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DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 1Official PDF1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation for Delaware PSC Document Legend PART: O -- Representative Date and Title Information A -- Progress Report and Program Documentation Review B -- Program Inspection Procedures C -- Program Performance D -- Compliance Activities E -- Incident Investigations F -- Damage Prevention G -- Field Inspections H -- Interstate Agent State (If Applicable) I -- 60106 Agreement State (If Applicable) DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 1#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 22017 Gas State Program Evaluation -- CY 2017 Gas State Agency: Delaware Rating: Agency Status: Date of Visit: 07/10/2018 - 07/12/2018 Agency Representative: Jerry Platt, Program Manager PHMSA Representative: Jim Anderson Commission Chairman to whom follow up letter is to be sent: Name/Title: Dallas Winslow, Chair Agency: Delaware Public Service Commission Address: 861 Silver Lake Blvd., Cannon Building City/State/Zip: Dover, DE 19904 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 2017 (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 progress report attachments provide the basis for determining the state's pipeline safety grant allocation. Field Inspection (PART G): 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 G, the PHMSA representative should include a written summary which thoroughly documents the inspection. Scoring Summary PARTS Possible Points Points Scored A Progress Report and Program Documentation Review 10 10 B Program Inspection Procedures 13 13 C Program Performance 45 45 D Compliance Activities 15 15 E Incident Investigations 5 5 F Damage Prevention 8 8 G Field Inspections 11 11 H Interstate Agent State (If Applicable) 0 0 I 60106 Agreement State (If Applicable) 0 0 TOTALS 107 107 State Rating................................................................................................................................................... 100.0 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 2#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 3PART A - Progress Report and Program Documentation Review Points(MAX) Score 1 Accuracy of Jurisdictional Authority and Operator/Inspection Units Data - Progress Report Attachment 1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Reviewed data. No issues. 1 1 2 Review of Inspection Days for accuracy - Progress Report Attachment 2 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Reviewed data. No issues. 1 1 3 Accuracy verification of Operators and Operators Inspection Units in State - Progress Report Attachment 3 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Reviewed data. No issues. 1 1 4 Were all federally reportable incident reports listed and information correct? - Progress Report Attachment 4 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: No incidents in 2017. 1 1 5 Accuracy verification of Compliance Activities - Progress Report Attachment 5 1 1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Reviewed data. No issues. 6 Were pipeline program files well-organized and accessible? - Progress Report Attachment 6 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes. No issues. Inspection reports are kept electronically and hard copy. 2 2 7 Was employee listing and completed training accurate and complete? - Progress Report Attachment 7 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Reviewed data. No issues. 1 1 8 Verification of Part 192,193,198,199 Rules and Amendments - Progress Report Attachment 8 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: DE PSC has automatic adoption of federal regulations. 1 1 9 List of Planned Performance - Did state describe accomplishments on Progress Report in detail - Progress Report Attachment 10 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 1 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 3#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 4Evaluator Notes: Yes. No issues. 10 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 10 Total possible points for this section: 10 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 4#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 5PART B - Program Inspection Procedures Points(MAX) Score 1 Standard Inspection procedures should give guidance to state inspectors that insure 2 2 consistency in all inspections conducted by the state? The following elements should be addressed at a minimum - pre-inspection activities, inspection activities, post-inspection activities. Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: The Delaware PSC (DEPSC) Pipeline Safety Program Procedures address procedures for all types of inspections performed by DEPSC on pgs 3-7. The pre-inspection preparation (page 4), actual inspection (defined in inspection type, page 6), and post-inspection (page 4) requirements are treated in a generic fashion. However, any particular requirements for more thorough individual inspection types are addressed as well. In addition, a template has been developed and placed on the shared drive showing the expected information to be collected and documented for each individual question of the Standard inspection Form. Standard inspections are listed on page 5. 2 IMP and DIMP Inspection procedures should give guidance to state inspectors that insure 1 1 consistency in all inspections conducted by the state? The following elements should be addressed at a minimum - pre-inspection activities, inspection activities, post-inspection activities. Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The Delaware PSC (DEPSC) Pipeline Safety Program Procedures address procedures for all types of inspections performed by DEPSC on pages 3-7. The pre-inspection preparation, actual inspection, and post-inspection requirements are treated in a generic fashion. However, particular requirements for IMP and DIMP inspection types are addressed as well. IMP inspections are listed on page 6. 