Representative Schauer introduces HR 6008, the Corporate Liability and Emergency Accident Notification (CLEAN) Act, to require oil and gas pipeline operators to notify DOT and the NRC “not later than one hour” following the discovery of a release, among other changes.
July 2010
Part 194 Updated Spill Response Plans Due to PHMSA
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On June 28, 2010, in response to the Gulf oil spill, PHMSA issued an Advisory Bulletin to all liquid pipeline operators, requiring operators to review and, if necessary, revise and update their spill response plans. Such plans are required under 49 C.F.R. Part 194 (DOT’s implementation of OPA-90 spill response requirements). PHMSA notes that in…
Homeland Security Alert for Malicious SCADA Virus
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A new virus specifically aimed at SCADA systems has been discovered. The virus works on the Microsoft platform, and Siemens’ SCADA software appears particularly vulnerable. Pipeline operators are encouraged to contact Microsoft, or Siemens, for advice on investigation and fixes. The Department of Homeland Security encourages all operators of SCADA systems to be vigilant in…