DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop
August 17-18, 2005

Join us at our Houston office for these informative, lively, and interactive workshop on DOT Pipeline Compliance and API RP 1162 for DOT Pipelines. This workshop has been attended by hundreds of pipeline personnel, with excellent feedback. Day 1 provides an overview of the DOT pipeline regulations, and is appropriate for people who are new to pipeline regulations, or who could use a refresher. Day 2 covers each of the 8 elements required in RP 1162.

The material to be covered includes:

Day 1: Introduction to DOT/PHMSA Pipeline Regulations

• Agency jurisdictions-what does DOT/PHMSA regulate anyway?
  • Important definitions
  • Important letters of clarification from the agency
  • Recent EPA/DOI memorandums of understanding
• State and Federal program variations, roles and responsibilities
• Gas and liquid design, construction, operations, maintenance, and emergency response requirements
• Spill response planning requirements
• How to monitor rulemaking activity and stay current with your compliance program

Your Instructor for Day 1: As principal of RCP, Mr. Byrd enjoys a solid reputation for working with the public, corporate management, and regulatory agencies to resolve complex regulatory issues. He serves on various industry association committees, works as an expert witness and consulting expert, and is frequently called upon to comment on current or proposed rulemakings at public and private meetings and conferences.

Day 2: API RP1162 Overview

• The final rule incorporating by reference API Recommended Practice 1162 will go into effect June 20, 2006 for both gas (192) and liquid (195) pipeline operators. The Public Awareness/API RP1162 Overview will cover each of the 8 elements required in RP1162. The session will also include additional information about the more complex elements of stakeholder audience identification, communication methods and evaluation of effectiveness. The session will be taught by a leader in the development of RP1162 who understands the background and intent of the rule as well as the language.

Your Instructor for Day 2: Susan D. Waller has over twenty-five years of pipeline experience and has been responsible for developing and implementing effective pipeline awareness communication programs throughout North America. Ms. Waller helped lead the development of API's Recommended Practice 1162, Public Awareness Programs for Pipeline Operators.

Increase your understanding of this new rule by attending Day 2 of the Workshop.

Cancellations made less than 1 week prior to class are non-refundable, but may be credited toward future workshop.

Training will be in the Texas Room of the Kellogg / Brown & Root Tower at 601 Jefferson Street, located on the western end of the business district.   Registration will begin at 7:30 am.  The seminar will start at 8:00 am and end around 4:00 pm each day.   

REGISTRATION
What you will receive:  Registration confirmation, hotel and parking options, and other supplemental information will be sent via email.  Seminar materials will be provided.  These will include class handouts, examples, agency determinations, copies of regulations, and copies of new and proposed rules as appropriate, indexed and organized in 3-ring binders for easy reference.  Cost includes lunch and continental breakfast.  

Registration Methods:

• Register Online!
• Download and complete the brochure and registration form in PDF format. Return via e-mail to Seminars@Your-RCP.com.
• Call Maria @ (713) 655-8080
• Fax your registration to: (713) 655-8083
• For Hotel Reservations at Crowne Plaza (located across the street), click here.
Special rates are valid for booking from 26-Jul-2005 through 10-Aug-2005.
• E-mail info to: Seminars@Your-RCP.com

Due to website security concerns, you will receive an INVOICE within a few days. Payment is due upon receipt.