La. Admin. Code tit. 43 § XIII-8113

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

Section XIII-8113 - Training: Operations and Maintenance [49 CFR 193.2713]

A. Each operator shall provide and implement a written plan of initial training to instruct:

1. all permanent maintenance, operating, and supervisory personnel:

a. about the characteristics and hazards of LNG and other flammable fluids used or handled at the facility, including, with regard to LNG, low temperatures, flammability of mixtures with air, odorless vapor, boiloff characteristics, and reaction to water and water spray; [ 49 CFR 193.2713(a)(1)(i) ]

b. about the potential hazards involved in operating and maintenance activities; and [ 49 CFR 193.2713(a)(1)(ii) ]

c. to carry out aspects of the operating and maintenance procedures under LAC 43:XIII.7703 and LAC 43:XIII.7905 that relate to their assigned functions; and [ 49 CFR 193.2713(a)(1)(iii) ]

2. all personnel:

a. to carry out the emergency procedures under LAC 43:XIII.7709 that relate to their assigned functions; and [ 49 CFR 193.2713(a)(2)(i) ]

b. to give first-aid; and [ 49 CFR 193.2713(a)(2)(ii) ]

3. all operating and appropriate supervisory personnel-

a. to understand detailed instructions on the facility operations, including controls, functions, and operating procedures; and [ 49 CFR 193.2713(a)(3)(i) ]

b. to understand the LNG transfer procedures provided under LAC 43:XIII.7713. [ 49 CFR 193.2713(a)(3)(ii) ]

B. A written plan of continuing instruction must be conducted at intervals of not more than two years to keep all personnel current on the knowledge and skills they gained in the program of initial instruction. [ 49 CFR 193.2713(b) ]

La. Admin. Code tit. 43, § XIII-8113

Promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources, Office of Conservation, LR 441059 (6/1/2018).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 30:551.C.