Assessment of Pipeline Station Facilities Integrity Available to Purchase

This paper describes an approach for assessing the integrity of pipeline station facilities, excluding the transmission pipeline itself. It includes the development and implementation of an integrity management plan, an inspection plan, and a fitness-for-service assessment plan. These plans are adapted from accepted industry standards and implemented in accordance with accepted industry recommended practices. Risk-based assessment is used to prioritize inspections and schedule mitigation actions, including repairs and replacements. Anomalies and defects in equipment are assessed using fitness-for-service procedures. Application of the approach to station and terminal facilities is discussed.