Frequently-Asked Question FAQ #11

FAQ-11: Accountability Following Transfer of Assets

Question: Who will be held accountable for implementing Integrity Management requirements in a case where an operator transfers pipeline assets to another company but retains responsibility, by contract, for maintenance and integrity management activities until some later date?

Answer: Typically, OPS inspects the operator for compliance with the pipeline safety regulations, however, compliance responsibility would have to be determined on a case by case basis and is contingent on the terms of contracts, operating agreements, and any other relevant correspondence between the involved parties. Depending on the terms of the agreement, either or both could be held responsible.