O Q Performance Checklist 101

101 Recognizing and Reacting to
Abnormal Operating Conditions

101 Recognizing & Reacting to AOC’s
Performance Checklist
[Revision – 0] [Revision Date 05/28/01]
Operator:
Operator Address:
Candidate Name:
SS# / Employee Number:
Verifier’s Name:
Directions: This Performance Checklist details the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job located in the header of
this document. Prior to unsupervised performance of any task associated with or operating equipment detailed on this
document, the operator must be signed off by a subject matter expert (SME)/Verifier.
For a candidate to be qualified for any task, an individual must demonstrate a score of 80% of the total knowledge
requirements of this checklist. Meeting the knowledge requirement, the individual may then proceed to the Performance
section of the checklist. A candidate is required to complete all performance items with 100% accuracy on the Performance
section of this checklist and complete all AOC items with 100% accuracy on the Abnormal Operating Conditions section of
this checklist for a verified status.
Recommended Training materials and references:

1. eWebOQ Module 101 Recognizing and Reacting to Abnormal Operating Conditions
2. DOT 49 CFR 192 Subpart N and 195 Subpart G Regulations
3. DOT 49 CFR 191 Regulations
3. Company Operating Procedures
Step Knowledge Verifier’s Signature

KNOWLEDGE SECTION OF THE PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST
(The candidate must respond to the following knowledge statements to the satisfaction of the verifier.)
Define “Abnormal Operating Conditions (AOCs)” as identified by the DOT’s Operator
Qualification Rule in Subpart N in 49 CFR Part 192 and Subpart G in 49 CFR Part 195.
• “A condition identified by the operator that may indicate a malfunction of a
101 component or deviation from normal operations that may indicate a condition
K10 exceeding design limits or result in a hazard(s) to persons, property, or the
environment.”
Remarks: Date:
Define “Qualified” as outlined in the DOT Operator Qualification Regulations.

101
K20 Remarks: Date:
Define “Covered Tasks” as outlined in the DOT Operator Qualification Regulations.

101
K30 Remarks: Date:
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Describe, “react” as it pertains to dealing with AOCs.
101
K40 Remarks: Date:
State the difference between an “AOC” and an “Abnormal Operation”.

101
K50 Remarks: Date:
List and discuss the appropriate actions to abnormal operations a transmission operator
should consider:
• The type of operations.
• The location where the condition exists (i.e., proximity to public).
101
K60 • The nature of the condition (i.e., the extent to which it could lead to an emergency
situation if not immediately corrected).
• Its effect on the operation of the operator's system.
Remarks: Date:
Describe the DOT (49 CFR 192. 605 and 195.402) Regulations for Abnormal
Operations:
• 192.605[c] applies to transmission pipelines; it does not apply to distribution
systems.
• 195.402[d] applies to hazardous liquids.
• 192.605[c] and 195.402 [d] require procedures to provide safety, when operating
design limits have been exceeded - responding to and investigating and correcting
101 the causes of:
K70 • Unintended closure of valves or shutdowns;
• Increase or decrease in pressure or flow rate outside normal operating limits;
• Loss of communications;
• Operation of any safety device; and,
• Any other foreseeable malfunction of a component, deviation from normal
operation, or personnel error, which may result in a hazard to persons or property.
Remarks: Date:
Describe the extent of follow-up monitoring after the end of an abnormal operation.
101
K80 Remarks: Date:

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Identify the following anomalies, which should be recognized by personnel who perform
operation and maintenance activities as potential safety-related conditions that may be
subject to the reporting requirements of DOT (49 CFR 191.23).
• General corrosion that has reduced the pipe wall thickness to less than that required
for the maximum allowable operating pressure.
• Localized corrosion pitting which has progressed to a degree where leakage might
result.
• Unintended movement or abnormal loading by environmental causes, such as an
earthquake, landslide, subsidence or flood that impairs the serviceability of a
pipeline segment.
• Material defects, such as those caused in the manufacturing process, or physical
damage that impair the serviceability of a pipeline segment. Sound engineering
criteria should be used to determine if an observed condition involving a material
101
defect or physical damage impairs serviceability.
K90
• Malfunctions or operating errors that cause the pressure of a pipeline to rise above
its maximum allowable operating pressure plus the build-up allowed for the
operation of pressure limiting or control devices.
• Leaks in a pipeline constitute the need for immediate corrective action to protect the
public or property. Including: Leaks occurring in residential or commercial areas in
conjunction with a natural disaster, leaks where a flammable vapor is detected inside
a building, leaks that involve response by police or fire departments.
• Other known anomalies or events that could lead to an imminent hazard (and cause,
either directly or indirectly, by remedial action of the operator) for purposes other
than abandonment, a 20 percent or more reduction in operating pressures or
shutdown of operation of the affected pipeline segment.
Remarks: Date:
Discuss why special consideration should be given to the information obtained through
101 the use of an instrumented (smart) pig.
K100 Remarks: Date:
State the date to be used to determine the filing deadline for reporting an anomaly as per
101 DOT (49 CFR 191.25).
K110 Remarks: Date:
Describe the abnormal operating condition rating system for documentation and,
ultimately, for repair:
• Type A – Imminent Hazard
101
• Type B – Potential Hazard
K120
• Type C – Non-Hazardous
Remarks: Date:
Operator Specific Knowledge:

101
K130 Remarks: Date:
101 Operator Specific Knowledge:

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K140 Remarks: Date:
Operator Specific Knowledge:

