{"operation":"document","citation":"PHMSA dc2009ngprogramevaluation","title":"2009 DC NG Program Evaluation - dc2009ngprogramevaluation (District of Columbia; Natural Gas State Program Evaluation)","source_type":"inspection","agency":"Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration","status":"historical","official":true,"published_on":"2009-01-01","effective_on":null,"summary":"2009 PHMSA natural gas program evaluation for District of Columbia.","machine_formats":{"json":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-state-evaluation-dc-ng-program-evaluation-dc2009ngprogramevaluation.json","markdown":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-state-evaluation-dc-ng-program-evaluation-dc2009ngprogramevaluation.md"},"app_url":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-state-evaluation-dc-ng-program-evaluation-dc2009ngprogramevaluation","source_url":"https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/sites/phmsa.dot.gov/files/docs/subdoc/446/dc2009ngprogramevaluation.pdf","body":"1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation for Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia Document Legend PART: O -- Representative Date and Title Information A -- General Program Qualifications B -- Inspections and Compliance - Procedures/Records/Performance C -- Interstate Agent States D -- Incident Investigations E -- Damage Prevention Initiatives F -- Field Inspection G -- PHMSA Initiatives - Strategic Plan H -- Miscellaneous I -- Program Initiatives DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 1\n\n2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation -- CY 2009 Natural Gas State Agency: District of Columbia Agency Status: Date of Visit: 03/23/2010 - 08/13/2010 Agency Representative: Udeozo Ogbue, P.E. PHMSA Representative: Dino N.Rathod, P.E. Commission Chairman to whom follow up letter is to be sent: Name/Title: Ms. Betty Ann Kane, Chairman Agency: Public Service Commission of teh Disctrict of Columbia Address: 1333 H Street, N.W. City/State/Zip: Washington, DC 20005 Rating: 60105(a): Yes 60106(a): No Interstate Agent: No INSTRUCTIONS: Complete this evaluation in accordance with the Procedures for Evaluating State Pipeline Safety Program. The evaluation should generally reflect state program performance during CY 2009 (not the status of performance at the time of the evaluation). All items for which criteria have not been established should be answered based on the PHMSA representative's judgment. 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 then the maximum points, include a brief explanation in the space provided for general comments/regional observations. If a question is not applicable to a state, select NA. Please ensure all responses are COMPLETE and ACCURATE, and OBJECTIVELY reflect state program performance. Increasing emphasis is being placed on performance. This evaluation together with selected factors reported in the state's annual certification/agreement attachments provide the basis for determining the state's pipeline safety grant allocation. Field Inspection (PART F): The field inspection form used will allow different areas of emphasis to be considered for each question. Question 13 is provided for scoring field observation areas. In completing PART F, the PHMSA representative should include a written summary which thoroughly documents the inspection. Scoring Summary PARTS Possible Points Points Scored A General Program Qualifications 26 23 B Inspections and Compliance - Procedures/Records/Performance 24.5 21 C Interstate Agent States 0 0 D Incident Investigations 1.5 1.5 E Damage Prevention Initiatives 9 9 F Field Inspection 12 12 G PHMSA Initiatives - Strategic Plan 9.5 9.5 H Miscellaneous 3 3 I Program Initiatives 9 9 TOTALS 94.5 88 State Rating................................................................................................................................................... 93.1 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 2\n\nPART A - General Program Qualifications Points(MAX) Score 8 6 1 Did the state submit complete and accurate information on the attachments to its most current 60105(a) Certification/60106 (a) Agreement? (NOTE: PHMSA Representative to verify certification/agreement attachments by reviewing appropriate state documentation. Score a deficiency in any one area as \"needs improvement\". Attachment numbers appear in parenthesis) Previous Question A.1, Items a-h worth 1 point each Yes = 8 No = 0 Needs Minor Improvement = 3-7 Needs Major Improvement = 2 a. State Jurisdiction and agent status over gas facilities (1) b. Total state inspection activity (2) c. Gas facilities subject to state safety jurisdiction (3) d. Gas pipeline incidents (4) e. State compliance actions (5) f. State record maintenance and reporting (6) g. State employees directly involved in the gas pipeline safety program (7) h. State compliance with Federal requirements (8) SLR Notes: 1 Discussed with PSC Gas Safety staff 2010 Certificaiton Attachments 1, 3, 5 and 7. Based on Guideline Manual Dec 2009- PSc agreed to review and revise number of \"Inspections Units\" for WG. In additon, Inspeciton Units for \"Intrastate transmission\" pipelines will be changed to 1 instead of 5 as noted; Attachment 5 PSCwill change Probable Violations and # of Complaince Acitons. Attachmnet 7- PSC agreed to \"Qualification Categories\" for Pipeline Safety Inspection Staff members only. PHMSA does not it need for Admin/Clerical Staff. PHMSA's requirement for \"Accurate, Complete and Consisitent\" information for CY 2009 was re-emphasized to Gas Safety staff for all pertient docuemntation and records (by jurisdicitonal operator as well PSC). PSC agreed to recheck, revise and resubmit as necessary. 