Advanced DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop | May 19-21, 2026

Shreyas Rajashekhara · April 23, 2026

This advanced-level workshop is tailored for participants who have previously completed the DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop and are seeking a deeper dive into complex regulatory and technical subjects. Building on foundational knowledge, the course offers a detailed examination of pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195. Ideal for compliance managers, regulatory specialists, engineers, and experienced operations personnel, this course equips participants with the tools and insights needed to navigate evolving compliance expectations and apply industry best practices to manage regulatory risk effectively.

What you will learn

In this intensive and interactive 3-day in-person workshop, participants will build upon their existing knowledge to explore advanced topics in gas and liquid pipeline regulations, engineering principles, and compliance management. The training focuses on real-world application of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) requirements, enforcement protocols, and audit readiness. To reinforce key concepts, the workshop includes interactive student group exercises and scenario-based activities designed to promote practical problem solving.

Workshop topics include

  • Overview of Pipeline Safety Regulations (Parts 192 & 195)
  • Materials and Component Design
  • Operations and Maintenance Programs
  • Valve Spacing and Rupture Mitigation Rules
  • Pressure Verification and Testing
  • Integrity Management Programs (IMPs)

Download the detailed workshop curriculum.

Training location

PSI Training Headquarters (RCP Inc.)
801 Louisiana St., Ste. 200
Houston, TX 77002

Instructors

  • Mr. Chris McLaren
    Mr. Chris McLaren
  • Mr. Dale Golemon
    Mr. Dale Golemon
Group (3+) Discount Code: Please contact PSI at info@pipelinesafetyinstitute.com.

About Instructor

Shreyas Rajashekhara

RCP Inc.

76 Courses

Not Enrolled
$2,150
Mr. Chris McLaren

Mr. Chris McLaren is a seasoned expert in pipeline integrity management with over 30 years of experience. He has contributed to the development and implementation of Integrity Management Inspection Programs and gained specialized knowledge in pipeline compliance, including regulations related to integrity assessments, risk analysis, and corrosion control. Chris’s expertise spans program audits, integrity assessments, risk analysis, and corrosion control, where he has guided operators in aligning their practices with federal and state regulations. In addition to his technical expertise, Chris is a highly regarded public speaker, known for delivering insightful presentations on pipeline safety and compliance. Earlier in his career, he worked as a consultant to the hazardous liquid and natural gas pipeline industry, offering services as a metallurgical and integrity engineer. He holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Colorado School of Mines.

Mr. Dale Golemon

Executive Consultant III

Mr. Golemon has spent his career building industry experience, developing and implementing comprehensive regulatory compliance programs for DOT pipeline operators. Throughout his decades in the industry, he has managed Compliance Programs of every variety, maintaining each to both federal and state regulations, with a specialized focus on Control Room Management.