Excavators Contractors Landscapers Farmers PIPELINE SAFETY. Important safety guidelines for working and digging near pipelines

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1 Excavators Contractors Landscapers Farmers PIPELINE SAFETY Important safety guidelines for working and digging near pipelines

2 LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM CONTENT GUIDE Project planning Safe digging practices Elite Partner Program How to recognize a pipeline leak What to do if you suspect a leak Special consideration for Farmers & Ranchers Free Safety Tailgate Meeting Guides PIPELINE SAFETY IS EVERYONE S RESPONSIBILITY Energy product pipelines are an unseen and unheard network of lines crisscrossing our country and fueling the beating hearts of our communities, states, and our country. According to the National Transportation Safety Board, pipelines are the safest way to carry energy products. That s why they can be found in our neighborhoods, parks, and even under s our farms and ranches. Every day, our pipelines safely transport the raw and refined petroleum products (like crude oil, gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel) that keep our homes comfortable, our transportation systems running smoothly, and which create the lifesaving plastics products that we use in our day-to-day lives. But, despite an exemplary safety record, the rare pipeline emergency can occur and it pays to be prepared. SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY WE OPERATE APPROXIMATELY 15,000 MILES OF PIPELINE THROUGHOUT THE U.S. STAY SAFE. KNOW THE RISKS. Our nation s pipeline industry has maintained a consistent and successful safety record. According to The National Transportation Safety Board, pipelines are the safest mode of transportation of energy products. Pipelines are monitored regularly by air, on foot, and with sophisticated 24-hour electronic inspection systems, but natural elements - such as erosion and flooding - can change a pipeline s depth of cover. Pipeline product hazards - like fire or explosion - depend on the specific type of energy product carried in the pipeline but even smaller incidents can result in significant monetary loss for yourself and your community due to fines, traffic disruptions, and job interruptions. If you notice anything unusual in the area of a pipeline, it is best to leave the area immediately. Dial 911, then notify Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC s emergency line at

3 LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM PROJECT PLANNING PIPELINE LOCATION GET TO KNOW PIPA The Pipelines and Informed Planning Alliance (PIPA) is a broad stakeholder initiative led and supported by the U.S. Department of Transportation s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). PIPA has prepared a list of recommended best practices that describe actions that should be taken by stakeholders when there are proposed changes in land use or when there is new development adjacent to existing transmission pipelines. SPECIFIC CONSIDERATIONS FOR LAND-USE PLANNERS Help ensure that you are protected from personal liability suits and that your project stays free from interruptions, safety incidents, and hefty fines by using this list every time that you are involved in project planning: 1. Pipeline operators should be part of all planning and zoning conversations from the start. Consult the National Pipeline Mapping System and call 811 at the beginning of your project. This helps to eliminate unnecessary re-work and keeps project time-lines on track. 2. Always place a call to 811 before moving soil, engaging heavy machinery, or beginning demolition work. 3. Be sure to work through these questions with the pipeline operator: Is there adequate planned access to the right-of-way? Have you considered evacuation routes in case of an emergency? How can you prevent possible excavation damage due to construction? Are there alternative uses for the right-of-way - green space, parks, trails, etc. - PHILLIPS 66 PIPELINE LLC MAPPING SYSTEM Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC provides a handy and userfriendly tool for determining the approximate location of Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC operated pipelines and terminals. These maps are live-updated, contain the most recent information on our active pipelines and assets, and can be easily searched by typing in any address in the United States. Visit phillips66pipeline.com NATIONAL PIPELINE MAPPING SYSTEM The National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS) is a web program which will show you the approximate location of gas and hazardous liquid transmission lines near any searched address. It can be extremely useful to refer to the NPMS while you are in the planning phase of an excavation project to avoid unforeseen project complications. It s important to know that NPMS does not include gathering or distribution pipelines. Visit npms.phmsa.dot.gov to learn more. Though both pipeline markers and the NPMS are helpful tools, they have limitations. The only way to pinpoint a pipeline s exact location is to call 811, the national Call Before You Dig number. PHILLIPS 66 PIPELINE LLC MAPPING APPLICATION that can enhance the value of your project?

