PODScast

PHMSA Updates Related to Data and GIS 2022

This comprehensive discussion underscores the critical role of accurate GIS and tabular data management in pipeline safety and regulatory compliance. The collaboration between PHMSA, PODS, and industry stakeholders aims to improve data quality, streamline submission processes, and prepare for upcoming regulatory changes that will expand data collection and segmentation requirements 

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Panelists: Blaine Keener - PHMSA, Leigha Gooding - PHMSA/NPMS, Luke Hutmacher - PODS Technical Coordinator

Moderated by Monique Roberts, PODS

Blaine Keener is the Director of the Operation System Division within the Office of Pipeline Safety at PHMSA. He oversees the National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS) and ensures that tabular data collections are up-to-date with new regulations. Blaine has been instrumental in implementing updates and improvements to regulatory data submissions, focusing on enhancing data quality and compliance.

Leah Gooding serves as the GIS Manager at PHMSA, where she manages the NPMS system. Leah is responsible for integrating GIS data with tabular data to provide a comprehensive view of pipeline information. Her role involves developing GIS applications for inspection, planning, engineering research, and emergency response. Leah's expertise ensures that the NPMS database remains accurate and up-to-date.

Luke Hutmacher is the Technical Coordinator for the PODS Association and the Director of Data Management at Integri-tek. With over 20 years of experience in GIS implementations and pipeline data systems, Luke has extensive knowledge in managing and migrating pipeline data. He has worked with various data models, including PODS, APDM, and ISAT, to support pipeline safety and data integrity.

Monique Roberts has been leading the PODS Association, a non-profit member-driven organization dedicated to providing transparency and standardization in pipeline data management. Notable Achievements: Under Monique's leadership, the PODS Association has continued to evolve, supporting more aspects of the asset life cycle and prescriptive business processes.