Structural Integrity has significant expertise in pipeline safety regulations and has served as a trusted advisor for clients in the gas pipeline industry for over 38 years. We are ready to provide the advice and expertise needed to understand and implement solutions for the Gas Transmission Safety Rules Pt. 1 and Pt. 2 (aka RIN 2 or Mega-Rule 2)
WEBINAR
SI will present an overview and highlights of the PHMSA
Pipeline Safety: Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines: Repair Criteria, Integrity Management Improvements, Cathodic Protection, Management of Change, and Other Related Amendments (e.g. RIN-2 or Mega-Rule 2) Released in the August 24, 2022 Federal Register
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Join us in a comprehensive webinar discussing the compliance challenges and the solutions we offer for the Gas Transmission Safety Rule Pt. 2
OUR PRESENTERS
Bruce Paskett, P.E.
Senior Associate, Chief Regulatory Engineer
Mr. Paskett is a licensed professional engineer with over 39 years of experience in the natural gas utility industry.
Scott Riccardella
Senior Associate, Director of O&G Strategic Initiatives
Mr. Riccardella is the Oil and Gas Director of Strategic Initiatives and a Senior Associate in support of the Oil and Gas Pipeline industry for Structural Integrity Associates.
Helping You Manage Risk and Maintain Compliance
PHMSA recently released Rulemaking identification Number 2 (RIN 2), also known as Mega-Rule 2, which includes substantial changes to Pipeline Safety Regulations, (49 CFR, Part 192) pertaining to natural gas transmission pipelines, including:
- Revisions to the definition of a Transmission Line and Distribution Center
- New coating inspection and repair criteria for new and replaced pipelines
- New external corrosion monitoring, testing and remediation requirements
- New internal corrosion monitoring and remediation requirements
- New Predicted Failure Pressure and Engineering Critical Assessment requirements for Dents and Mechanical Damage
- Revised repair criteria for High Consequence Areas (HCAs)
- New prescriptive repair criteria for areas outside HCAs
- Enhanced data gathering and integration requirements for threat assessment
- Updated Direct Assessment requirements
- And Several Other New or Modified Requirements
Partner with our industry-leading experts, proven program methodologies, and documented compliance practices to maintain compliance with the regulatory requirements of “Mega-Rules” RIN 1 and RIN 2.
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Scott Riccardella
Senior Associate, Director of O&G Strategic Initiatives
Mr. Riccardella is the Oil and Gas Director of Strategic Initiatives and a Senior Associate in support of the Oil and Gas Pipeline industry for Structural Integrity Associates. For the last fourteen years, Mr. Riccardella has served as a consultant on a wide range of integrity management, assessment, fracture mechanics and Material Verification projects for several major pipeline operators. He is a NACE certified Cathodic Protection Level 2 and holds an engineering degree from the University of California (UC), Santa Barbara. Mr. Riccardella also received an MBA from UC Irvine in 2005. In 2018, Mr. Riccardella received the PRCI distinguished researcher award for notable research and contributions to the pipeline industry.
Scott Riccardella
Senior Associate, Director of O&G Strategic Initiatives
Mr. Riccardella is the Oil and Gas Director of Strategic Initiatives and a Senior Associate in support of the Oil and Gas Pipeline industry for Structural Integrity Associates. For the last fourteen years, Mr. Riccardella has served as a consultant on a wide range of integrity management, assessment, fracture mechanics and Material Verification projects for several major pipeline operators. He is a NACE certified Cathodic Protection Level 2 and holds an engineering degree from the University of California (UC), Santa Barbara. Mr. Riccardella also received an MBA from UC Irvine in 2005. In 2018, Mr. Riccardella received the PRCI distinguished researcher award for notable research and contributions to the pipeline industry.
Bruce Paskett, P.E.
Senior Associate, Chief Regulatory Engineer
Mr. Paskett is a licensed professional engineer with over 39 years of experience in the natural gas utility industry. While at NW Natural he had significant experience in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of natural gas pipelines, including various roles as Manager of Engineering, Chief Engineer and Principal Compliance Engineer. Bruce has been responsible for managing many field personnel, management of corporate pipeline safety, compliance, oversight of engineering operations, and major construction projects. He has extensive experience in working with construction, operation and maintenance personnel to develop Gas Policies and Procedures that are realistic and ensure compliance with relevant state and federal regulations. He has also worked with state and federal pipeline regulators to develop new pipeline safety regulations that are reasonable and practical for the industry through his work with the American Gas Association.
Bruce Paskett, P.E.
Senior Associate, Chief Regulatory Engineer
Mr. Paskett is a licensed professional engineer with over 39 years of experience in the natural gas utility industry. While at NW Natural he had significant experience in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of natural gas pipelines, including various roles as Manager of Engineering, Chief Engineer and Principal Compliance Engineer. Bruce has been responsible for managing many field personnel, management of corporate pipeline safety, compliance, oversight of engineering operations, and major construction projects. He has extensive experience in working with construction, operation and maintenance personnel to develop Gas Policies and Procedures that are realistic and ensure compliance with relevant state and federal regulations. He has also worked with state and federal pipeline regulators to develop new pipeline safety regulations that are reasonable and practical for the industry through his work with the American Gas Association.
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