2 Did the state have an adequate mechanism to receive operator reporting of incidents to ensure state compliance with 60105(a) Certification/60106(a) Agreement requirements (fatality, injury requiring hospitalization, property damage exceeding $50,000 - Mechanism should include receiving \"after hours\" reports)? (Chapter 6) Previous Question A.2 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC follows requirements of 15 DCMR- para 2306 1 1 3 Has the state held a pipeline safety TQ seminar(s) in the last 3 years? (NOTE: Indicate date of last seminar or if 2 2 state requested seminar, but T&Q could not provide, indicate date of state request for seminar. Seminars must be held at least once every 3 calendar years.) (Chapter 8.5) Previous Question A.4 Yes = 2 No = 0 SLR Notes: DC PSC Gas Safety staff participated May 6&7, 2010 in Maryland PSC sponsored Joint T&Q State seminar at Linthicum Heights, MD 4 Were pipeline safety program files well-organized and accessible?(NOTE: This also includes electronic files) (Chapter 5) Previous Question A.5 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 1 SLR Notes: PSC gas pipeline safety program files are well-organized and kept in a secure bldg. 5 Did state records and discussions with the state pipeline safety program manager indicate adequate knowledge of PHMSA program and regulations? (Chapter 4.1, Chapter 8.1) Previous Question A.6 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 1 SLR Notes: PSC Program Manager continues to take required T&Q courses. I reemphasized that he was responsible for all activities of Gas Pipeline Safety Program State Guideline requirements per Ch 4- Para 4.1 ( IT includes preparation of all Grant /DOT fund application documentation, Cerfication, Complaince / Violation letters and successful completion and timely resolution of compliance issues arising from inspections and related activcities. I urged better coordination and resolution of pending compliace matters with other group(s) within PSC.. He has participated in PHMSA ER meeting in Essex, Vermont. 6 Did the state respond in writing within 60 days to the requested items in the Chairman's letter following the Region's last program evaluation? (No response is necessary if no items are requested in letter and mark \"Yes\") (Chapter 8.1) Previous Question A.8 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: DC PSC responded Feb 18, 2010 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation 1 1 District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 3\n\n7 What actions, if necessary, did the State initiate as a result of issues raised in the Chairperson's letter from the 1 1 previous year? Did actions correct or address deficiencies from previous year's evaluation? (No response is necessary if no items are requested in letter and mark \"Yes\") (Chapter 8.1) Previous Question A.8/A.9 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC responded in Feb 18, 2010 four items- Possible negative impact of budgetary constaints; Monitoring possible imapct of DIMP; feedback on Adeqate state enforcment of pipeline Damage Prevention laws and continued emphsasis on strong but fair and consistent regulatory enforcement of pipeline safety code in DC. PHMSA also discussed during this year's audit some of these issues and will reemphasize in Chairman letter. Personnel and Qualifications 8 Has each inspector fulfilled the 3 year TQ training requirement? If No, has the state been granted a waiver regarding TQ courses by the Associate Administrator for Pipeline Safety? (NOTE: If the State has new inspectors who have not attended all TQ courses, but are in a program which will achieve the completion of all applicable courses within 3 years of taking first course (5 years to sucessfully complete), or if a waiver has been granted by the applicable Region Director for the state, please answer yes.) (Chapter 4.4) Previous Question A.10 Yes = 3 No = 0 SLR Notes: Manmohan Singh-ok with T&Q Training (per e-mail of 8-18-2010 list from Jill Nelson) U. Ogbue started TQ training in March 2009- 3 year to complete A. Bagayoko started TQ training in Jul 2009- 3 year to complete 3 3 9 Brief Description of Non-TQ training Activities: Info Only = No Points For State Personnel: Info Only Info Only For Operators: For Non-Operator Entities/Parties, Information Dissemination, Public Meetings: SLR Notes: 10 SLR Notes: M Singh has completed OQ courses. Did the lead inspectors complete all required T&Q OQ courses and Computer Based Training (CBT) before conducting OQ Inspections? (Chapter 4.4.1) Previous Question A.12 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 1 11 SLR Notes: Did the lead inspectors complete all required TQ Integrity Management (IMP) Courses/Seminars and CBT before conducting IMP Inspections? (Chapter 4.4.1) Previous Question A.13 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 1 M Singh has completed required IMP courses. 