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The Office of Pipeline Safety is the Federal safety authority for ensuring the safe, reliable, and environmentally sound operation of the Nation's pipeline transportation system.

About Us 
The Office of Pipeline Safety's mission, purpose, contacts, and more!
Calendar 
Scheduled events specific to Pipeline and Pipeline training activities.
Contact Us 
How to connect with Pipeline contacts for more information, requests, and questions.
Data & Statistics 
Accidents and incidents average, annual, and summary statistics.
Drug & Alcohol Testing 
Policy and investigation to deter and detect illegal drug use and alcohol misuse in the pipeline industry.
Enforcement 
Ensuring pipeline operators comply with regulations.
FAQs 
Frequently Asked Questions about Pipeline topics.
Federal, State, and Industry Partners 
Links to our partners.
Forms 
Accident, incident, annual reporting, and other forms.
Glossary 
Pipeline terms and definitions.
Initiatives 
Risk Management, R&D, programs/initiatives for mandated regulatory and enforcement responsibilities.
Inspection 
Ensuring pipeline operators comply with regulations.
Integrity Management Program (IMP) 
Programs for Liquid, Gas, Distribution, and Rulemaking. View the DIMP Webcast.
Library 
Available public electronic information files.
Online Data Entry 
Online data entry and Operator Registration - Log in now!
Outreach: Stakeholder Awareness 
Community Assistance and Technical Services (CATS).
Regions 
A map which helps you locate contacts near your area.
Regulations 
Regulations, requirements, and guidance concerning pipeline construction, maintenance, and operation.
Research & Development 
Coordination and dissemination of Pipeline Safety R&D information.
Security 
Enhancing Pipeline infrastructure safety and security.
Special Permits 
Operator petitions for Special Permits (formerly "Waivers") from regulations.
State Programs 
Federal/State partnership is the cornerstone assuring uniform implementation of the pipeline safety program.
Technical Advisory Committees 
Read about the committees who peer review proposed pipeline safety rules.
Training & Qualifications 
For industry, the regulator, and the inspector.
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Latest News
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DIMP Webcast
Video background information on the proposed rule for integrity management of distribution pipelines
 
73 FR 44800 - ADB-07-08
PHMSA–RSPA–1997–2426; National Pipeline Mapping System; Notice; Issuance of Advisory Bulletin
 
73 FR 44800 - Notice of Survey
PHMSA–2008–0186; Voluntary Survey of Regulated and Unregulated Low-Stress Pipeline Information; Survey to be taken by 9/15/2008.
Latest Events
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The following are ucoming calendar events with a focus on Pipeline and Pipeline Safety topics.

All items viewed here and more are in the main Pipeline calendar as well as the all-PHMSA calendar.

 
Jun 25, 2008 - Sep 23, 2008 - Comment Period for PHMSA-RSPA-2004-19854 , 73 FR 36015; Guidance Document for Gas Distribution Integrity Management Rule
 
Jul 3, 2008 - Oct 1, 2008 - Comment Period for PHMSA–2005–22987 , 73 FR 38164; Hazardous Materials: Requirements for the Storage of Explosives During Transportation
 
Jul 31, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008 - Comment period for 73 FR 44803 , PHMSA–2007–0065 (HM–224D) and PHMSA–2008–0005 (HM–215J)]; Revision to Requirements for the Transportation of Batteries and Battery-Powered Devices; and Harmonization With the UN Recommendations, IMDG Code, and ICAO’s Technical Instructions
 
Sep 9, 2008 - Nov 10, 2008 - Comment period for PHMSA-06-25885 , 73 FR 52558; Risk-Based Adjustment of Transportation Security Plan Requirements
 
Sep 15, 2008 - Sep 19, 2008 - Joint Meeting of the RID Safety Committee and the Working Party on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. , Geneva, Switzerland
 
Sep 18, 2008 - Hazardous Materials Transportation Training Workshop (1-Day) , Minneapolis, Minnesota
 
Sep 22, 2008 - Sep 26, 2008 - IMO DSC Sub-Committee , London, England
Travel Resources
Tips on how to safely pack and transport batteries, battery-powered devices, and other personal items when traveling.

Safe Travel: Safety Tips for Travelers
Freedom of Information Act
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FOIA established the public's right to obtain information from Federal agencies.
Pipeline Safety Resources
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National Pipeline Mapping System
View maps of natural gas transmission and hazardous liquid pipelines, LNG facilities, and breakout tanks by county.
 
Integrity Management Program (IMP)
Programs for Liquid, Gas, Distribution, and Rulemaking. View the DIMP Webcast.
 
Pipeline Emergencies First Reponder Training
FREE Comprehensive pipeline emergencies training materials for first responders
 
Pipeline Operator Registration System
Online data entry and Operator Registration System
 
Drug & Alcohol Testing information
Policy and investigation to deter and detect illegal drug use and alcohol misuse in the pipeline industry.
ePayments
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PHMSA offers electronic payment (ePayment) services including purchase of publications and training materials and making payments on FOIA Requests.
Glossary
 
Pipeline Glossary
Pipeline terms and definitions.
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