3 OQ Inspection procedures should give guidance to state inspectors that insure 1 1 consistency in all inspections conducted by the state? The following elements should be addressed at a minimum - pre-inspection activities, inspection activities, post-inspection activities. Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The Delaware PSC (DEPSC) Pipeline Safety Program Procedures address procedures for all types of inspections performed by DEPSC on pgs 3-7. The pre-inspection preparation, actual inspection, and post-inspection requirements are treated in a generic fashion. However, any particular requirements for OQ inspection types are addressed as well. OQ inspections are listed on page 6. 4 Damage Prevention Inspection procedures should give guidance to state inspectors that 1 1 insure consistency in all inspections conducted by the state? The following elements should be addressed at a minimum - pre-inspection activities, inspection activities, post- inspection activities. Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The Delaware PSC (DEPSC) Pipeline Safety Program Procedures address procedures for all types of inspections performed by DEPSC on pgs 3-7. The pre-inspection preparation, actual inspection, and post-inspection requirements are treated in a generic fashion. Inspection of an Operator's Damage Prevention Program is included as part of a Standard Inspection, as this form contains questions addressing that particular issue. DEPSC no longer performs a separate Damage Prevention Inspection. In addition, the Inspectors have access to damage statistics for all Operators provided to the DEPSC Program Manager on a monthly basis through Miss Utility of Delmarva. Damage Prevention inspections are listed on page 6. 5 Any operator training conducted should be outlined and appropriately documented as 1 1 needed. Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The Delaware PSC Pipeline Safety Program Procedures address on-site operator training. However, it is rare that on-site DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 5#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 6training is conducted. In the past, this has mostly occurred when additional operator training has been presented by a vendor as a result of particular issues that have been raised by the DEPSC. On these occasions, DEPSC makes every attempt to be present. Operator Training is listed on page 6. 6 Construction Inspection procedures should give guidance to state inspectors that insure 1 1 consistency in all inspections conducted by the state? The following elements should be addressed at a minimum - pre-inspection activities, inspection activities, post-inspection activities. Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The Delaware PSC (DEPSC) Pipeline Safety Program Procedures address procedures for all types of inspections performed by DEPSC on pgs 3-7. The pre-inspection preparation, actual inspection, and post-inspection requirements are treated in a generic fashion. However, any particular requirements for individual inspection types are addressed as well. In the case of Construction Inspections, an emphasis is placed on inspecting a wide variety of circumstances. In addition, the Construction Inspection form that is used requires the Inspector to include miscellaneous field items that are questions on the Standard Inspection form. Construction Inspections are listed on page 5. 7 Does inspection plan address inspection priorities of each operator, and if necessary each 6 6 unit, based on the following elements? Yes = 6 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-5 a. Length of time since last inspection (Within five year interval) Yes No Needs Improvement b. Operating history of operator/unit and/or location (includes leakage, incident and compliance activities) Yes No Needs Improvement c. Type of activity being undertaken by operators (i.e. construction) Yes No Needs Improvement d. Locations of operators inspection units being inspected - (HCA's, Geographic areas, Population Density, etc) Yes No Needs Improvement e. Process to identify high-risk inspection units that includes all threats - (Excavation Damage, Corrosion, Natural Forces, Outside Forces, Material and Welds, Equipment, Yes No Needs Improvement Operators and any Other Factors) f. Are inspection units broken down appropriately? Yes No Needs Improvement Evaluator Notes: The Delaware PSC Pipeline Safety Program Procedures provide a method of prioritizing inspections in consideration of risks and other factors. This is stipulated starting on pg. 2 of the DEPSC Program Procedures All elements listed in a) through e) are included in the procedures. In addition, a scoring method for prioritizing each operator is provided in Appendix B. 8 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 13 Total possible points for this section: 13 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 6#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 7PART C - Program Performance Points(MAX) Score 1 Was ratio of Total Inspection person-days to total person days acceptable? (Director of State Programs may modify with just cause) Chapter 4.3 Yes = 5 No = 0 A. Total Inspection Person Days (Attachment 2): 188.50 B. Total Inspection Person Days Charged to the Program (220 X Inspection Person Years) (Attachment 7): 220 X 1.74 = 382.80 Ratio: A / B 188.50 / 382.80 = 0.49 If Ratio >= 0.38 Then Points = 5, If Ratio < 0.38 Then Points = 0 Points = 5 Evaluator Notes: .49 ratio exceeds the .38 ratio needed 5 5 2 Has each inspector and program manager fulfilled the T Q Training Requirements? (See 5 5 Guidelines Appendix C for requirements) Chapter 4.4 Yes = 5 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-4 