12 Was the ratio acceptable of Total inspection Person-days to Total Person-days charged to the program by state inspectors? (Region Director may modify points for just cause) (Chapter 4.3) Previous Question B.12 Yes = 5 No = 0 A. Total Inspection Person Days (Attachment 2): 130.00 B. Total Inspection Person Days Charged to the Program (220 X Inspection Person Years) (Attachment 7): 220 X 1.50 = 330.00 Ratio: A / B 130.00 / 330.00 = 0.39 If Ratio >= 0.38 Then Points = 5, If Ratio < 0.38 Then Points = 0 Points = 5 5 5 SLR Notes: DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 4\n\n13 Have there been modifications or proposed changes to inspector-staffing levels? (If yes, describe) Previous Info Only Info Only Question B.13 Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: Ahmadaou Bagayoko joined PSC Staff in Jul 2009. 14 Part-A General Comments/Regional Observations Info Only = No Points Info Only Info Only SLR Notes: Total points scored for this section: 23 Total possible points for this section: 26 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 5\n\nPART B - Inspections and Compliance - Procedures/Records/ Performance Points(MAX) Score Inspection Procedures 1 Does the State have a written inspection plan to complete the following? (all types of operators including LNG) 6.5 6 (Chapter 5.1) Previous Question B.1 + Chapter 5 Changes + Incorporate LNG Yes = 6.5 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 50% Deduction a Standard Inspections (Including LNG) (Max points = 2) b IMP Inspections (Including DIMP) (Max points = .5) c OQ Inspections (Max points = .5) d Damage Prevention (Max points = .5) e On-Site Operator Training (Max points = .5) f Construction Inspections (Max points = .5) g Incident/Accident Investigations (Max points = 1) h Compliance Follow-up (Max points = 1) Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement SLR Notes: Compliance Concerns- Appilcation of DCMR vs. Federal Regs- Emphasized that per Section 60105(a) ferderal requirments cannot be made less stringent by DCMR. DC inspection and compliance procedures and DCMR Code must be reviewed and appliable portions revised to comply with min. federal requirements. 2 Did the written Procedures for selecting operators adequately address key concerns? (Chapter 5.1) Previous 2 2 Question B.2, items a-d are worth .5 point each Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 50% Deduction a Length of time since last inspection Yes No Needs Improvement b History of Operator/unit and/or location (including leakage , incident and compliance history) Yes No Needs Improvement c Type of activity being undertaken by operator (construction etc) Yes No Needs Improvement d For large operators, rotation of locations inspected Yes No Needs Improvement SLR Notes: Inspection Performance 3 Did the state inspect all types of operators and inspection units in accordance with time intervals established in its written procedures? (Chapter 5.1) Previous Question B.3 Yes = 2 No = 0 SLR Notes: 2 2 4 Did the state inspection form cover all applicable code requirements addressed on the Federal Inspection forms? (Chapter 5.1 (3)) Previous Question B.4 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 0 SLR Notes: 1 During review of DC Inspection Procedures, it was noted that many inspection check lists/ forms were not reviewed and updated. DC PSC agreed to complete a thorough review and remove obsolete older forms. 2 In addiiton, PSC will insert Revision # and Date to keep track of changes/ revisions. 5 Did state complete all applicable portions of inspection forms? (Chapter 5.1 (3)) Previous Question B.5 1 1 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: Per discussion with PSC, in Construciton Check List- Persons from Washington Gas (Comapny) vs. Contactor will be clearly identified to allow verfication if Company Inspector/ Supervisory person was present. PSC staff agreed to make this minor change. 6 Did the state initiate appropriate follow-up actions to Safety Related Condition Reports? (Chapter 6.3) Previous Question B.6 Yes = .5 No = 0 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation .5 NA District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 6\n\nSLR Notes: NO SRC in 2009. 