress Report Attachment 3* d. Incidents/Accidents Data - Progress Report Attachment 4* e. Stats of Compliance Actions Data - Progress Report Attachment 5* f. List of Records Kept Data - Progress Report Attachment 6 * g. Staff and TQ Training Data - Progress Report Attachment 7 h. Compliance with Federal Regulations Data - Progress Report Attachment 8 i. Performance and Damage Prevention Question Data - Progress Report Attachment 10* Evaluator Notes: a. 11 HL operators. b. Zero percent of total inspection person days were spend on construction. c. Attachments 1 & 3 agree. No issues of concern. d. No incidents in CY2020. e. Minor discrepancy. CY 2020 says Program carried over one, but CY 2021 starts with three. f. Reviewed Administrators Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Person-Day Reports found no issues with information. Records maintained were consistent from previous CY2020 review. g. Verification of TQ training records confirm all lead inspectors are qualified for HL. h. Automatic adoption of regulations, Civil penalty is $200,000/$2 million. i. Description is concise with past and future performance goals. Answers to Damage Prevention questions on action to be taken on enforcement was provided. Total points scored for this section: 0 Total possible points for this section: 0 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 3#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 4PART B - Program Inspection Procedures Points(MAX) Score 1 Do written procedures address pre-inspection, inspection and post inspection activities 5 5 for each of the following inspection types: Chapter 5.1 Yes = 5 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-4 a. Standard Inspections, which include Drug/Alcohol, CRM and Public Awareness Effectiveness Inspections b. IMP Inspections c. OQ Inspections d. Damage Prevention Inspections e. On-Site Operator Training f. Construction Inspections (annual efforts) Evaluator Notes: a. Standard inspections scheduled was in Alabama Pipeline Safety Program Operations Plan, revised March, 2022, Section V. Conducting Inspections: Sub-Sections A-H. b. IMP inspections are listed in Section V. Conducting Inspections: Sub-Sections P. Appendix C - Item R. page 18 of PHMSA Form -1, Subpart O, Pipeline Integrity Management for IMP (192.901 - 192.951); Appendix C - Item A, page 2, para. 6, (IMP); Appendix C - Item Q, page 25 of PHMSA Form - 2, Subpart P, Pipeline Integrity Management (192.1001 - 192.1005) c. This item is listed in Section V (I). Training and Operator Qualification. d. This item is located in Section V (M), Damage Prevention Activities. e. This information is located in Section V (L) Operator Training f. This requirement is located in Section V, Subsection H. AL PSC has their own construction forms. All Alabama operators are required to file a construction notification to the agency prior to work being performed. This is a PSC rule. 2 Do written procedures address inspection priorities of each operator, and if necessary each unit, based on the following elements and time frames established in its procedures? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 4 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-3 a. Length of time since last inspection b. Operating history of operator/unit and/or location (includes leakage, incident and compliance activities) c. Type of activity being undertaken by operators (i.e. construction) d. Locations of operator's inspection units being inspected - (HCA's, Geographic area, Population Centers, etc.) e. Process to identify high-risk inspection units that includes all threats - (Excavation Damage, Corrosion, Natural Forces, Outside Forces, Material and Welds, Equipment, Operators and any Other Factors) f. Are inspection units broken down appropriately? 4 4 Evaluator Notes: visits. Located in Appendix D-Risk Management Assessments of Alabama Pipeline Safety Program Operations Plan information on risk management is identified. The document contains all the elements required to rank risk and priorities their inspection Annual review of inspection units are conducted by inspectors and program manager. Inspection units were found broken down correctly. 3 (Compliance Procedures) Does the state have written procedures to identify steps to be 3 3 taken from the discovery to resolution of a probable violation? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 3 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-2 a. Procedures to notify an operator (company officer) when a noncompliance is identified b. Procedures to routinely review progress of compliance actions to prevent delays or breakdowns c. Procedures regarding closing outstanding probable violations Evaluator Notes: DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation a. Yes, this is listed in Alabama Public Service Commission procedure manual in Section S. Notices of Probable Violations *PHMSA recommends the PSC amend procedures to specify operator notifications are specifically made to company Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 4#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 5officers/mayors as required by State Guidelines 5.1.5. b. Yes, this information is listed under section U. Notice of Probable Violation Tracking c. Yes, this information is listed under section V. Removal or Correction of a Probable Violation 4 (Incident/Accident Investigations) Does the state have written procedures to address state actions in the event of an incident/accident? Yes = 3 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-2 a. Mechanism to receive, record, and respond to operator reports of incidents, including after-hours reports b. If onsite investigation was not made, do procedures require on-call staff to obtain sufficient information to determine the facts to support the decision not to go on-site. 3 3 Evaluator Notes: a. Alabama Pipeline Safety Program Operations Plan, Section VI. "Investigation of Incidents" address this issue. b. Yes, Alabama PSC's GPS Rule #9, requires the pipeline operator to give telephonic notice of all incidents by calling (334) 242-5778 to report incidents during normal business hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. After hours, the operator is required to call the Pipeline Safety Investigator assigned to or located in the operator's region of the state (North, Central or South Alabama). 