Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Operator Qualifications (OQ) for DOT Oil/Gas Pipelines

Why Should You Take This Operator Qualifications (OQ) for DOT Oil/Gas Pipelines course?

This Operator Qualifications (OQ) for DOT Oil/Gas Pipelines course covers the requirements set by Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). There are in total about 600 different covered tasks that may be required due to the type of work that is to be performed and the OQ verifying company the operator requires.

To assure safety in the transport of hazardous gases and liquids in the nation's pipelines, pipeline operators who perform covered tasks must be qualified. Qualified means that an individual has been evaluated and can perform assigned covered tasks and recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions.

What is a Covered Task?
Covered tasks are defined in an operator’s written plan which defines specific job functions or activities personnel are qualified to perform on a pipeline facility. In order for an activity to be considered a covered task, the following must apply:

• The activity is to be performed on a pipeline facility;
• The activity is a maintenance or operations task;
• The activity is required by either DOT 49 CFR 192 or 195;
• The activity will affect the pipeline’s operation or integrity

The OQ Rule:  DOT requires pipeline operators to develop and maintain a qualification program to address the following nine protocols:

• Document program plan, implementing procedures and qualification criteria
• Identify covered tasks and related evaluation methods
• Identify individuals performing covered tasks
• Evaluate and qualify individuals performing covered tasks
• Continued/periodic evaluation of individuals performing covered tasks
• Monitor program performance; seek improvement opportunities
• Maintain program records
• Manage change
• Field verification

Intended Audience:  This class is meant for Oil/Gas pipeline contractors and operators. This course is mandatory for individuals to work on DOT regulated pipelines.

Compliance Codes Met:  49 CFR Part 192, Subpart N; and 49 CFR Part 195, Subpart G

Topics To Be Covered Include:

• NCCER - National Center for Construction Education and Research
• Veriforce
• MEA
• Energy World Net