7 Did the state review operator procedures for determining if exposed cast iron pipe was examined for evidence of graphitization and if necessary remedial action was taken? (NTSB) Previous Question B.7 Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC Check List EN-17 covers this requirements (Part 192.489 (b); WG Procedure 4084 .5 .5 8 Did the state review operator procedures for surveillance of cast iron pipelines, including appropriate action resulting from tracking circumferential cracking failures, study of leakage history, or other unusual operating maintenance condition? (Note: See GPTC Appendix G-18 for guidance) (NTSB) Previous Question B.8 Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: DC Check List EN-17 covers this requirements .5 .5 9 Did the state review operator emergency response procedures for leaks caused by excavation damage near buildings and determine whether the procedures adequately address the possibility of multiple leaks and underground migration of gas into nearby buildings Refer to 4/12/01 letter from PHMSA in response to NTSB recommendation P-00-20 and P-00-21? (NTSB) Previous Question B.9 Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: DC Check List EN-17 covers this requirements .5 .5 10 Did the state review operator records of previous accidents and failures including reported third party damage and leak response to ensure appropriate operator response as required by 192.617? (NTSB) Previous Question B.10 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: Dc PSC Check List EN-17 covers this requirements. 1 1 Compliance - 60105(a) States 11 Did the state adequately document sufficient information on probable violations? (Chapter 5.2) Previous Question B.14 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: PSC issued NPOV 802, -803 and -804. 1 1 12 Does the state have written procedures to identify the steps to be taken from the discovery to the resolution of a probable violation as specified in the \"Guidelines for State Participating in the Pipeline Safety Program\"? (Chapter 5.1) Previous Question D(1).1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: Discussed need to improve DC Procedures- discrepancy between DCMR and applicable federal code requirements. 1 .5 13 Does the state have written procedures to notify an operator when a noncompliance is identified as specified in the \"Guidelines for States Participating in the Pipeline Safety Program\"? (Chapter 5.1(4)) Previous Question D (1).2 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 1 SLR Notes: 14 Does the state have a written procedure for routinely reviewing the progress of compliance actions to prevent delays or breakdowns of the enforcement process, as required by the \"Guidelines for States Participating in the Pipeline Safety Program\"? (Chapter 5.1(5)) Previous Question D(1).3 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 .5 SLR Notes: Discussed my concern with current pace of Complaince Action and method of resolution. NOPVs 802, 803 and 804. I emphasized that DCMR cannot have DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 7\n\nless stringent requirements than ferderal regulations. It is very likely to hamper and weaken enforcement process. DC PSC to review and find prompt resoltion of this deficiency ASAP. DC PSC agreed to keep me informed of resolution 15 Has the State issued compliance actions for all probable violations discovered? (Note : PHMSA representative has discretion to delete question or adjust points, as appropriate, based on number of probable violations; any change requires written explanation) Previous Question D(1).4 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC inititiated NOPVs 802 (Dec 21/ 27 2007) , 803 (June 11 2007) and 804 (Jan 28, 2008). 1 1 16 Did the state follow its written procedures for reviewing compliance actions and follow-up to determine that 1 .5 prompt corrective actions were taken by operators, within the time frames established by the procedures and compliance correspondence, as required by the \"Guidelines for States Participating in the Pipeline Safety Program\"? Previous Question D(1).5 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: Discussed with Inspection Procedures- specifically compliance and enforcement process. However thru PSC actions, two NOPVs were summarily dropped due to reference to DCMR requirements (inconsistent with applicable ferdeal code requirements). I express my concern and strongly empasized that this issue poses a deficiency with proper appliacation of federal code requirements. DCMR must be reviewed to sort out conflicting requirements as a priority item. 17 SLR Notes: If compliance could not be established by other means, did state pipeline safety program staff request formal action, such as a \"Show Cause Hearing\" to correct pipeline safety violations? (check each states enforcement procedures) Previous Question D(1).6 No = 0 Yes = 1 1 1 18 Did the state adequately document the resolution of probable violations? (Chapter 5.1 (6)) Previous Question 1 .5 D(1).7 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: Discussed with Inspection Procedures- specifically compliance and