What procedures does Enbridge have in place to prevent pipeline leaks?
The safety and reliability of our pipeline system is our highest priority. Regardless of age, our pipelines are safe. Enbridge uses the most advanced leak detection and prevention technologies currently available, which are strict and proven construction practices and our ongoing commitment to regular and proactive pipeline monitoring and maintenance. On very rare occasions, pipelines do leak. Enbridge has a very strong, reliable and respected process in place to respond to a leak so that it is immediately stopped. Our people travel to the leak to inspect the damage and work with the landowner. We take responsibility for all reclamation and remediation necessary to restore any damaged land to its pre-leak condition, and to do our utmost to ensure the repairs are completed quickly and with minimal disruption and interference to the landowner. As well, like any other individual or corporate citizen in Canada, Enbridge must abide by the very stringent environmental laws in place.