a. Completion of Required OQ Training before conducting inspection as lead? Yes No Needs Improvement b. Completion of Required DIMP*/IMP Training before conducting inspection as lead? *Effective Evaluation CY2013 Yes No Needs Improvement c. Root Cause Training by at least one inspector/program manager Yes No Needs Improvement d. Note any outside training completed Yes No Needs Improvement e. Verify inspector has obtained minimum qualifications to lead any applicable standard inspection as the lead inspector. Yes No Needs Improvement Evaluator Notes: The senior Inspector has completed all mentioned training and all other training offered by TQ that is applicable to the DEPSC PLS Program. He serves as lead inspector on the more complex inspections. The junior Inspector has completed the basic PL-1250 course and two others. He is able to act as lead inspector on Standard Inspections of MMO and LPG operators and most construction inspections. The Program Manager has completed the seven minimum TQ courses. 3 Did state records and discussions with state pipeline safety program manager indicate adequate knowledge of PHMSA program and regulations? Chapter 4.1,8.1 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes. 2 2 4 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 = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 2 NA Evaluator Notes: letter from PHMSA. Last year's evaluation yielded a score of 100%, so there was no requirement for the Chairman to respond to the May 2, 2017, 5 Did State conduct or participate in pipeline safety training session or seminar in Past 3 Years? Chapter 8.5 Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: Yes, the state-hosted a TQ Seminar on 11/10/15. TQ seminar planned for December 2018. 1 1 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 7#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 86 Did state inspect all types of operators and inspection units in accordance with time intervals established in written procedures? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 5 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-4 5 5 Evaluator Notes: Yes, with one caveat. Each year, the DEPSC attempts to exceed its Program Procedures by inspecting every inspection unit of every Operator each year. One MMO was not inspected due to known violations from CY 2016 that still had not been corrected. This MMO has been working with the LDC to take over the system, and because of this, a conscious decision was made to avoid inspecting this Operator. However, this still met the requirements of the DEPSC PLS Program Procedures to perform MMO inspections every 2 years. Time intervals for inspects are listed on page 13 of written procedures. 7 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 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes. In cases where Federal forms exist, they are used. All portions are completed. Use hard copy of IA form. 2 2 8 Did the state review operator procedures for determining if exposed cast iron pipe was 1 1 examined for evidence of graphitization and if necessary remedial action was taken? (NTSB) Chapter 5.1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: There is only one operator in the state that still has cast iron pipelines, and this issue is checked periodically and as part of their Standard Inspection. The operator's procedures and records related to this issue have been checked by an Inspector, and the procedures have not changed for several years. Traditionally, the Operator has always checked for graphitization and made replacements as necessary. 9 Did the state review operator procedures for surveillance of cast iron pipelines, including 1 1 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) Chapter 5.1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: There is only one operator in the state that still has cast iron pipelines, and these issues are checked periodically and as part of their Standard Inspection. The operator's procedures and records related to these issues have been checked by an Inspector, and the procedures have not changed for several years. Traditionally, the Operator has always checked for circumferential cracking and made replacements as necessary. Records of leaks and repairs are tracked using a software system that assists in determining the need for pipe replacement 10 Did the state review operator emergency response procedures for leaks caused by 1 1 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) Chapter 5.1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: As part of its procedures, the State performs a Standard Inspection of each LDC every two years using the suggested PHMSA form. That form includes questions regarding the Emergency Plans of the operator. These questions are reviewed with the operator with regards to emergency responses to leak reports in and around buildings in general... not just leaks caused by excavation damage. It is clear that the underground migration of leaks is understood. In addition, both operators reach out to local first responders with information about gas leaks, and one LDC holds regular training sessions with all of the local volunteer fire departments about responding to gas leaks. DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 8#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 911 Did the state review operator records of previous accidents and failures including 1 1 reported third party damage and leak response to ensure appropriate operator response as required by 192.617? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: At the end of each calendar year, the Program Manager reviews plastic pipe failures for each LDC and mechanical fitting failure reports. Leak records and responses are reviewed by Inspectors on an annual basis, as well. Third party damages are reviewed on a sporadic basis. 