Section 3.52.475. Maintenance and testing standards.

	(a)  A utility shall adopt and pursue a maintenance program of periodic tests, inspections, and field maintenance to achieve efficient operation of its system so as to permit safe, adequate, and reliable service at all times. Each utility shall maintain reasonable records indicating compliance with this subsection.  
	(b)  A utility with generating facilities shall maintain for each generating station a station log that must include the following information:  
		(1) the daily hours of operation of each machine;  
		(2) a record of any period during which a generating unit is unavailable for service and the reason why; and  
		(3) the dates when repair or maintenance work for a machine was performed and an explanation of the nature of the work.  
	(c)  A utility shall maintain or have access to the necessary facilities, instruments, and equipment for testing its metering and recording equipment and shall adopt prudent utility practices for periodic testing and maintenance, with due regard to equipment manufacturers' recommendations and applicable safety codes, to ensure the integrity of its operation.  

Authorities

42.05.141;42.05.151;42.05.291;42.05.331;42.05.341

Notes

Reference

3 AAC 52.465

Authority

AS 42.05.141 AS 42.05.151 AS 42.05.291 AS 42.05.331 AS 42.05.341

History

Eff. 1/1/87, Register 100