The exact location of a buried pipeline can only be verified by an authorized PNG field representative. Depth or location may vary within the boundaries of the right of way. The Pipeline Act regulations require that written permission be obtained from our company prior to any construction or excavation within 30 metres of a pipeline. Once written permission has been obtained, the authorized pipeline company field representative will locate and mark the pipeline.

Did You Know?

Our company will help you to obtain written permission for any construction or excavation activity across or near our pipeline.
Our company will provide guidelines for excavation with mechanical equipment or blasting near our pipelines.
Our company will provide an authorized pipeline company field representative during construction or excavation activity occurring close to a pipeline.
Unauthorized construction or excavation activity over or near a pipeline is illegal.
Three (3) workings days notice must be provided to our company prior to conducting any maintenance or excavation to a facility within the right of way. A facility may be; a ditch, drain tile, pavement, fence etc. If you are in doubt of what a facility is please give us a call.

Remember!
Call before you dig.

Your safety requires Good planning and Good Communication with PNG.

1. Obtain written permission from PNG.

2. Allow ten working days for initial response from PNG.

3. Once you have received permission, notify our company three working days before beginning the excavation stage of your project.

4. Follow the instructions of an authorized PNG representative.

5. Mechanical excavation is prohibited within three metres of a pipeline, unless the pipeline has been exposed at the point of crossing.

6. Notify our company one working day before backfilling over the pipe. This will allow the pipe to be examined for damage which may have occurred during excavation.

Together, we can provide for the safe operation of pipelines