4 LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM KNOW YOUR MARKERS PREPARING TO DIG Pipeline markers let you know that a pipeline is nearby and they contain specific and important information. Markers are placed along pipeline easements and are often found at road and railway crossings, fence lines, and street intersections. These markers identify the type of product carried in the line, the operator s name, and an emergency phone number in case of an incident. Markers, similar to the illustration to the left, indicate the general location of a line but never its depth. It is a common misconception that the precise location of a pipeline can be determined by drawing a straight line between markers. This is not true. While pipeline markers are good indicators that there is a pipeline nearby, they only show the approximate location of the line and will not indicate the curvature or angle of the pipes underground. PARTNERS IN RIGHT-OF-WAY It s important for property developers and landscapers to work closely with us to maintain rights-of-way and easements. It is crucial that these areas are kept clear of trees, shrubs, structures, equipment and other things that would impede an operator s ability to conduct inspections, make routine repairs, or respond to an emergency. SAFE DIGGING PREPARATION White lining is the process of marking out the planned excavation site with white paint or flags prior to digging. The proposed dig site is identified by a continuous line or dash while dots mark the site radius or arcs. Refer to the APWA Uniform Color Code Chart, like the one at right, for clarification on color meanings. Once you ve called 811, trained locating technicians will come out to your site and mark underground facilities with colored flags, stakes or paints. Various marker colors identify planned electrical, water, or other elements of construction. After the requisite three days, you may begin your project. Never remove the flags, stakes or paint before an excavation project is completed. Visit phillips66pipeline.com to view free safe digging training videos. APWA COLOR CODES PROPOSED EXCAVATION SURVEY MARKINGS ELECTRICAL GAS, PETROLEUM, OIL, STEAM COMMUNICATIONS POTABLE WATER RECLAIMED WATER SEWERS & DRAINS

5 LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM SAFE DIGGING PRACTICES DESERVE RECOGNITION DIAL 811 Every digging job - large or small, repeated or not - requires that you call 811, the federally-mandated Call Before You Dig phone number before you begin excavating. Make sure that you comply with the law and call at least three business days before you begin your project. The 811 service is fast, easy, and FREE. Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC is a member of the state One-Call center network. Calls placed to 811 are routed to your local One-Call center, which in turn contacts the appropriate company to locate pipelines or other buried utilities. The pipeline or utility owner will then perform a free survey and mark the planned dig site with flags or paint. 811 BEST PRACTICES Avoid project delays by allowing adequate scheduling time. Provide accurate information about the dig location and outline proposed dig site with white paint or flags. Ensure that operators will have access to the excavation site in order to mark pipeline locations. Wait until all lines are located and marked before you dig. Once a pipeline is marked, respect the markings and dig carefully. Follow the excavation requirements of your state s One-Call law and CGA s Best Practices. This may include hand-digging, soft-digging, vacuum methods, and the use of pneumatic hand tools. Visit COMMONGROUNDALLIANCE.COM OR CALL811.COM ONE-CALL ELITE PARTNER PROGRAM Companies that have frequent One-Call tickets near our areas of operation and which have zero One-Call process errors resulting in Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC involvement are eligible for recognition as One-Call Elite Partners. Recognized companies may receive free advertising in local news outlets, recommendation letters sent to the Better Business Bureau, a plaque for display in their office, free brochures to share with potential new business partners, and a reference on the Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC website. You increase your chances of becoming an Elite Partner every time you call 811 before you begin job planning or excavating. Even Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC calls 811 before beginning any project.

6 09 10 LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Dial 911 to report any pipeline pull, WARNING SIGNS IF YOU SUSPECT A LEAK, DO: IF YOU SUSPECT A LEAK, DO NOT: jarring, snag, nick, dent, scrape or other pipeline emergency. Then contact Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC emergency line at Many petroleum products have a distinct odor, such as sulfur (rotten eggs), or a strong petroleum-like odor. That said, you can not depend on odor alone to determine a leak. In fact, most large diameter pipelines are not odorized, and the intensity of odor is no indication of the severity of a leak. Use visual cues and listen for unusual sounds whenever working in the area of a pipeline. PROTECT, OBSERVE, & REPORT Leave the area immediately and walk into the wind and away from the site. Warn all non-emergency personnel to stay away. Avoid contact with any fluids or vapors escaping from the pipeline. From a safe area, call 911 to report the leak. Call the pipeline operator using the number provided on a nearby pipeline marker, if you can do so safely. Do not operate any machinery. Never attempt to operate pipeline valves or extinguish a pipeline fire. This could potentially prolong an incident, cause another leak in the pipeline, and risk your life and the lives of others. Do not create a spark. Potential ignition sources include, but are not limited to: smoking materials, open flames, cell phones, pagers, flashlights, vehicle keyless entry remotes, and motorized vehicles or equipment. Even minor damage to a pipeline can result in future problems that could harm property, the environment, or pose a risk to human life. If you suspect that a pipeline has been hit, regardless of damage, immediately call the Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC emergency number at Even a minuscule nick in the pipeline s protective coating must be assessed. Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC s emergency phone number is

