scope:

This Recommended Practice covers the hydrostatic testing of new and existing petroleum pipelines and the dynamic testing of existing pipelines. It recommends minimum procedures to be followed, equipment to be used, and conditions to be considered during the hydrostatic and dynamic testing of pipelines.

Nothing in this Recommended Practice should be considered as a fixed rule for application without regard to sound engineering judgment. Certain governmental requirements may differ from the criteria set forth in this Recommended Practice, and its issuance is not intended to supersede or override such requirements.