Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 815 - Division of Public Utilities and Carriers
Chapter 20 - Natural Gas and Jurisdictional Propane
Subchapter 00 - N/A
Part 1 - Standards for Gas Utilities, Master Meter Systems and Jurisdictional Propane Systems (815-RICR-20-00-1)
Section 815-RICR-20-00-1.8 - Records and Reports

Universal Citation: 815 RI Code of Rules 20 00 1.8

Current through September 18, 2024

A. Physical Plant Records

Each LDC shall keep sufficient records of the operation of its physical plant to show the characteristics and performance of each unit.

B. Gas Supply Measurement

Each LDC shall utilize a suitable measuring device, or otherwise determine production, at each source of supply in order that a record may be maintained of the quantity of gas produced at each source. Unless the transmission company supplying the gas furnishes sufficient information, each LDC purchasing gas shall maintain adequate instruments and meters to obtain complete information as to such purchases.

C. System Maps

Each LDC shall have on file, located within the State, a suitable map, maps, drawings or electronic data, showing the following:

1. The size, character and location of all mains, including valves.

2. The size and location of each service connection, where practicable. In lieu of showing service locations on maps, a card record or other suitable means may be used.

3. The layout of all principal metering and regulator stations, production plants to show size, location and character of all major equipment pipelines, connections, valves and other equipment used.

D. Preservation of Records

The LDC shall preserve all records required by these Rules for a period of two (2) years unless otherwise designated herein. Such records shall be kept within the State of Rhode Island at the office or offices of the LDC and shall be available for examination by the Division.

E. Reports to Division

The LDC shall furnish to the Division, at such times and in such form as the Division may require, the results of any required tests and summaries of any required records. The LDC shall also furnish the Division with any information concerning the LDC's facilities or operations which the Division may request and need for determining rates or judging the practices of the LDC.

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