Pipeline Safety: Remote Monitoring of Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Rectifiers

The National Association of Pipeline Safety Representatives (NAPSR), representing state agency pipeline safety managers, supports the proposed rule to allow remote monitoring of rectifiers on hazardous liquid and carbon dioxide pipelines. They argue that this change provides real-time access to cathodic protection systems and is consistent with existing standards for gas transmission pipelines.

The American Petroleum Institute (API), Liquid Energy Pipeline Association (LEPA), and GPA Midstream Association support the proposed rule to allow remote monitoring of hazardous liquid pipeline rectifiers. They argue that the proposal provides regulatory certainty, aligns regulations with existing guidance and industry best practices, and reduces unnecessary costs.

The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) supports the proposal to allow remote monitoring of rectifiers and cathodic protection equipment on hazardous liquid and carbon dioxide pipelines. They argue that this change aligns regulations with existing gas transmission standards, improves safety through continuous monitoring, and reduces workforce exposure to hazardous locations.

South Bow Corporation supports the proposed rulemaking because it enhances employee safety, improves asset integrity, and increases the frequency of rectifier surveillance. The company notes that they have successfully used remote monitoring units for over a decade to reduce travel costs and improve data collection.

The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), representing approximately 2,400 companies in the propane industry, supports the proposed rule regarding remote monitoring of hazardous liquid pipeline rectifiers. They argue that remote monitoring is a responsible and practically achievable method for preventing corrosion without compromising safety.