SHRIMP Tool
What is SHRIMP?
SHRIMP (“Simple, Handy, Risk-based Integrity Management Plan”) is an online tool that assists operators of natural gas distribution systems to develop a complete, written Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP) plan individualized for their system. While created with small natural gas distribution system operators in mind, it may be used by an operator of any size.
How much does SHRIMP cost?
The SIF designed SHRIMP to be an affordable DIMP tool for natural gas distribution system operators. Proceeds are rolled back into technical support and enhancements to SHRIMP. Pricing is tiered based on system size (i.e., the number of meters or customers that an operator serves).
| Operator size* (# of meters or customers) | Cost/year |
|---|---|
| 1–1,000 | $19/year |
| 1,001–5,000 | $395 |
| 5,001–20,000 | $995 |
| 20,001–35,000 | $1,995 |
| 35,001–50,000 | $2,995 |
| 50,001–75,000 | $3,995 |
| Over 75,000 | $5,000 |
*For master meter and LP piping system operators, size is determined by # of units served
SHRIMP fees are due in full for the year at the time of purchase. Monthly or deferred payment schedules are not accepted.
How Do I Purchase the SHRIMP Tool?
If you have an SIF login, you can subscribe to SHRIMP online. Applicants that have never used SHRIMP before and need to set up their system with the SIF can fill out this online application form or complete this PDF form. If you have any questions regarding whether your system was a past subscriber or need a login to apply for SHRIMP, please email the billing support email address at appsupport@apgasif.org or call 202-930-6720 Monday through Friday between 9 AM – 4 PM ET. Please view our SIF Tool Terms of Use for more information about our pricing and refund policy.
If you are a current SHRIMP subscriber looking to renew for another year, please login and select renew your subscription.
If you manage a group of operators, you could qualify to be a Group Administrator. Group Administrators must either have five (5) separate system accounts in the group or, if less than five (5) accounts, the total annual subscription fees must be at least $1,000. Additionally, a Group Administrator’s systems must all be synced to the same billing date. If you are interested in this setup, please email SIF at appsupport@apgasif.org.
How Do I Access the SHRIMP Tool?
To access the SHRIMP Tool, first go to http://shrimpaccess.rcp.com/. You will need to be a current SHRIMP subscriber, and you will need to enter a valid email address to receive an access code to verify your account. You will also create a password and answer a security question. Please save your credentials to the new SHRIMP Tool platform and proceed to shrimp.rcp.com. Please note that if has been longer than 30 days since your last login, you will need to request access again at shrimpaccess.rcp.com.
If you manage a group of operators, please go here to log in as a Group Administrator in order to access your operators and associated DIMP plans.
How Do I Get Started Using SHRIMP?
Before using SHRIMP, the SIF recommends that you read the SHRIMP User’s Guide. The User’s Guide contains explanations of the tool’s processes, terms, and frequently asked questions.
The SIF also has a series of tutorial videos to help you get started, which are available at www.youtube.com/@apgasif.
- How to Start A New Assessment in SHRIMP 4.0: (2 min 24 seconds)This video will walk users through starting a new assessment. View on YouTube
- Overview of the SHRIMP 4.0 Assessment Process: (7 min 7 seconds) This video will walk users through an in-depth look of the assessment process. View on YouTube
- Threats & Subthreat Interviews Overview: (5 min 48 seconds) This video will explain how a threat or subthreat interview is generated in the SHRIMP 4.0 tool. View on YouTube
- Risk Ranking Overview: (4 min 10 seconds) This video will show users an overview of the risk ranking page in the SHRIMP 4.0 tool. View on YouTube
Additional Resources
To view the Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP) resources from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), including DIMP inspection forms, please click the button below.
Questions? If you have any questions about your SHRIMP Tool subscription, please email the billing support email address at appsupport@apgasif.org or call 202-930-6720 Monday through Friday between 9 AM – 4 PM ET.