Integrity Management
Operating a pipeline or related facility can be an overwhelming and concerning task. Integrity Management is key to operating safely, productively, and compliantly without the threat of failures or leaks. Developing and maintaining an Integrity Management Plan (IMP) will ensure successful and safe operation throughout the lifecycle of a pipeline asset. Pinnacle can provide the necessary guidance, support, and recommendations to develop and manage your Integrity Management Plan.
Pipeline System Integrity Review & Audit
In order to know where to go it is important to know where we have been. A review and audit of current and historic integrity information is essential to develop an effective Integrity Management Plan (IMP) for any pipeline system or related facility. Deficiencies, requirements, and standards will be noted in order to develop and maintain an applicable IMP as it relates and complies to codes, regulations, and operator expectations.
Threat Management & HCA Assessment
Managing all integrity threats is essential to a successful IMP. These threats can result in areas of consequence as it relates to potential risks such as failures and leaks. In particular, High Consequence Areas (HCA) are of upmost concern as they have the greatest impact on population, environment, and finances if a failure were to occur. Pinnacle can assist clients and operators in the determination of individual threats and the corresponding HCA location selection. Pro-active management of these threats and HCA's can also be provided as part of the overall IMP.
Protocol & Procedure Development
In order to assess and manage potential threats on a pipeline system, procedures, protocols, and processes need to be developed as part of the IMP. These documents could include HCA selection criteria, threat management strategies, and defect assessment protocols. Pinnacle can provide assistance and guidance in the development of such documents and processes for integrity management, compliance, and regulatory requirements.