This advisory reminds operators of the need for vigilance in providing security at liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities. PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations require operators to implement security measures that deter intruders at LNG terminals, facilities, and peak shaving plants. This Advisory Bulletin reinforces the importance of effectively

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

PHMSA has determined that the minimum random drug testing rate for covered employees will remain at 25 percent during calendar year 2007.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

This is to notify the public that we (PHMSA) have discovered the unauthorized marking of highpressure compressed gas cylinders, mainly cylinders containing welding gases, fire extinguishers, and selfcontained breathing apparatus, by Consulting and Safety Specialists, Inc. (CSSI), located at 924 Lefort Bypass, Thibodaux, LA 70301.

On November

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

This notice requests public participation in the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval process for the renewal of an existing PHMSA information collection. In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) described below has been forwarded to OMB for extension of

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

CFR Correction

In Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, parts 100 to 185, revised as of October 1, 2005, on page 584, Sec. 173.302a is corrected by reinstating the second sentence of paragraph (d) to read as follows: Sec. 173.302a Additional requirements for shipment of nonliquefied (permanent) compressed gases in specification

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the procedures governing the application for, and the processing of, special permits from the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations (49 CFR Part 107, Subpart B), notice is hereby given that the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety has received the application described herein. This notice is abbreviated

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the procedures governing the application for, and the processing of, special permits from the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations (49 CFR Part 107, Subpart B), notice is hereby given that the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety has received the application described herein. Each mode of transportation

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5117(c), PHMSA is publishing the following list of special permit applications that have been in process for 180 days or more. The reason(s) for delay and the expected completion date for action on each application is provided in association with each identified application.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

This document corrects the preamble to a notice of proposed rulemaking published in the Federal Register of September 1, 2006, regarding miscellaneous packaging amendments to the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR parts 171180). This document corrects mathematical calculations of the total annual respondents (from 5,000 to 5,010), and

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Kinder Morgan Louisiana Pipeline L.L.C. (KMLP) requests a waiver to use a 0.80 design factor in the steel pipe design formula for Class 1 locations on Leg 1 of its proposed natural gas interstate Kinder Morgan Louisiana Pipeline. The waiver will allow KMLP to design, construct and operate Leg 1 of its pipeline at hoop stresses up to 80 percent of

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

This advisory reminds and reinforces the importance of safe locating excavation practices near underground pipelines. PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations require pipeline operators to implement damage prevention programs to protect underground pipelines during construction related excavation. In addition, PHMSA recommends pipeline operators

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

This notice is to advise interested persons that PHMSA will conduct a public meeting in preparation for the 30th session of the United Nation's SubCommittee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (UNSCOE) to be held 412 (a.m.) December 2006 in Geneva, Switzerland.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the procedures governing the application for, and the processing of, special permits from the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations (49 CFR Part 107, Subpart B), notice is hereby given that the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety has received the application described herein. Each mode of transportation

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the procedures governing the application for, and the processing of, special permits from the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations (49 CFR Part 107, Subpart B), notice is hereby given that the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety has received the application described herein. This notice is abbreviated

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5117(c), PHMSA is publishing the following list of special permit applications that have been in process for 180 days or more. The reason(s) for delay and the expected completion date for action on each application is provided in association with each identified application.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

PHMSA and FRA are conducting a comprehensive review of design and operational factors that affect rail tank car safety. The two agencies invite interested persons to participate in a public meeting to address potential improvements to the design of hazardous materials tank cars that would enhance overall safety and security.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

CFR Correction

In Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, parts 100 to 185, revised as of October 1, 2005, on page 17, part 106 is corrected by reinstating Sec. 106.100 to read as follows:
Sec. 106.100 Required information for a petition for rulemaking. (a) You must include the following information in your petition for rulemaking:

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the procedures governing the application for, and the processing of, special permits from the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations (49 CFR part 107, subpart B), notice is hereby given that the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety has received the application described herein. This notice is abbreviated

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the procedures governing the application for, and the processing of, special permits from the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations (49 CFR part 107, subpart B), notice is hereby given that the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety has received the application described herein. Each mode of transportation

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

PHMSA is seeking public comment on a waiver request from Key West Pipeline Company (KWPC) and Pipeline and Terminal Management Corporation (PTMC). KWPC and PTMC are requesting a waiver from the regulations governing the marking and depth of cover of burial requirements for underwater pipelines. Instead of marking and burying its pipeline as

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In accordance with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5117(c), PHMSA is publishing the following list of special permit applications that have been in process for 180 days or more. The reason(s) for delay and the expected completion date for action on each application is provided in association with each identified application.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

PHMSA proposes to relax regulatory requirements governing public awareness programs conducted by operators of master meter systems and certain operators of petroleum gas systems. These operators typically manage property and incidentally provide gas service to customers located on the property. The proposed change provides a less burdensome means

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

PHMSA is correcting an error in an interim final rule, published in the Federal Register on December 15, 2004. That interim final rule imposed a limited prohibition on offering for transportation and transportation of primary lithium batteries and cells as cargo aboard passengercarrying aircraft and equipment containing or packed with large

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Freeport Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) facility requests a waiver of compliance from the regulation that requires every liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility constructed after March 31, 2000 to comply with the National Fire Protection Association's standard 59A (NFPA 59A), 2001 Edition.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Sabine Pass Liquefied Natural Gas (SPLNG) facility requests a waiver of compliance from the regulation that requires every Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) facility constructed after March 31, 2000 to comply with the National Fire Protection Association's standard 59A (NFPA 59A), 2001 Edition.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration