195.505—Qualification program.
Each operator shall have and follow a written qualification program. The program shall include provisions to:
(c)
Allow individuals that are not qualified pursuant to this subpart to perform a covered task if directed and observed by an individual that is qualified;
(d)
Evaluate an individual if the operator has reason to believe that the individual's performance of a covered task contributed to an accident as defined in Part 195 ;
(e)
Evaluate an individual if the operator has reason to believe that the individual is no longer qualified to perform a covered task;
(g)
Identify those covered tasks and the intervals at which evaluation of the individual's qualifications is needed;
(h)
After December 16, 2004, provide training, as appropriate, to ensure that individuals performing covered tasks have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the tasks in a manner that ensures the safe operation of pipeline facilities; and
(i)
After December 16, 2004, notify the Administrator or a state agency participating under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 601 if the operator significantly modifies the program after the Administrator or state agency has verified that it complies with this section.
[Amdt. 195-67, 64 FR 46866, Aug. 27, 1999, as amended by Amdt. 195-84, 70 FR 10336, Mar. 3, 2005]