12 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: Operator Annual Reports are reviewed and data is graphed continuously. This provides an indication of any trends. Abrupt changes in graphical information are questioned, and so far, these have been explained sufficiently. Reviewed charts and data. 13 Has state confirmed intrastate transmission operators have submitted information into NPMS database along with changes made after original submission? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The Program Manager has reviewed the NPMS database. It is up to date. 1 1 14 Is the state verifying operators are conducting drug and alcohol tests as required by 2 2 regulations? This should include verifying positive tests are responded to in accordance with program. 49 CFR 199 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Drug and alcohol inspections are conducted on the LDC's and landfill gas operators on an annual basis. Operators are questioned regarding the actions taken as a result of any positive test. Used PHMSA Form 13 in 2017 on all 3 LDCs and landfill gas system. 15 Is state verifying operators OQ programs are up to date? This should include verification 2 2 of any plan updates and that persons performing covered tasks (including contractors) are properly qualified and requalified at intervals determined in the operators plan. 49 CFR 192 Part N Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: At a minimum, OQ programs for each LDC are inspected every 3 years, and those for MMO's and LPG operators are inspected every 5 years. In addition, records for each individual performing a covered task during a construction inspection are checked to ensure qualifications are current. Mostly use Protocol 9 annually. In 2017 inspector reviewed Chesapeake Gas - reviewed inspection report. 16 Is state verifying operator's gas transmission integrity management programs (IMP) are 2 2 up to date? This should include a previous review of IMP plan, along with monitoring progress on operator tests and remedial actions. In addition, the review should take in to account program review and updates of operators plan(s). (Are the State's largest operators programs being contacted or reviewed annually? Are replies to Operator IM notifications addressed? (formerly part of Question C-13)). 49 CFR 192 Subpart 0 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: There is only 7.6 miles of steel transmission pipeline in the state. The Program Procedures require an IMP inspection every three years, and this schedule has been met.Almost every year an inspection is conducted to evaluate the status of anomalies and associated evaluations, plans, and repairs. These are scheduled every 3 years and last conducted in 2016. Delmarva is scheduled in 2018. DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 9#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 1017 Is state verifying operator's gas distribution integrity management Programs (DIMP)? 2 2 This should include a review of DIMP plans, along with monitoring progress. In addition, the review should take in to account program review and updates of operators plan(s). (Are the State's largest operators programs being contacted or reviewed annually?). 49 CFR 192 Subpart P Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: The PSC started immediately after the August 2011 implementation date to conduct DIMP inspections.The PSC started with the LDC's, since they are the largest concern. Program Procedures require an inspection of DIMP Implementation activities in accordance with the Operator's Plan, not to exced every five years, spot checks of the LDC operators' DIMP efforts are made on a much more frequent basis. Also, MMO and LPG DIMP's have been inspected, but it has been much more difficult to educate these operators with regards to DIMP expectations. 18 Is state verifying operators Public Awareness programs are up to date and being 2 2 followed. State should also verify operators have evaluated Public Awareness programs for effectiveness as described in RP1162. PAPEI Effectiveness Inspections should be conducted every four years by operators. 49 CFR 192.616 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Program Procedures require an inspection of Public Awareness effectiveness for LDC's every 3 years, and this has been done. All operators are following their Public Awareness Plans. Uses PHMSA Form 21. Last inspection for Chesapeake - 1/29/2016 and Delmarva - 9/1/2016. 19 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: Critical information is posted on the PSC website. Presently, inspection reports and daily communications with operators are available to the public by FOIA request. Any enforcement action that rises to a level of an NOPV or Corrective Action Order is docketed. Hearings are scheduled as necessary, and Commission Meetings are held twice each month. Notifications of both are posted on a state website, and they are conducted in public venues. Orders are available on the DEPSC website. 20 Did state execute appropriate follow-up actions to Safety Related Condition (SRC) Reports? Chapter 6.3 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: There were no Safety Related Conditions in Delaware in 2017. 1 NA 21 Did the State ask Operators to identify any plastic pipe and components that has shown a 1 1 record of defects/leaks and what those operators are doing to mitigate the safety concerns? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: The State collects data from each of the LDC's about their plastic pipe failures. One operator submits the data they provide to PPDC. The other operator submits information in a spreadsheet provided by the PSC.In the first case, the data shows a large amount of plastic cap failures, The same trend appears in the second case, but there was also a previous NOPV that required this operator to re-train individuals on saddle fusions. 