Wis. Admin. Code Department of Safety and Professional Services SPS 340.70

Current through November 25, 2024

Section SPS 340.70 - Scope

(1) APPLICATION. This subchapter applies to the storage, handling and use of compressed natural gas.

(2)EXEMPTIONS. This subchapter does not apply to any of the following:

(a) Compressed natural gas systems owned and operated by utilities when the systems are part of the distribution facilities for the utility and are subject to the provisions of ch. PSC 135.

Note: Compressed natural gas systems owned and operated for utility purposes by utilities are regulated by the Public Service Commission and are subject to chapter PSC 135, and the Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act of 1968 ( 49 USC 1675, 49 CFR 192 - et seq.).

(b) The transportation of compressed natural gas.

Wis. Admin. Code Department of Safety and Professional Services SPS 340.70

CR 11-002: cr. Register August 2011 No. 668, eff. 9-1-11.

The transportation of compressed natural gas is subject to the regulations of the federal Department of Transportation under Title 49 CFR Parts 171 - 179.