5 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: No points were deducted for Part B Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 15 Total possible points for this section: 15 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 5#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 6PART C - State Qualifications Points(MAX) Score 1 Has each inspector and program manager fulfilled training requirements? (See Guidelines Appendix C for requirements) Chapter 4.3 Yes = 5 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-4 a. Completion of Required OQ Training before conducting inspection as lead b. Completion of Required IMP Training before conducting inspection as lead c. Root Cause Training by at least one inspector/program manager d. Note any outside training completed e. Verify inspector has obtained minimum qualifications to lead any applicable standard inspection as the lead inspector (Reference State Guidelines Section 4.3.1) Evaluator Notes: Yes. All lead inspectors and Program Manager have met the requisite training requirements. 5 5 2 Did state records and discussions with state pipeline safety program manager indicate adequate knowledge of PHMSA program and regulations? Yes = 5 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-4 5 5 Evaluator Notes: Yes, Mr. Jones continues to demonstrate a sufficient understanding of the requirements of the pipeline safety program. He has completed all TQ courses within the required three years from attending the first course. He has over forty-three years of natural gas experience, and was the former Chairman of the National Association of Pipeline Safety Representatives. 3 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: No loss of points occurred in this section of the review. Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 10 Total possible points for this section: 10 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 6#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 7PART D - Program Performance Points(MAX) Score 1 Did state inspect all types of operators and inspection units in accordance with time 5 5 intervals established in written procedures? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 5 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-4 a. Standard (General Code Compliance) b. Public Awareness Effectiveness Reviews c. Drug and Alcohol d. Control Room Management e. Construction (did state achieve 20% of total inspection person-days?) f. OQ (see Question 3 for additional requirements) g. IMP (see Question 4 for additional requirements) Evaluator Notes: Information provided by program manager confirmed all inspections units were performed in accordance to written procedures. 2 Did inspection form(s) cover all applicable code requirements addressed on Federal Inspection form(s)? Did State complete all applicable portions of inspection forms? Chapter 5.1. Do inspection records indicate that adequate reviews of procedures, records and field activities, including notes and the appropriate level of inspection person-days for each inspection, were performed? Yes = 10 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-9 a. Standard (General Code Compliance) b. Public Awareness Effectiveness Reviews c. Drug and Alcohol d. Control Room Management e. Construction f. OQ (see Question 3 for additional requirements) g. IMP (see Question 4 for additional requirements) 10 10 Evaluator Notes: A review of randomly selected 2021 inspection files all applicable portions of the forms were completed appropriately. 3 Is state verifying monitoring (Protocol 9/Form15) of operators OQ programs? This should include verification of any plan updates and that persons performing covered tasks (including contractors) are properly qualified and requalified at intervals established in the operator's plan. 49 CFR Part 195 Subpart G Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: A review found that the PSC is sufficiently satisfying this question. 2 2 4 Is state verifying operator's integrity management Programs (IMP and DIMP)? This 2 2 should include a review of plans, along with monitoring progress. In addition, the review should take in to account program review and updates of operator's plan(s). 49 CFR Part 195 Subpart F & G Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 a. Are the implementation plans of the state's large/largest operators(s) being reviewed annually to ensure they are completing full cycle of the IMP process? Evaluator Notes: This item is covered in their inspection form. Question 16 on the standard inspection form was developed and used to check this item. A review of form confirms this was checked. 