enforcement process. However thru PSC actions, two NOPVs were summarily dropped due to reference to DCMR requirements (inconsistent with applicable ferdeal code requirements). I express my concern and strongly empasized that this issue poses a deficiency with proper appliacation of federal code requirements. DCMR must be reviewed to sort out conflicting requirements as a priority item 19 Were compliance actions sent to a company officer? (manager or board member if municipal/government system) (Chapter 5.1(4)) Previous Question D(1).8 Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: .5 .5 20 SLR Notes: Did the compliance proceedings give reasonable due process to all parties? (check each states enforcement procedures) Previous Question D(1).9 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 1 Compliance - 60106(a) States 21 Did the state use the current federal inspection form(s)? Previous Question D(2).1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: 1 NA 22 SLR Notes: Are results adequately documented demonstrating inspection units were reviewed in accordance with state inspection plan? Previous Question D(2).2 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 8\n\n23 Were any probable violations identified by state referred to PHMSA for compliance? (NOTE: PHMSA representative has discretion to delete question or adjust points, as appropriate, based on number of probable violations; any change requires written explanation.) Previous Question D(2).3 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA SLR Notes: 24 Did the state immediately report to PHMSA conditions which may pose an imminent safety hazard to the public or to the environment? Previous Question D(2).4 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA SLR Notes: 25 Did the state give written notice to PHMSA within 60 days of all probable violations found? Previous Question D(2).5 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA SLR Notes: 26 Did the state initially submit adequate documentation to support compliance action by PHMSA on probable violations? Previous Question D(2).6 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA SLR Notes: 27 Part B: General Comments/Regional Observations Info Only = No Points Info Only Info Only SLR Notes: DC PSC has Natural Gas Program per Section 60105(a) requirements Total points scored for this section: 21 Total possible points for this section: 24.5 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 9\n\nPART C - Interstate Agent States Points(MAX) Score 1 Did the state use the current federal inspection form(s)? Previous Question D(3).1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA SLR Notes: 2 Are results documented demonstrating inspection units were reviewed in accordance with \"PHMSA directed inspection plan\"? Previous Question D(3).2 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA SLR Notes: 3 Did the state submit documentation of the inspections within 60 days as stated in its latest Interstate Agent Agreement form? Previous Question D(3).3 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 NA SLR Notes: 4 Were any probable violations identified by state referred to PHMSA for compliance? (NOTE: PHMSA representative has discretion to delete question or adjust points, as appropriate, based on number of probable violations; any change requires written explanation.) Previous Question D(3).4 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 NA SLR Notes: 5 Did the state immediately report to PHMSA conditions which may pose an imminent safety hazard to the public or to the environment? Previous Question D(3).5 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA SLR Notes: 6 Did the state give written notice to PHMSA within 60 days of all probable violations found? Previous Question D(3).6 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: 1 NA 7 Did the state initially submit documentation to support compliance action by PHMSA on probable violations? Previous Question D(3).7 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: 1 NA 8 Part C: General Comments/Regional Observations Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: DC PSC has only Intrastate Natural Gas Program per 60105(a) Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 0 Total possible points for this section: 0 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 10\n\nPART D - Incident Investigations Points(MAX) Score 1 Are state personnel following the procedures for Federal/State cooperation in case of an incident? (See Appendix in \"Guidelines for States Participating in the Pipeline Safety Program\") (Chapter 6.1) Previous Question E.1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: 1 1 2 Are state personnel familiar with the jurisdictional authority and Memorandum of Understanding between NTSB and PHMSA? (See Appendix in \"Guidelines for States Participating in the Pipeline Safety Program\") (Chapter 6 ? Appendix D) Previous Question E.2 Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: .5 .5 3 Did the state keep adequate records of incident notifications received? Previous Question E.3 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: No Reportable Incidents in CY 2009. 