Climate Change, Vandalism and Cyberattack

Pipeline IntegrityThe capability of a pipeline to perform its intended function safely and reliably throughout its life. It includes a range of factors, including the structural … Management Systems (PIMS) are now in common practice, driven by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) requirements in the U. S. RiskA measure of loss in terms of both the incident likelihood of occurrence and the magnitude of the consequences. varies over time and so too the effectiveness of the prevention and mitigationAppropriate action based on an assessment of risk factors to reduce the overall level of pipeline integrity risk by reducing the amount of risk from a probabili… measures. Risk AssessmentThe process of identifying, analyzing, and evaluating potential risks or hazards in order to determine their likelihood, potential impact, and to develop strate…, an integral part of PIMS, must evolve to address new threats prompted by events such as extreme weather, complexities of cyber-physical networks, and changes in behavioral patterns, and malevolent intent to disrupt the operation of critical infrastructure. This white paper discusses the threats associated to Climate Change, Vandalism and Cyberattack, from the perspective of existing risk models.