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Operator Qualification

Welcome to the BP US Pipelines & Logistics Operator Qualification (OQ) page for contractors. Here you will find everything you need to know about our OQ Program. BP has been involved and is committed to the ASME B31Q Standard. Through 2008, BP will be adjusting our program to align with this standard. BP uses ISNetworld to track covered tasks performed by contractors on our Jobsites.

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) requires pipeline operators to develop a written qualification program to evaluate the ability of employees and contractors to perform “covered tasks” and to recognize and respond to abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing these activities.

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Helpful Links & Documents

BP's Covered Task List		OQ Communications "Letters to Contractors":
OQ Plan Excerpts		Span of Control Changes
OQ Project/Field Audit Form		Acceptance of all OQSG Covered Tasks
Frequently Asked (OQ) Questions		Contractor Safety Forum - Houston, TX - August, 2007
CFR Part 192 Subpart N "Qualification of Pipeline Personnel"		US DOT Operator Qualifcation Home Page
CFR Part 195 Subpart G "Qualification of Pipeline Personnel"		Archived Documents