Researching 49 CFR 192.917: threat identification.
Editorial research guide. An edit date is not a legal-currentness check.
Organize the source material, pipeline context and open questions for research into threat identification under 49 CFR 192.917.
Frame the research.
State which segment, threat question and decision the research concerns.
Keep evidence and assumptions separate.
Record the data you have, the limitations you know and the source passages you are using. Label assumptions for review.
Examine related provisions.
Follow relevant references and check whether they change the scope of your question.
Check the source and date
Use the cited government regulation or case document to establish what it says. Check the relevant date, scope and later amendments before applying it. Related interpretation letters, guidance, summaries and case allegations have different roles; they do not all state a binding requirement.
Continue your research
Record your question, the source passages you reviewed and anything still uncertain. KONDWIT can help organize that research; your team remains responsible for reviewing the conclusion.
Matthew Brown
PELicensed Professional Engineer
Pipeline integrity engineer with 15+ years of experience in integrity management program development, regulatory compliance, threat assessment, and audit preparation. Supporting operators across transmission, distribution, and hazardous liquid systems.
This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute engineering services, legal advice, or a professional engineering opinion. Operators should consult qualified professionals for system-specific compliance decisions.
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