DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshop | April 14-16, 2026

Shreyas Rajashekhara · December 21, 2025

This workshop is ideal for professionals new to pipeline regulations, those seeking a refresher, and individuals needing a deeper understanding of recent changes and developments in pipeline regulations. Whether you’re in operations, engineering, regulatory oversight, or simply want to learn more about pipeline safety regulations, this course covers essential aspects of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regulations.

What you will learn

In this comprehensive 3-day in-person workshop, participants will gain a foundational understanding of gas and liquid pipeline operations, engineering fundamentals, and the critical compliance requirements necessary for ensuring pipeline safety. The course is designed to equip participants with a solid understanding of how the regulatory landscape functions, focusing on the DOT pipeline regulations, PHMSA jurisdiction, and enforcement processes.

Workshop topics include

  • Overview of DOT/PHMSA Compliance Requirements (49 CFR 191, 192, 194, 195 and 199)
  • Roles of State and Federal Agencies in Pipeline Safety
  • PHMSA Jurisdiction, Inspections, and Enforcement Processes
  • Engineering Concepts such as Stress-Strain Relationships and %SMYS (Specified Minimum Yield Strength)
  • Design and Construction Requirements
  • Corrosion Control Principles and Requirements
  • Operations and Maintenance Requirements
  • Emergency Response and Damage Prevention Programs
  • Operator Qualification, Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs
  • Public Awareness and Safety Communication Programs
  • Integrity Management (Gas and Liquid) Programs
  • Control Room Management Programs

Agenda

Our instructors will progress through the curriculum at a pace that aligns with the class’s needs. Breakfast will be available starting at 7:30 AM, and the class will begin at 8 AM. Lunch will be served around 11:30 AM, with coffee and snack breaks provided throughout the day. Each day’s session will conclude around 5 PM.

Training location

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

Instructors

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

Course Content

About Instructor

Shreyas Rajashekhara

RCP Inc.

76 Courses

+20 enrolled
Not Enrolled
$2,150

Course Includes

  • 1 Presentation
  • Course Certificate
Mr. Erich Trombley

Mr. Trombley has over three decades of experience in the natural gas industry.  An engineering professional with extensive experience in pipeline safety regulatory compliance (Title 49 CFR Parts 190, 191, 192, 193 & 196), Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse prevention plans (Title 49 CFR Parts 199 & 40), distribution integrity management, O&M of distribution and transmission pipelines, LNG facilities, and failure investigation.  He serves on the Board of Directors of the Western Regional Gas Association and is a voting member of the ANSI GPTC Z380 Gas Piping Technology Committee. Mr. Trombley holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from California Polytechnic University, Pomona, and is a licensed Professional Engineering in the State of California in Mechanical Engineering.

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.