1 NA 4 If an onsite investigation of an incident was not made, did the state obtain sufficient information by other means to determine the facts and support the decision not to go on-site? Previous Question E.4 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: No Reportable Incidents in CY 2009 1 NA 5 Were investigations thorough and conclusions and recommendations documented in an acceptable manner? Previous Question E.5, comprehensive question worth 2 points total Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 a. Observations and Document Review b. Contributing Factors c. Recommendations to prevent recurrences where appropriate SLR Notes: No Reportable Incidents in CY 2009 2 NA Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement Yes No Needs Improvement 6 Did the state initiate enforcement action for violations found during any incident investigation(s)? Previous Question E.6 Variation Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 SLR Notes: No Reportable Incidents in CY 2009 1 NA 7 Did the state assist region office by taking appropriate follow-up actions related to the operator incident reports to ensure accuracy and final report has been received by PHMSA? (validate annual report data from operators concerning incidents/accidents and investigate discrepancies) (Chapter 6) Previous Question E.7/E.8 Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: No Reportable Incidents in CY 2009 .5 NA 8 Part D: General Comments/Regional Observations Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: No Reportable Incidents in CY 2009 Info Only Info Only DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 11\n\nTotal points scored for this section: 1.5 Total possible points for this section: 1.5 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 12\n\nPART E - Damage Prevention Initiatives Points(MAX) Score 1 Has the state reviewed 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? Previous Question B.11 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 2 SLR Notes: PSC has reviewed Local operator Washington Gas (WG) directional drilling procedures to verify that WG takes damage prevention measures to protect underground facilities and assure minimum clearances from other underfround facilites and possiblity of damges while pull back process for HDD tool. 2 Did the state inspector check to assure the pipeline operator is following its written procedures pertaining to notification of excavation, marking, positive response and the availability and use of the one call system? New 2008 Yes = 2 No = 0 2 2 SLR Notes: PSC inspection forms has question to document Miss Utility ticket numbers, date of ticket requested, location of markings. This allows PSC to verfy that WG follows damage prevention procedures. 3 Did the state encourage and promote the adoption of the Common Ground Alliance Best Practices document to its regulated companies as a means of reducing damages to all underground facilities? Previous Question A.7 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 2 SLR Notes: PSc actively works to enahnce damage prevention activities including CGA with WG and various stakeholders. 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? New 2008 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 1 SLR Notes: PSC receives and reviews damage data based on per 1000 locate requests. 5 Did the state review operators' records of accidents and failures due to excavation damage to ensure causes of failure are addressed to minimize the possibility of recurrence as required by 192.617? Yes = 2 No = 0 2 2 SLR Notes: PSC reviews WG's incident records, excavation damage data and possibility of recurrence 6 Part E: General Comments/Regional Observations Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: PSC was requested to review \"Percentage Unaccounted gas\" by Washington Gas. Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 9 Total possible points for this section: 9 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 13\n\nPART F - Field Inspection Points(MAX) Score 1 Operator, Inspector, Location, Date and PHMSA Representative Info Only = No Points Name of Operator Inspected: Washington Gas (WG) Name of State Inspector(s) Observed: Manmohan Singh Location of Inspection: Washington, DC and Springfield, VA Date of Inspection: Dino N.Rathod, P.E. Name of PHMSA Representative: Info Only Info Only SLR Notes: Construction- replacement of cast iron main, new service; Critical valves and IMP Status update/ follow-up 2 Was the operator or operator's representative notified and/or given the opportunity to be present during inspection? New 2008 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: WG Supervisor/ Field inspector was presentat both locations. 