22 Did the state participate in/respond to surveys or information requests from NAPSR or 1 1 PHMSA? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Whenever NAPSR or PHMSA requests information, the Program Manager has responded by the deadline provided. All of DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 10#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 11these surveys have been conducted electronically, and e-mail records of responses have been kept. However, the Program Manager does not recall any PHMSA surveys conducted in 2017. 23 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. No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Yes = 1 Evaluator Notes: The State has never issued a waiver/special permit in the history of the Program. 1 NA 24 Did the state attend the National NAPSR Board of Directors Meeting in CY being evaluated? No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Yes = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes, the Program Manager attended the National NAPSR BOD Meeting in Columbus, OH in 2017. 1 1 25 Discussion on State Program Performance Metrics found on Stakeholder Communication 2 2 site - http://primis.phmsa.dot.gov/comm/states.htm No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Yes = 2 a. Discussion of Potential Accelerated Actions (AA's) based on any negative trends Yes No Needs Improvement b. NTSB P-11-20 Meaningful Metrics Yes No Needs Improvement Evaluator Notes: Yes. 26 Discussion with State on accuracy of inspection day information submitted into State Inspection Day Calculation Tool (SICT) Has the State updated SICT data? No = 0 Yes = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes. 1 1 27 Did the State verify Operators took appropriate action regarding Pipeline Flow Reversals, Product Changes and Conversions to Service? See ADP-2014-04 Needs Improvement = .5 No = 0 Yes = 1 1 1 Evaluator Notes: To the Program Manager's knowledge, none of these situations took place in 2017 for any Operator in the State 28 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 45 Total possible points for this section: 45 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 11#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 12PART D - Compliance Activities Points(MAX) Score 1 Does the state have written procedures to identify steps to be taken from the discovery to 4 4 resolution of a probable violation? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 4 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-3 a. Procedures to notify an operator (company officer) when a noncompliance is identified Yes No Needs Improvement b. Procedures to routinely review progress of compliance actions to prevent delays or breakdowns Yes No Needs Improvement c. Procedures regarding closing outstanding probable violations Yes No Needs Improvement Evaluator Notes: The state has written procedures to stipulate the process for notifying operators of NOPV's and associated compliance actions to be taken. These procedures also refer to the PSC Regulations for conducting enforcement actions and state the steps to be taken in this process. The Procedures discuss follow-up inspections, and dockets are not closed until the matter is satisfactorily brought into compliance and closed by Commission Order. Procedures to notify company officer - page 8. Procedures regarding closing outstanding probable violations - page 9. 2 Did the state follow compliance procedures (from discovery to resolution) and adequately 4 4 document all probable violations, including what resolution or further course of action is needed to gain compliance? Chapter 5.1 Yes = 4 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-3 a. Were compliance actions sent to company officer or manager/board member if municipal/government system? Yes No Needs Improvement b. Document probable violations Yes No Needs Improvement c. Resolve probable violations Yes No Needs Improvement d. Routinely review progress of probable violations Yes No Needs Improvement e. Within 30 days, conduct a post-inspection briefing with the owner or operator of the gas or hazardous liquid pipeline facility inspected outlining any concerns; and Yes No Needs Improvement f. Within 90 days, to the extent practicable, provide the owner or operator with written preliminary findings of the inspection. Yes No Needs Improvement Evaluator Notes: Needs Improvement. In cases of probable violations, these are documented in written correspondence (an NOPV) to a company officer of the Operator/Owner within 90 days of the inspection. The nature of the violation is described, and the associated regulation is identified. The expected resolution is stipulated, and the Operator/Owner is provided a deadline for responding with their action taken. Within the written correspondence, civil penalties are identified for each particular probable violation. In all cases, the violations were corrected. Immediately after the inspection and prior to sending the NOPV to a company officer, emails were sent to Operator personnel regarding incomplete information from the inspection, which eventually led to the NOPV. 3 Did the state issue compliance actions for all probable violations discovered? Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes. 2 2 4 Did compliance actions give reasonable due process to all parties? Including "show 2 2 cause" hearing if necessary. Yes = 2 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: Yes. Operators/Owners are always offered the possibility of a hearing to dispute the finding of a probable violation. This oppotunity is listed in the written correspondence of the NOPV. DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 12#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 135 Is the program manager familiar with state process for imposing civil penalties? Were civil penalties considered for repeat violations (with severity consideration) or violations resulting in incidents/accidents? (describe any actions taken) Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes. 2 2 6 Can the State demonstrate it is using their enforcement fining authority for pipeline safety 1 1 violations? