OQ Training and Assessment Center

1. History of the OQ Rule Operator Qualification In 1999, the Operator Qualification (OQ) final rule was issued, enhancing training requirements for pipeline operators. The rule, which was adopted into the Code of Federal Regulations under Subpart N in 49 CFR Part 192 and Subpart G in 49 CFR Part 195, requires pipeline operators to document that certain employees have been adequately trained to recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions that may occur while performing specific tasks. The Inspector Training and Qualifications Division (TQ) makes available technical reference materials related to OQ to supplement the training materials. Natural gas and hazardous liquid operators may access these technical materials to better understand and comply with OQ training and record keeping requirements. Please note that TQ only provides formal training to federal and state inspectors; all other information is supplemental.

2. DAMAGE PREVENTION COUNCIL OF TEXAS Who We Are We are a collective of industry leaders and stakeholders including contractors, utility operators, pipeline operators, municipalities, utility locators, excavators, engineers and other industry focused volunteers. Purpose To facilitate communication, cooperation and coordination among all industry stakeholders in the prevention of underground utility damages. To heighten stakeholder awareness to the requirements of Texas Utilities Code, Title 5, Chapter 251– Underground Facility Damage Prevention & Safety Act To heighten stakeholder awareness to the requirements of Railroad Commission of Texas – Title 16, Chapter 18 – Underground Pipeline Damage Prevention regulations. To promote safe digging best practices; To sponsor, promote and participate in education and training programs related to the prevention of damage to facilities in an effort to increase public safety and environmental protection by including the four steps to safe digging:

3. Master Evaluators Operator Qualification PHMSA OQ - 49 CFR 192 and 195  Training and Assessment Center OQ training and assessment - We can perform operator qualification via Mobile Lab, in the field or at our ATAC (Training and Assessment Center) Midland Training Center 8409 W. Interstate 20, Suite #8 MIdland, TX 79707 Corpus Christi Training Center 400 SPID, Suite 103B Corpus Christi, TX 78405

4. Operator Qualification ITS Operator Qualification Operator Qualification is vital for the safety of your employees and communities, and we know the process can get complicated. We’re here to help lift the burden. Operator Qualifications ( O Q ) made quick and easy Operator Qualification done in the field, at your job site or at our OQ training center.  We can deliver.

5. Contact Us Better yet, see us in person! We love our clients, so feel free to visit during normal business hours. Authorized Training and Assessment Center 8409 West Interstate 20, Midland, Texas 79706, United States Call for Directions (432) 528-4237(432) 231-2207 Always Available Monday - Sunday: 6am - 9pm Saturday: Training and Assessments  Sunday: Training and Assessments