101
K150 Remarks: Date:
Step Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

PERFORMANCE SECTION OF THE PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST
(The candidate must perform the following statements to the satisfaction of the verifier.)
Operator Specific: D S P
101
P100
Remarks: Date:
101
P110 Remarks: Date:
101
P120
Remarks: Date:
Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
(The candidate must perform the following statements to the satisfaction of the verifier.)
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to aboveground
escaping gas or liquids at a regulator station or other above
ground facility including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101
• Safety
A10
• Notification
• Rating
• Corrective action
• Emergency response
Remarks: Date:

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Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to below ground
escaping gas or liquids– any unplanned, uncontrolled escape
of gas or liquids for Class A – D leaks including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101 • Safety
A20 • Notification
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to uncontrolled

ignition of natural gas or liquids including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A30
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to no natural gas

of liquids including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A40
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to excessive

pressure including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
101 • Safety
• Rating
Remarks: Date:

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Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to inadequate
pressure including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A60
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to improper

odorization including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A70
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to damage or

threats to pipeline facilities such as floods, earthquakes,
lighting strikes, tornadoes, and bomb threats including (as
relevant):
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101
• Safety
A80
• Notification
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to nicked pipes

including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A90
• Rating
Remarks: Date:

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Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to frayed
electrical wiring on equipment attached to pipeline facilities
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101 • Safety
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to

trench/excavation cave in including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A110
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to component

failure (failure of a component of the pipeline to perform in
the manner for which it is designed) such as valve stuck,
regulator failure, valve leaks, and grease stem on valve broken
• Detection D S P
101 • PPE
A120 • Safety
• Notification
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to pipe wall too

thin including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
101 D S P
A130 • Safety
• Notification
• Rating

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Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to presence of

liquid hydrocarbons (condensate) in excess of 5 gallons when
no liquids or condensate should be in the pipeline including
(as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101
• Safety
A140
• Notification
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to ice or salt

blocks restricting or stopping flow including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A150
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to blow down,

purging, and returning a pipeline to service including (as
relevant):
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101 • Safety
• Rating
Remarks: Date:

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Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to a pipeline
exposed (washed out), when it should be buried including (as
relevant):
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101 • Safety
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to inadequate

support, excessive bending or loading on facilities including
(as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE D S P
101 • Safety
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to burn through

or penetration during welding including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A190
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to low cathodic

protection levels including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A200
• Rating
Remarks: Date:

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Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to stray current
on pipeline including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A210
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to AC voltage on

pipeline in access of 10 volts including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A220
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to broken DC

cable on Cathodic Protection System including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A230
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to AC power

outage including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A240
• Rating
Remarks: Date:

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Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to rectifier
component failure including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A250
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to broken or cut

test point wire including (as relevant):
• Detection
• PPE
D S P
• Safety
101
• Notification
A260
• Rating
Remarks: Date:
AOC:
D S P
101
Reaction:
A270
Remarks: Date:
AOC:
D S P
101
Reaction:
A280
Remarks: Date:
AOC:
D S P
101
Reaction:
A290
Remarks: Date:
Operator Specific AOC:

D S P
101
Reaction:
A300
Remarks: Date:
101 Operator Specific AOC:

D S P
A310
Reaction:

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Remarks: Date:
Operator Specific AOC:

D S P
101
Reaction:
A320
Remarks: Date:

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EVALUATION SECTION OF THE CHECKLIST

KNOWLEDGE, PERFORMANCE, AND ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
(The candidate must secure signatures for the following sections from the verifier.)
Candidate Verifier
Section
A candidate is required to complete all knowledge items. An P F
overall score of 80% of the total entries on the Knowledge Date:
Knowledge
section of this checklist is required for a verified status.
Verifier:
A candidate is required to complete all performance items P F
with 100% accuracy on the Performance section of this Date:
Performance
checklist for a verified status.
Verifier:
A candidate is required to complete all AOC items with 100% P F
Abnormal
accuracy on the Abnormal Operating Conditions section of Date:
Operating
this checklist for a verified status.
Conditions
Verifier:
I have read the required materials and understand my responsibilities as an operator of this equipment or as
an employee completing this task. I have received training to operate this equipment or perform this task
safely and efficiently, and to the standards set forth by company, industry, state, or federal guidelines.
Employee Signature Date
This Performance Checklist has been reviewed for completeness and correctness and signature of candidate
verified.
______________________________________________________________________________________
Operator Representative Date

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Abnormal Operating Conditions

SS# / Employee Number:

Recommended Training materials and references:

Step Knowledge Verifier’s Signature

Define “Qualified” as outlined in the DOT Operator Qualification Regulations.

Define “Covered Tasks” as outlined in the DOT Operator Qualification Regulations.

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Step Knowledge Verifier’s Signature

State the difference between an “AOC” and an “Abnormal Operation”.

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Step Knowledge Verifier’s Signature

Operator Specific Knowledge:

101 Operator Specific Knowledge:

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Step Knowledge Verifier’s Signature

Operator Specific Knowledge:

Step Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to uncontrolled

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to no natural gas

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to excessive

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to improper

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to damage or

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to nicked pipes

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to component

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to pipe wall too

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to presence of

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to ice or salt

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to blow down,

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to inadequate

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to burn through

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to low cathodic

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to AC voltage on

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to broken DC

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to AC power

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Demonstrate the ability to describe and react to broken or cut

Operator Specific AOC:

101 Operator Specific AOC:

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Step Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Verification Method Verifier’s Signature

Operator Specific AOC:

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EVALUATION SECTION OF THE CHECKLIST

Employee Signature Date

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