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: Yes. For the past few years, DE PSC has been issuing and collecting civil penalties for PLS violations. For NOPV's issued in CY 2017, DE PSC assessed $23,000 in civil penalties and collected all of that amount. 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: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 13#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 14PART E - Incident Investigations Points(MAX) Score 1 Does the state have written procedures to address state actions in the event of an incident/ accident? Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: The response to "Incidents" is covered in the Program Procedures on page 7. 2 2 2 Does state have adequate mechanism to receive and respond to operator reports of 2 2 incidents, including after-hours reports? And did state keep adequate records of Incident/ Accident notifications received? Chapter 6 Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 a. Acknowledgement of MOU between NTSB and PHMSA (Appendix D) Yes No Needs Improvement b. Acknowledgement of Federal/State Cooperation in case of incident/accident (Appendix E) Yes No Needs Improvement Evaluator Notes: While there were no Incidents in DE in 2017, past Incidents have always been communicated to the Program Manager via telephone, both during work hours and after work hours, and followed up by e-mails. All e-mail correspondence regarding Incidents and investigation findings are kept in paper files and/or electronically. Both A. and B. are kept in a binder in the Program Manager's office. 3 If onsite investigation was not made, did state obtain sufficient information from the operator and/or by other means to determine the facts to support the decision to not go on-site? Chapter 6 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: In 2017, there were no Incidents in DE. 1 NA 4 Were all incidents investigated, thoroughly documented, and with conclusions and 3 NA recommendations? Yes = 3 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1-2 a. Observations and document review Yes No Needs Improvement b. Contributing Factors Yes No Needs Improvement c. Recommendations to prevent recurrences when appropriate Yes No Needs Improvement Evaluator Notes: In 2017, there were no Incidents in DE 5 Did the state initiate compliance action for violations found during any incident/accident investigation? Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: In 2017, there were no Incidents in DE. 1 NA 6 Did the 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? (validate report data from operators concerning incidents/accidents and investigate discrepancies) Chapter 6 Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: In 2017, there were no Incidents in DE 1 NA 7 Does state share lessons learned from incidents/accidents? (sharing information, such as: at NAPSR Region meetings, state seminars, etc) DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation 1 1 Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 14#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 15Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: presentation. If Incidents occur, the state shares these experiences at NAPSR Eastern Region meetings in its "State of the State" 8 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 5 Total possible points for this section: 5 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 15#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 16PART F - Damage Prevention Points(MAX) Score 1 Has the state reviewed directional drilling/boring procedures of each pipeline operator or 2 2 its contractor to determine if they include actions to protect their facilities from the dangers posed by drilling and other trench less technologies? NTSB Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: The drilling/boring procedures section of each LDC's O&M Manual has been reviewed. Each contains precautions to protect all underground utilities, including their own gas pipelines. Re-reviews are only conducted when revisions are noted as part of the annual Standard Inspection of each operator. 2 Did the state inspector verify pipeline operators are following their written procedures 2 2 pertaining to notification of excavation, marking, positive response and the availability and use of the one call system? Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: On inspections of all pipeline construction (new and replacement), the Inspector checks the one call system to ensure that notification has been made. He also checks markings in the field, as well. 3 Did the state encourage and promote practices for reducing damages to all underground 2 2 facilities to its regulated companies? (i.e. such as promoting/adopting the CGA Best Practices encouraging adoption of the 9 Elements, etc.) Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: The state actively participates and communicates with Miss Utility of Delmarva, the "approved notification" center for the state one call system. The state regularly attends monthly meetings with Miss Utility of Delmarva membership (which is regularly attended by each of the two LDC's in the state) and makes various efforts to improve public awareness of the one call system. 