This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Keith Coyle and Gary Steinbaurer discussing PHMSA’s recent Gas and Pipeline Leak Detection and Repair Rule, what exactly the rule consists of, how it is going to affect detecting leaks and completing repairs, and when the rule goes into effect. In this episode, you will learn what defines a […]
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Episode 286: Common Goals – Role & Relevance of a Strong Independent Regulator with Tristan Brown
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Tristan Brown discussing environmental protection, ways that the industry can stay nimble, and how PHMSA interacts with Congress and the government while maintaining a nonpartisan stance. In this episode, you will learn about advancements in technology aimed at ensuring proper environmental protection. Additionally, you will gain insights into the […]
Episode 262: Streamlining Compliance and Safety Program Management with Mallory Gill
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Mallory Gill discussing program management and its common challenges, what ComplyMgr is, its benefits, and where the industry is headed as far as control room auditing. In this episode, you will learn about the challenging aspects of fitting into compliance, why it is important to be careful when doing […]
Episode 231: PHMSA Valve Installation and Rupture Detection Rule with Keith Coyle
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Keith Coyle of Babst Calland discussing the newly reformed valve installation and rupture detection rule from PHMSA going into effect this October. In this episode, you will learn about rupture mitigation valves, how the new PHMSA rules are going to affect preexisting pipelines, repairing versus replacing pipes, and potential […]
Episode 229: The Natural Compliance Journey with Dale Schafer
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Dale Schafer, Vice President of Business Development with EnerACT Energy Services and VP Business Development for EnerSys Corporation, discussing the Natural Compliance Journey. In this episode, you will learn what Natural Compliance is, the three critical parts of Natural Compliance, the glue that holds it all together, how Natural […]
Episode 227: Billion Dollar PHMSA Grant Program with Stuart Saulters
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Stuart Saulters, VP of Government Relations at the American Public Gas Association, discussing the Billion Dollar PHMSA Grant Program. In this episode, you will learn about the Billion Dollar PHMSA Grant Program that was included in the recently enacted Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, what it covers, who is […]
Episode 223: The Need for Full-Scale Testing to Support Pipeline Safety with Skip Elliott
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features the return of former PHMSA Administrator Howard “Skip” Elliott to discuss the need for full-scale testing to support pipeline safety. In this episode, you will learn about PHMSA’s collaboration with the pipeline industry, Mr. Elliott’s advice on shifting the narrative around the pipeline industry, and the many benefits of […]
Episode 207: PHMSA Publishes Gas Gathering Final Rule with Keith Coyle
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Keith Coyle of Babst Calland returning to the podcast to discuss the timely news of PHMSA publishing the long-awaited Gas Gathering Final Rule. In this episode, you will gain insights into what is contained in the Gas Gathering Final Rule, including the significant legal deadlines and dates associated with […]
Episode 202: PHMSA’s Enforcement Process with Keith Coyle & Brianne Kurdock
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Keith Coyle and Brianne Kurdock of Babst Calland discussing the PHMSA enforcement process and enforcement actions with host Russel Treat. In this episode, you will learn about the legal aspects of PHMSA enforcement and what to expect from an inspection, a violation, and Congress’ newest emergency order tool. Brianne […]
Episode 179: What’s Next for the PHMSA Gas Gathering Rule with Keith Coyle
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Keith Coyle of Babst Calland returning to the podcast to provide an update on the latest progress in the PHMSA rulemaking process for the Gas Gathering Rule. In this episode, you will learn about the importance of how gathering lines are defined, the impact of the recently-updated API RP […]