UKOPA
is progressing the following key issues during 2002:
Establishment
of the UKOPA Fault Database as the recognised source of UK
pipeline fault data.
Publication
of Predictive Modelling of Pipeline Failures.
The
UKOPA Competency Framework Document.
Development
of interpretive guidance and ACoP document relating to the
proposed amendments to the Pipelines Safety Regulations relating
to the testing and charging of pipeline emergency plans.
Organisation
of PERO Update Training Courses.
The
development of risk based land use planning consultation zones
for all pipelines, through the ACDS MHSC Working Group on
Pipelines.