49 C.F.R. § 192.273 General.
Title 49 - Transportation
(a) The pipeline must be designed and installed so that each joint will sustain the longitudinal pullout or thrust forces caused by contraction or expansion of the piping or by anticipated external or internal loading. (b) Each joint must be made in accordance with written procedures that have been proven by test or experience to produce strong gastight joints. (c) Each joint must be inspected to insure compliance with this subpart.
Title 49: Transportation
PART 192—TRANSPORTATION OF NATURAL AND OTHER GAS BY PIPELINE: MINIMUM FEDERAL SAFETY STANDARDS
Subpart F—Joining of Materials Other Than by Welding
§ 192.273 General.