ASME STP-PT-046-2011
REVIEW OF SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS FOR NATURAL GAS PIPELINE BLOCK VALVE SPACING

Standard No.

ASME STP-PT-046-2011

Release Date

2011

Published By

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

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ASME STP-PT-046-2011

Scope

This report examines prior studies that have been conducted to define the relationship of block valves on gas transmission pipelines to public safety, assesses the relationship of valve spacing and valve operator type on public safety and evaluates if valve spacing/valve operator type, or valve location can improve public safety.

ASME STP-PT-046-2011 history

• 2011 ASME STP-PT-046-2011 REVIEW OF SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS FOR NATURAL GAS PIPELINE BLOCK VALVE SPACING