In 2015, the pipeline industry completed the development of a framework for Pipeline Safety Management Systems (Pipeline SMS) designed specifically for pipeline operators. This American Petroleum Institute Recommended Practice 1173 was developed by pipeline operators, for pipeline operators.

The American Petroleum Institute has made API RP 1173 available for review only here. Hard copies and printable versions are available at the API Standards Store. If you are a member of the general public and wish to receive a PDF copy of API RP 1173, please send your request to [email protected]. In your request, please include your name, work email address, employer, and intended use.

Below are API Recommended Practices for your consideration in your Pipeline SMS. All API Recommended Practices are available through the API Standards Store.

API Recommended Practice (RP) 1185, Pipeline Public Engagement, First Edition.

API Recommended Practice (RP) 1162, Public Awareness Programs for Pipeline Operators, Third Edition.

If other API Recommended Practices should be added, please contact Sam Minifie, API Senior Policy Advisor.