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(1) The utility shall maintain a periodic pipeline patrol programme to observe

(a)surface conditions on and adjacent to the pipeline right-of-way;

(b) indications of leaks;

(c) construction activity other than that performed by the utility; and

(d) Other factors that affect the safety and operation of the pipeline.

(2) The weather, terrain, size of pipeline, operating pressure, and other into account in determining the frequency of patrol.

(3) Pipeline patrols shall be at a minimum of four times in each year with not more than four months between two consecutive patrols.