Each service line that is not placed in service upon completion of installation must comply with one of the following until the customer is supplied with gas:
- (a) The valve that is closed to prevent the flow of gas to the customer must be provided with a locking device or other means designed to prevent the opening of the valve by persons other than those authorized by the operator.
- (b) A mechanical device or fitting that will prevent the flow of gas must be installed in the service line or in the meter assembly.
- (c) The customer's piping must be physically disconnected from the gas supply and the open pipe ends sealed.
[Amdt. 192-8, 37 FR 20694, Oct. 3, 1972]