Pipeline Safety: Harmonize Class Location Change Pressure Test Requirements with Subpart J Pressure Test Requirements

The Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) supports the proposed rule to harmonize pressure test durations for class location changes with Subpart J requirements. They argue that the four-hour duration is technically sufficient for safety and provides much-needed regulatory clarity for pipeline operators.

The Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) supports the proposed rule to harmonize pressure test durations for class location changes with Subpart J requirements. They argue that the four-hour duration is technically sufficient for safety and provides much-needed regulatory clarity for pipeline operators.

Air Liquide Large Industries US, L.P. opposes the proposed rule because it expands the use of a four-hour pressure test without mileage limits and suggests reducing testing duration in areas where pipeline risk increases due to population growth. The company argues that the proposal removes historical safety safeguards and requests that the agency reconsider the rule or at least impose mileage limits.