LAC 43:XIII.1705. Inspection: General [49 CFR 192.305]

A. Each transmission line or main must be inspected to ensure that it is constructed in accordance with this Subpart. An operator must not use operator personnel to perform a required inspection if the operator personnel performed the construction task requiring inspection. Nothing in this section prohibits the operator from inspecting construction tasks with operator personnel who are involved in other construction tasks. [49 CFR 192.305] B. Each operator shall notify the Pipeline Safety Section of the Office of Conservation, Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources by submitting the Notice of Construction form by electronic mail at PipelineInspectors@la.gov of any new proposed pipeline construction or replacement for a total length of 1 mile or more on transmission lines or mains at least 7 days prior to commencement of said construction.