(a) Each pipeline operator shall notify the State Fire Marshal and the local fire department having fire suppression responsibilities at least three working days prior to conducting a hydrostatic test which is required by this chapter. The notification shall include all of the following information:
(1) The name, address, and telephone number of the pipeline operator.
(2) The specific location of the pipeline section to be tested and the location of the test equipment.
(3) The date and time the test is to be conducted.
(4) An invitation and a telephone number for local fire departments to call for further information on what they should do in the event of a leak during testing.
(5) The test medium.
(6) The name and telephone number of the independent testing firm or person responsible for certification of the test results.
(b) The State Fire Marshal may observe tests conducted pursuant to this chapter.
(Amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1277, Sec. 5.5.)
Last modified: October 25, 2018