La. Admin. Code tit. 43 § XI-2711

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section XI-2711 - Precautions to Avoid Damage

A. In addition to the notification requirements in §2705 and §2707 and the emergency notification requirements in §2709, each person responsible for an excavation or demolition operation shall do the following.

1. Plan the excavation or demolition to avoid damage to or minimize interference with underground pipelines in and near the construction area.

2. Maintain a safe clearance between the underground pipelines and the cutting edge or point of any power or mechanized equipment, taking into account the known limit of control of the cutting edge or point to avoid damage to pipelines.

3. Provide support for underground pipelines in and near the construction area, during excavation and back filling operations, as may be reasonably necessary to protect any pipelines.

4. Dig test pits to determine the actual location of pipelines if said lines are to be exposed.

La. Admin. Code tit. 43, § XI-2711

Promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources, Office of Conservation, LR 46957 (7/1/2020).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with 40:1749.27.