The Failure Files: Data Disintegration and Regulatory Resets
09/06/23 • 48 min
In the 24 years after the Olympic Pipeline Explosion of 1999, the industry has advanced in some ways and stayed stagnant in others.
On the first episode of this special season of Pipeline Things: The Failure Files, we begin a new chapter discussing notable pipeline incidents throughout history and breaking down the NTSB failure reports that accompany them.
This story begins at 3:28PM on June 10th, 1999 in Bellingham, Washington near the pristine and lush outdoor space, Whatcom Creek. Olympic’s 16-inch gas pipeline in Bellingham experiences a rupture that dumps 237,000 gallons of gasoline into the creek and ignites. Rhett and Chris walk us through the events that led up to that disaster and remind us that despite this event occurring over twenty years ago, we always have something to learn.
Highlights:
- What series of events led to Olympic Pipeline Explosion of 1999?
- How did biases play a role in the failure? When can you trust past experiences and how can data help prevent bias?
- What strategies do we have today and what lessons can we learn to prevent history from repeating itself?
- What effect did this failure have on regulations that liquid and gas operators contend with today?
- How has data integration improved (if at all) since 1999?
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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
In the 24 years after the Olympic Pipeline Explosion of 1999, the industry has advanced in some ways and stayed stagnant in others.
On the first episode of this special season of Pipeline Things: The Failure Files, we begin a new chapter discussing notable pipeline incidents throughout history and breaking down the NTSB failure reports that accompany them.
This story begins at 3:28PM on June 10th, 1999 in Bellingham, Washington near the pristine and lush outdoor space, Whatcom Creek. Olympic’s 16-inch gas pipeline in Bellingham experiences a rupture that dumps 237,000 gallons of gasoline into the creek and ignites. Rhett and Chris walk us through the events that led up to that disaster and remind us that despite this event occurring over twenty years ago, we always have something to learn.
Highlights:
- What series of events led to Olympic Pipeline Explosion of 1999?
- How did biases play a role in the failure? When can you trust past experiences and how can data help prevent bias?
- What strategies do we have today and what lessons can we learn to prevent history from repeating itself?
- What effect did this failure have on regulations that liquid and gas operators contend with today?
- How has data integration improved (if at all) since 1999?
Connect:
Be sure to subscribe and leave a comment or rating!
Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
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Envirocal and The Pig in the Box with Vik Raghavan
On the newest episode of Pipeline Things Arc 3, Rhett and Chris sit down with Vik Raghavan from Envirocal to discuss their recent innovation, known as The Pig in the Box. They discuss the unique process that Envirocal went through to develop this technology, and it’s the opposite of what you would expect! Beyond the technology, they also discover Vic’s exciting past and his secret skill.
Highlights:
- How can Envirocal run their tools at 75 mph?
- Envirocal’s evolution from gauge plate to caliper tool to the pig in the box that is today
- What is Vic’s secret skill?
- How was Vic able to think outside of the box in order to develop this new technology?
- Combo-tool with IMU, MFL, Caliber, Odometer, and IDOD
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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Lina Adams at [email protected].
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The Failure Files: Chaos on the Kalamazoo
Welcome back to the second episode of this special season of Pipeline Things: The Failure Files, where we dive into notable pipeline incidents throughout history and break down the NTSB failure reports that accompany them.
This story brings us to Marshall, Michigan in July 2010, where a routine shutdown of a 30-inch pipeline system transformed into an 843,000-gallon oil leak into the Kalamazoo River. Rhett and Chris examine the main causes of this environmental disaster, prevention strategies, and how the findings from this report have affected recent gas pipeline regulations.
Highlights:
- Why didn’t the initial signs of a leak raise any red flags?
- How did confirmation bias play a role in the leak? How can you be conscious of your own bias when making decisions?
- What procedures do we have in place today to prevent similar leaks?
- How did the findings and recommendations from this NTSB report affect modern-day gas pipeline regulations?
Connect:
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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
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