1 1 3 Did the inspector use an acceptable inspection form/checklist and was the form/checklist used as a guide for the inspection? (New regulations shall be incorporated) Previous Question F.2 Yes = 2 No = 0 SLR Notes: Manmohan used Inspection Check List to document his field observations 2 2 4 Did the inspector thoroughly document results of the inspection? Previous Question F.3 Yes = 2 No = 0 2 2 SLR Notes: 5 Did the inspector check to see if the operator had necessary equipment during inspection to conduct tasks viewed? (Maps, pyrometer, soap spray, CGI, etc.) New 2008 Yes = 1 No = 0 1 1 SLR Notes: ell fitting. Manmohan reviewed availability of Construction Maps and Procedures, Digital Pyrometer, a level to verify verical and horizontal alignment of pipe and 90- 6 What type of inspection(s) did the state inspector conduct during the field portion of the state evaluation? (i.e. Standard, Construction, IMP, etc) New 2008 Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: Construciton/ replacement- Pipe main and service; Critical Valve Maintenance; Gas Transmission IMP Follow-up Review Info Only Info Only 7 Did the inspector adequately review the following during the field portion of the state evaluation? (check all that apply on list) New 2008, comprehensive question worth 2 points total Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 2 a. Procedures b. Records c. Field Activities/Facilities d. Other (Please Comment) SLR Notes: DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 14\n\nGas Transmission IMP Review 8 Did the inspector have adequate knowledge of the pipeline safety program and regulations? (Liaison will document reasons if unacceptable) Previous Question F.8 Yes = 2 No = 0 2 2 SLR Notes: methodically. Manmohan has extensive pipeline safety regulatory experience. Inaddition, he has completed T&Q Training requirements. He performs his field activities 9 Did the inspector conduct an exit interview? (If inspection is not totally complete the interview should be based on areas covered during time of field evaluation) Previous Question F.10 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: He provided a brief verbal summary of concerns he had at conclusion of field activities. 1 1 10 During the exit interview, did the inspector identify probable violations found during the inspections? Previous Question F.11 Yes = 1 No = 0 SLR Notes: He expressed his concern for March 23 construciton field activities and requested additional information from WG. 1 1 11 What did the inspector observe in the field? (Narrative description of field observations and how inspector Info Only Info Only performed) Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: March 23, 2010 DC PSC Field Evaluation: Replacement Construction DC PSC Inspector: Manmohan Singh LDC: Washington Gas (WG) 1903 3rd Street, MW Washington, DC Manmohan used Construction Check List and took notes to document construction inspection observations.WG contractor D A Foster crew was in process of installation of a new ? plastic service line to this location. He noted that WG locator Utilquest crew had marked location of gas main based on information provided from WG. Contractor crew excavated to locate gas main but instead found an abandoned 80inch cast iron main. Contractor crew expressed concern that no other information was available at the time to locate live gas main. Later in afternoon, WG crew was able to locate 6-inch coated steel main about 5 ft from abandoned cast iron main. Lack of up-to-date maps and relevant information for this work (to locator and D A Foster crew and WG field persons) was noted and PSC was to follow-up on this issue. D A Foster crew inserted about 75 ft of ? inch med plastic service line (IPS ? inch, SDR 11, Mfg date- 3 Mar 09). ? weldolet was welded to 6-inch main. Manmohan conducted a brief Operator Qualification field verification (OQ-9) and reviewed welder qualifications Location: 18th and T Streets, NW Washington, DC Another D A Foster crew was in process of relocating existing cast iron main due to Storm sewer project underway. Manmohan observed installation of 12- inch HDPE and 90-ell. (12-inch HDPE Polypipe, PE 3408, ASTM D 2513, Mfg date: 10 Nov 2009, SDR 13.5). Manmohan observed electro-fusion of a butt-joint and 90-ell. Heating iron temp was being check with digital pyrometer at multiple locations of heating iron surface. Pipe was stored on wooden blocks. Construction manual coy was also available at job site. He noted possible issue with quality of elctrofusion of pipe and 90-ell. D A Foster crew decided to rework heated surfaces with McElroy machine. Manmohan expressed concern with lack of proper alignment of vertical and horizontal. March 26, 2010 _Critical Valves and Follow-up to March 23 Construction Manmohan reviewed WG Procedures (WG 4062 dated 09/03/2001) and selected records (random selection) to review Maintenance activities and follow-up remedial actions taken by WG field personnel. WG provided a brief overview of their gas distribution system and criteria. One of the factors is to limit number of customers to 1000 or less. WG also works closely with valve maintenance and Dispatchers when any critical valve is found to be inoperable, requiring remedial actions. Other Critical Valves provide capabilities to isolate completely if required and or reduce gas pressure. Critical Valve Field Maintenance: 22 and N Streets, SW Washington, DC WG crew performed annual maintenance of Critical Valve # at the location. Manmohan observed various steps and performed Operator Qualification (OQ # 9). He also asked specific questions for Abnormal Operating Conditions (AOCs). WG crew also provided fire extinguisher near valve prior to starting maintenance activities. Upon completion, valve box was painted with yellow color. No issues were found. 