7 11 12 LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM MORE THAN 7,500 MILES OF PHILLIPS 66 PIPELINE LLC PIPELINES RUN UNDER FARM AND RANCH LAND. SPECIFIC CONSIDERATIONS FOR FARMERS AND RANCHERS According to the Common Ground Alliance (CGA), there are 2 million farms in the United States, and 9.5 million acres of this country are used for farming or ranching activities. Due to the sheer surface area that these businesses cover, they are uniquely at risk of coming in contact with a pipeline or utility line buried underneath their land. Rural communities often contain major oil and gas pipelines which must be avoided while digging to prevent accidents. Even if you know the general location of the pipeline, always call 811 before digging. Natural elements, like erosion, may have caused the ground around the pipeline to change, shifting the line s depth of cover. WHEN TO CALL To prevent harming your community and to avoid potentially long-lasting harm to your property, farmers and ranchers should call 811 before performing the following tasks: chisel plowing, deep ripping or tilling, subsoiling or terracing, creek maintenance, drainage ditch clean out, waterway building, drain tile installation or any other excavation activity. Have your projects surveyed for free and keep yourself, your land, and your loved ones safe.

8 LEARN MORE AT PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM FUELING OUR WORLD USEFUL RESOURCES Pipelines are the most reliable method for moving energy products and are crucial to meeting our nation s growing economic and energy needs. Pipelines are the most reliable method for moving energy products and are crucial to meeting our nation s growing economic and energy needs. Because of their importance, pipelines operate under many government regulations and industry standards in order to ensure safe and reliable operation. These guidelines touch on all aspects of pipeline construction and operation such as where and how they can be built, how (and how often) they should be tested and maintained, and provide rules for the day-to-day operation of our nation s pipeline infrastructure. Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC is committed to the safety of our communities, which is why we employ a wide variety of safety and inspection processes to ensure that we meet and exceed governmental requirements and industry best practices. We routinely inspect surface conditions via air and on foot, provide regular operation and safety training for our employees, provide emergency preparedness materials with local officials, proactively clear easements, and use sophisticated pipeline monitoring and in-line inspection technology to monitor the health of our pipelines 24 hours a day. FREE TAILGATE MEETING GUIDES Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC has developed eight free meeting guides (available in both English and Spanish) to help you document your safety efforts at your OSHA-recommended, weekly safety tailgate meetings. These meeting guides can help mitigate service disruptions, harm to you or your employees, and possible fines and liability for costly pipeline repairs. The free guides, which are based on the Common Ground Alliance s Best Practices guidance document, can be downloaded at phillips66pipeline.com/resources ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & RESOURCES Free Safe Digging Videos phillips66pipeline.com/resources Pipelines and Informed Planning Alliance Information and Best Practices call811.com Learn more about Pipeline Safety phillips66pipeline.com/ Common Ground Alliance commongroundalliance.com Pipelines 101 pipeline101.com

9 IF A PIPELINE HAS BEEN PULLED, JARRED, SNAGGED, NICKED, DENTED, SCRAPED OR TOUCHED IN ANY WAY, DIAL 911 TO REPORT. THEN CONTACT THE PHILLIPS 66 PIPELINE LLC EMERGENCY LINE AT Contact Us PHILLIPS 66 PIPELINE LLC 2331 CITYWEST BLVD HOUSTON, TX PHILLIPS66PIPELINE.COM Non-Emergency Phone Number Emergency Phone Number YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS BROCHURE BECAUSE YOUR JOB DUTIES MAY REQUIRE YOU OR SOMEONE ON YOUR STAFF TO DIG OR EXCAVATE NEAR A PHILLIPS 66 PIPELINE LLC PIPELINE. V. EX2016