Depth of cover regulations to protect pipelines from agricultural or construction accidents.
The primary B31 codes are supported by supplementary standards that address specific lifecycle phases and threats. asme pipeline standards compendium
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| If your pipeline carries… | Primary standard | |--------------------------|------------------| | Crude oil, refined products, liquid CO₂ | | | Natural gas (transmission or distribution) | B31.8 | | Hydrogen (pure or blend) | B31.12 | | Slurry (mining, minerals) | B31.11 | | Corroded pipe assessment (any liquid/gas) | B31G | | Personnel qualification (safety tasks) | B31Q | asme pipeline standards compendium