12 Best Practices to Share with Other States - (Field - could be from operator visited or state inspector practices) Info Only Info Only Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: DC PSC and MD PSC decided to perform joint review of Gas Transmission IMP review of WG. This allows each of them additional level of WG activities for GAs IMP pipelines in MD and DC. DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 15\n\n13 Field Observation Areas Observed (check all that apply) Info Only = No Points a. Abandonment b. Abnormal Operations c. Break-Out Tanks d. Compressor or Pump Stations e. Change in Class Location f. Casings g. Cathodic Protection h. Cast-iron Replacement i. Damage Prevention j. Deactivation k. Emergency Procedures l. Inspection of Right-of-Way m. Line Markers n. Liaison with Public Officials o. Leak Surveys p. MOP q. MAOP r. Moving Pipe s. New Construction t. Navigable Waterway Crossings u. Odorization v. Overpressure Safety Devices w. Plastic Pipe Installation x. Public Education y. Purging z. Prevention of Accidental Ignition A. Repairs B. Signs C. Tapping D. Valve Maintenance E. Vault Maintenance F. Welding G. OQ - Operator Qualification H. Compliance Follow-up I. Atmospheric Corrosion J. Other Info Only Info Only SLR Notes: 14 Part F: General Comments/Regional Observations Info Only = No Points Info Only Info Only SLR Notes: Total points scored for this section: 12 Total possible points for this section: 12 DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, Page: 16\n\nPART G - PHMSA Initiatives - Strategic Plan Points(MAX) Score Risk base Inspections - Targeting High Risk Areas 1 Does state have process to identify high risk inspection units? Yes = 1.5 No = 0 1.5 1.5 Risk Factors (criteria) to consider may include: Miles of HCA's, Geographic area, Population Density Length of time since last inspection History of Individual Operator units (leakage, incident and compliance history, etc.) Threats - (Excavation Damage, Corrosion, Natural Forces, Other Outside Forces, Material or Welds, Equipment, Operations, Other) SLR Notes: PSC has performed review of WG's intrastate transmission lines- about 30 miles total; PSC also requires consideration for high risks, high consequence areas (HCAs) and Natural Gas Quality Service Stds (NGQSS) per Section 3705. Examples- Remedial measures for Dead Ends, vintage mechanical coupling replacement -Hexane injection proceedings 2 Are inspection units broken down appropriately? (see definitions in Guidelines) Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: Washing Gas has four quadrants and it's HQ in Springfield as part of Inspection Unit- ( See 2010 Certification Attachment 1). .5 0.5 3 Consideration of operators DIMP Plan? (if available and pending rulemaking) Info Only = No Points SLR Notes: PSC is closely working with WG and monitoring DIMP implementation activities. Info Only Info Only 4 Does state inspection process target high risk areas? Yes = .5 No = 0 .5 0.5 SLR Notes: PSC targets high risk areas based on construction activity plans; location sheets, leak/odor survey data including IMP HCA determination consideration details etc. PSC also pays close attention to damage data received. Use of Data to Help Drive Program Priority and Inspections 5 Does state use data to analyze effectiveness of damage prevention efforts in the state? (DIRT or other data, etc) Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC reviews damage data from WG and data on Miss Utility tickets. (Example 2009 One Call Project Report) .5 0.5 6 Has state reviewed data on Operator Annual reports for accuracy? Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC reviews WG Annual Reports for accuracy, complete and consistent data .5 0.5 7 Has state analyzed annual report data for trends and operator issues? Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC reviews WG Annual Reports for accuracy, complete and consistent data including possible trends. .5 0.5 8 Has state reviewed data on Incident/Accident reports for accuracy? Yes = .5 No = 0 SLR Notes: PSC reviews WG Incident Reports for accuracy, complete and consistent data. DUNS: 116190414 2009 Natural Gas State Program Evaluation .5 0.5 District of Columbia Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, P","truncated":true,"body_characters":51606}