5 Did the state review the following (these items are NTSB recommendations to PHMSA that have been deemed acceptable response based on PHMSA reviewing these items during the evaluation process): Chapter 5.1 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation 2 2 Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 7#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 8a. Operator records of previous accidents and failures including reported third- party damage and leak response to ensure appropriate operator response as required by 195.402; and b. Directional drilling/boring procedures of each pipeline operator or its contractor to determine if they include actions to protect their facilities from the dangers posed by drilling and other trench less technologies; Evaluator Notes: a. This item is located in Appendix C, Item E, Question 3 on the Liquid Standard Inspection form. b. This item is addressed in Appendix C, Items E, Question 4 . 6 Did the State verify Operators took appropriate action regarding advisory bulletins issued since the last evaluation? (Advisory Bulletins Current Year) Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The advisory bulletins are discussed with the operator during the inspection and listed on the federal form. 1 1 7 (Compliance Activities) Did the state follow compliance procedures (from discovery to resolution) and adequately document all probable violations, including what resolution or further course of action is needed to gain compliance? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 10 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-9 a. Were compliance actions sent to company officer or manager/board member if municipal/government system? b. Were probable violations documented properly? c. Resolve probable violations d. Routinely review progress of probable violations e. Did state issue compliance actions for all probable violations discovered? f. Can state demonstrate fining authority for pipeline safety violations? g. Does Program Manager review, approve and monitor all compliance actions? (note: Program Manager or Senior Official should sign any NOPV or related enforcement action) h. Did state compliance actions give reasonable due process to all parties? Including "show cause" hearing, if necessary. i. Within 30 days, conduct a post-inspection briefing with the owner or operator outlining any concerns j. Within 90 days, to the extent practicable, provide the owner or operator with written preliminary findings of the inspection. (Incident investigations do not need to meet 30/90-day requirement) Evaluator Notes: Deficiencies are noted in questions c., d. and g. 10 9 A review of a 2021 inspection of Pine Energies (OPID 39990) revealed the PSC had discovered a violation of 49 CFR 195.401(a), in that, this operator, who's been operating since June 2019, has never developed/deployed written plans required by code. The PSC appropriately discovered this probable violation, but has no evidence they've taken demonstrative steps (i. e., monitor, follow-up) to resolve. One-point deduction. 8 (Accident Investigations) Were all federally reportable incidents investigated, thoroughly documented, with conclusions and recommendations? Yes = 10 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-9 a. Does state have adequate mechanism to receive and respond to operator reports of incidents, including after-hours reports? b. Did state keep adequate records of Incident/Accident notifications received? c. If onsite investigation was not made, did the state obtain sufficient information from the operator and/or by means to determine the facts to support the decision not to go on site? d. Were onsite observations documented? e. Were contributing factors documented? f. Were recommendations to prevent recurrences, where appropriate, documented? 10 10 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 8#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 9g. Did state initiate compliance action for any violations found during any incident/accident investigation? h. Did state assist Region Office or Accident Investigation Division (AID) by taking appropriate follow-up actions related to the operator incident reports to ensure accuracy and final report has been received by PHMSA? i. Does state share any lessons learned from incidents/accidents? Evaluator Notes: Alabama had no reportable incidents for HL in CY 2021 9 Did state respond to Chairman's letter on previous evaluation within 60 days and correct or address any noted deficiencies? (If necessary) Chapter 8.1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Outbound letter 9/29/2021, PSC reply received 10/6/2021. 1 1 10 Did State conduct or participate in pipeline safety training session or seminar in Past 3 Info Only Info Only Years? Chapter 8.5 Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Yes, a 2019 AL PSC pipeline safety seminar was held in Montgomery, AL on December 3-5, 2019. Number of attendees were three hundred and twenty-five. Next seminar scheduled for December 2022 in Montgomery. 11 Has state confirmed transmission operators have submitted information into NPMS database along with changes made after original submission? Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: No issues Info Only Info Only 12 Does the state have a mechanism for communicating with stakeholders - other than state 1 1 pipeline safety seminar? (This should include making enforcement cases available to public). Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: This is accomplished through the Alabama Natural Gas Association and AL PSC websites. Information about compliance and other safety items are listed. 13 Did state execute appropriate follow-up actions to Safety Related Condition (SRC) Reports? Chapter 6.7 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: No issues 1 1 14 Was the State responsive to: Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 a. Surveys or information requests from NAPSR or PHMSA; and b. PHMSA Work Management system tasks? Evaluator Notes: State has sufficiently met the requirements of this question. 1 1 15 If the State has issued any waivers/special permits for any operator, has the state verified conditions of those waivers/special permits are being met? This should include having the operator amend procedures where appropriate. Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation 1 1 Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 9#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 10No active waivers pertaining to HL operators in AL. 16 Were pipeline program files well-organized and accessible? Info Only Info Only Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Yes, a discussion with Program Manager confirmed the program files have not changed from my review last year. Therefore, no issues of concern. PHMSA did recommend the PSC convert or utilize electronic filing where appropriate to ensure follow-up requirements and deadlines are met. 17 Discussion with State on accuracy of inspection day information submitted into State Inspection Day Calculation Tool (SICT). Has the state updated SICT data? Yes = 3 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-2 3 3 Evaluator Notes: A review of the SICT program was discussed and reviewed with Wallace Jones. He is familiar with how to make changes to the SICT numbers for Gas & HL programs. 18 Discussion on State Program Performance Metrics found on Stakeholder Communication site.\ http://primis.phmsa.dot.gov/comm/states.htm?nocache=4805 Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Program manager is sufficiently versed with performance metrics found in PDM. Info Only Info Only 19 Did the state encourage and promote operator implementation of Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS), or API RP 1173? This holistic approach to improving pipeline safety includes the identification, prevention and remediation of safety hazards. Info Only = No Points a. https://pipelinesms.org/ b. Reference AGA recommendation to members May 20, 2019 Evaluator Notes: This item was presented at the AL PSC Seminar by Steve Adam with Energy WorldNet. Info Only Info Only 20 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: One point deduction for question 7. Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 49 Total possible points for this section: 50 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 10#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 11PART E - Field Inspections Points(MAX) Score 1 Operator, Inspector, Location, Date and PHMSA Representative (enter specifics into the comments box below) Info Only = No Points a. What type of inspection(s) did the state inspector conduct during the field portion of the state evaluation? (i.e. Standard, Construction, IMP, etc) b. When was the unit inspected last? c. Was pipeline operator or representative present during inspection? d. Effort should be made to observe newest state inspector with least experience Info Only Info Only Evaluator Notes: Jonathan Kimbril and Shawn Emmons conducted a Standard Inspection of Plains Marketing LP (OPID 26085) and Plains Pipeline LP (OPID 300) in Mobile, AL. PHMSA observed this inspection virtually by way of FaceTime. 2 Did the inspector use an appropriate inspection form/checklist and was the form/checklist used as a guide for the inspection? (New regulations shall be incorporated) Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 2 Evaluator Notes: Yes, the inspector had an inspection form to use as a guide and to document the inspection. However, the form that's used does not direct inspectors to check calibrations on operator's testing equipment (e.g., Fluke meters, etc.). PHMSA recommended the APSC add that to their form to ensure calibrations are checked. 3 Did the inspector adequately review the following during the inspection 10 10 Yes = 10 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-9 a. Procedures (were the inspector's questions of the operator adequate to determine compliance?) b. Records (did the inspector adequately review trends and ask in-depth questions?) c. Field Activities/Facilities (did inspector ensure that procedures were being followed, including ensuring that properly calibrated equipment was used and OQ's were acceptable?) d. Other (please comment) e. Was the inspection of adequate length to properly perform the inspection? Evaluator Notes: Inspectors sufficiently satisfied all relevant aspects of this question. 4 From your observation did the inspector have adequate knowledge of the pipeline safety program and regulations? (Evaluator will document reasons if unacceptable) Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 2 Evaluator Notes: Yes, Jonathan Kimbril, who oversaw Emmons' inspection, has completed all TQ courses and is qualified as a Hazardous Liquid Inspector. He has over 14 year's experience in liquid pipeline safety compliance work. 5 Did the inspector conduct an exit interview, including identifying probable violations? (If 1 1 inspection is not totally completed the interview should be based on areas covered during time of field evaluation) Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Emmons discussed findings as the inspection was being done. 6 Was inspection performed in a safe, positive, and constructive manner ? Info Only = No Points a. No unsafe acts should be performed during inspection by the state inspector b. What did the inspector observe in the field? (Narrative description of field observations and how inspector performed) DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Info Only Info Only Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 11#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 12c. Best Practices to Share with Other States - (Field - could be from operator visited or state inspector practices) d. Other Evaluator Notes: All FR clothing was worn - no issues. 