Pipeline Operations and Maintenance Manual Development
Ensuring the viability and continued operation of pipelines for the full potential lifespan requires a systematic approach. Diamond’s operations stand on current knowledge of regulations and best practices through active involvement with industry groups and regulatory authorities. Our Pipeline Operations and Maintenance Manuals have been designed with ease of use in mind, addressing regulatory requirements while incorporating the business processes of our clients.
Diamond’s manuals are updated regularly as new guidelines and/or legislation are released. Available in both paper and electronic format, the comprehensive content includes:
- Graphic Pipeline System Schematics for all corporate systems
- Instructions for conducting all pipeline-related activities
- Full suite of reporting forms
DIRECT
Diamond Integrity’s Regulatory Compliance Tool provides unparalleled reporting possibilities. Harnessing the power of corporate data with government downloads, a more complete picture of company pipelines can be seen, analyzed and assessed.
DIRECT integrates seamlessly with corporate platforms. Updating the database is a breeze utilizing Excel encoded forms or the more technologically advanced SmartDIRECT App on a tablet or smartphone. Reports such as Right of Way Inspections and Pigging Summaries can be accessed rapidly and easily, giving opportunity for more efficiency in operating decisions. DIRECT’s flexibility allows reports to be customized to suit a client’s particular need, and overall capabilities of the system continue to grow with ongoing development.
DIRECT – a simple word with powerful intent, encapsulating perfectly the nature of the database – straightforward, honest, the shortest route between two points.
Data Collection
Diamond manages facility data for industry clients. This includes:
- Researching all facilities
- Interviewing personnel
- Collecting accurate data from all available sources
- Ensuring data is complete.
We manage information reviews and updates on a regular basis, incorporating a rigorous internal and client review process. This ensures that pertinent information is current and that reporting meets the unique needs of each client.
Regulations and Reporting
Liaising between industry and the AER, Diamond assists clients in maintaining pipeline activity compliance governed by the Pipeline Acts and Regulations. To ensure pipelines are correctly identified, we routinely review licence information and recommend correct procedures for updating the AER’s records in the case of discrepancy. If an amendment to a pipeline takes place, Diamond gathers the required information, completes the licence application and submits it directly to the AER for approval in alignment with Directive 056.
Diamond’s team participates in ongoing training to ensure up-to-date knowledge of AER regulations and guidelines.