4 Has the agency or another organization within the state collected data and evaluated 2 2 trends on the number of pipeline damages per 1,000 locate requests? (This can include DIRT and other data shared and reviewed by the pipeline safety program) Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Miss Utility of Delmarva is the central clearinghouse for collecting data on damages and locate requests. This data is provided to the DE PSC on a monthly basis, and the information is tracked by both groups with regards to trends. In addition, the PSC tracks the end-of-year data submitted on Operators' Annual Reports to track historical trends for damages. The damages per 1000 locate request have trended downward - 2015 - 2.78/1000, 2016 - 2.44/1000 and 2017 - 2.42/1000. 5 General Comments: Info Only = No Points Evaluator Notes: Info Only Info Only Total points scored for this section: 8 Total possible points for this section: 8 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 16#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 17PART G - Field Inspections Points(MAX) Score 1 Operator, Inspector, Location, Date and PHMSA Representative Info Only = No Points Name of Operator Inspected: Delmarva Name of State Inspector(s) Observed: Chavis Bianco Location of Inspection: (1) 1141 Valley Rd., Hockessin (2) 709Warner St., Wilmington Date of Inspection: July 11, 2018 Name of PHMSA Representative: Evaluator Notes: (1) installation of PE service line (2) renew service line by insertion Info Only Info Only 2 Was the operator or operator's representative notified and/or given the opportunity to be present during inspection? Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: Yes. Operator personnel were at both locations. 1 1 3 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 Evaluator Notes: Yes. No issues. 2 2 4 Did the inspector thoroughly document results of the inspection? Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 Evaluator Notes: Yes. 2 2 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.) Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: yes. No issues. 1 1 6 Did the inspector adequately review the following during the field portion of the state evaluation? (check all that apply on list) Yes = 2 No = 0 Needs Improvement = 1 a. Procedures b. Records c. Field Activities d. Other (please comment) Evaluator Notes: No issues. 2 2 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 17#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 187 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 Evaluator Notes: 2 2 Yes. Although relativity new to the program, Mr. Bianco was very knowledgeable on the pipeline safety rules. 8 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) Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: Yes. 1 1 9 During the exit interview, did the inspector identify probable violations found during the inspections? (if applicable) Yes = 1 No = 0 Evaluator Notes: None found. 1 NA 10 General Comments: 1) What did the inspector observe in the field? (Narrative description of field observations and how inspector performed) 2) Best Practices to Share with Other States - (Field - could be from operator visited or state inspector practices) 3) Other. 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 Info Only Info Only DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 18#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 19E. Vault Maintenance F. Welding G. OQ - Operator Qualification H. Compliance Follow-up I. Atmospheric Corrosion J. Other Evaluator Notes: Total points scored for this section: 11 Total possible points for this section: 11 DUNS: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 19#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 20PART H - Interstate Agent State (If Applicable) Points(MAX) Score 1 Did the state use the current federal inspection form(s)? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 2 Are results documented demonstrating inspection units were reviewed in accordance with "PHMSA directed inspection plan"? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 3 Did the state submit documentation of the inspections within 60 days as stated in its latest Interstate Agent Agreement form? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 4 Were 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.) Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 5 Did the state immediately report to PHMSA conditions which may pose an imminent safety hazard to the public or to the environment? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 6 Did the state give written notice to PHMSA within 60 days of all probable violations found? Evaluator Notes: Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA 7 Did the state initially submit documentation to support compliance action by PHMSA on probable violations? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 8 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: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 20#
DE NG Program Evaluation, 2017, page 21PART I - 60106 Agreement State (If Applicable) Points(MAX) Score 1 Did the state use the current federal inspection form(s)? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 2 Are results documented demonstrating inspection units were reviewed in accordance with state inspection plan? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 3 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.) Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 4 Did the state immediately report to PHMSA conditions which may pose an imminent safety hazard to the public or to the environment? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA Evaluator Notes: 5 Did the state give written notice to PHMSA within 60 days of all probable violations found? Evaluator Notes: Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 1 NA 6 Did the state initially submit adequate documentation to support compliance action by PHMSA on probable violations? Yes = 1 No = 0 Needs Improvement = .5 Evaluator Notes: 1 NA 7 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: 606861094 2017 Gas State Program Evaluation Delaware Delaware PSC, Page: 21#
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