7 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 15 Total possible points for this section: 15 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 12#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 13PART F - Damage prevention and Annual report analysis Points(MAX) Score 1 Has the state reviewed Operator Annual reports, along with Incident/Accident reports, for accuracy and analyzed data for trends and operator issues. Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 2 Evaluator Notes: audit. Generally speaking, If annual reports have errors they are returned to the operator to make corrections. It appears each inspector now performs an analysis of the operator's annual report and discusses the results with them during their inspection 2 Has the state verified that the operators analyze excavation damages for the purpose of 2 2 determining root causes and minimizing the possibility of a recurrence? (192.617) Has the state verified that the operators have appropriately identified excavators who have repeatedly violated one-call laws and damaged their facilities. Have the operators taken steps to mitigate that risks? (192.1007) Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Question 5 on Alabama Public Service Commission inspection form address this item. AL PSC has recently added additional questions to the standard inspection form to address a more in-depth review of all these items. 3 Has the state reviewed the operator's annual report pertaining to Part D - Excavation Damage? Info Only = No Points a. Is the information complete and accurate with root cause numbers? b. Has the state evaluated the causes for the damages listed under "One-Call Notification Practices Not Sufficient" (Part D.1.a.)? c. Has the state evaluated the causes for the damages listed under "Locating Practices Not Sufficient" (Part D.1.b)? For each operator, does the state review the following? d. Is the operator or its locating contractor(s) qualified and following written procedures for locating and marking facilities? e. Is the operator appropriately requalifying locators to address performance deficiencies? f. What is the number of damages resulting from mismarks? g. What is the number of damages resulting from not locating within time requirements (no-shows)? h. Is the operator appropriately addressing discovered mapping errors resulting in excavation damages? i. Are mapping corrections timely and according to written procedures? j. Has the state evaluated the causes for the damages listed under "Excavation Practices Not Sufficient" (Part D.1.c.)? Evaluator Notes: N/A Info Only Info Only 4 Has the agency or another organization within the state collected data and evaluated trends on the number of pipeline damages per 1,000 locate requests? Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 a. What stakeholder group is causing the highest number of damages to the pipelines? Operator, contractor, locating company or public. b. Has the state verified the operator is appropriately focusing damage prevention education and training to stakeholders causing the most damages? c. Has the state evaluated which of the following best describes the reason for the excavation damages; i.e., operator or contractor not following written procedures, failure to maintain marks, failure to support exposed facilities, failure to use hand tools were required, failure to test-hole (pot hole), improper backfilling practices, failure to maintain clearance or insufficient excavation practices. d. Has the state verified the operator is appropriately focusing damage prevention education and training to address the causes of excavation damages? Evaluator Notes: DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation 2 2 Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 13#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 14All pertinent aspects of this question are checked and reviewed during audit reviews. 5 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: There were no points deducted for Part F. Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 6 Total possible points for this section: 6 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 14#
AL HL Program Evaluation, 2021, page 15PART G - Interstate Agent/Agreement States Points(MAX) Score 1 Were all inspections of interstate pipelines conducted using the Inspection Assistant program for documenting inspections? Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: N/A AL PSC does not have a 60106 agreement with PHMSA nor an interstate agent. Info Only Info Only 2 If inspections were conducted independent of a PHMSA team inspection was notice of all Info Only Info Only identified probable violations provided to PHMSA within 60 days? Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: 3 If inspections were conducted independent of a PHMSA team inspection was PHMSA immediately notified of conditions which may pose an immediate safety hazard to the public or environment? Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only 4 If inspections were conducted independent of a PHMSA team inspection did the state coordinate with PHMSA if inspections not were not included in the PHMSA Inspection Work Plan? Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only 5 Did the state take direction from and cooperate with PHMSA for all incident investigations conducted on interstate pipelines? Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only 6 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 0 Total possible points for this section: 0 DUNS: 961833431 2021 Hazardous Liquid State Program Evaluation Alabama Alabama Public Service Commission, Page: 15#
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