La. Admin. Code tit. 43 § XIII-1503

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

Section XIII-1503 - General [49 CFR 192.273]

A. The pipeline must be designed and installed so that each joint will sustain the longitudinal pullout or thrust forces caused by contraction or expansion of the piping or by anticipated external or internal loading. [ 49 CFR 192.273(a)]

B. Each joint must be made in accordance with written procedures that have been proved by test or experience to produce strong gastight joints. [ 49 CFR 192.273(b)]

C. Each joint must be inspected to insure compliance with this Chapter. [ 49 CFR 192.273(c)]

La. Admin. Code tit. 43, § XIII-1503

Promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources, Office of Conservation, LR 9:230 (April 1983), amended LR 10:523 (July 1984), LR 30:1243 (June 2004).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 30:501 et seq.