The monitoring system of the Kaliningrad underground gas storage

To enhance the energy security of the Kaliningrad region, given its enclaves, launched the first phase of underground gas storage (UGS). The aim of the study is to identify the problems, connected with operation of gas storage and determination of ways of their overcoming. The article in accordance with the "process approach" ISO 9000 is substantiated the necessity of creating the Kaliningrad UGS system of monitoring and control, including objects, parameters, methods, frequency and corrective action, on the basis of which made structural formula monitoring cycle. The basic indicators of the four interrelated processes of exploitation of underground storage facilities, as well as their regulated value. Qualimetrical approach allows you to define a comprehensive performance evaluation of operating efficiency, which will help to make timely and effective management decisions, including from the perspective of environmental protection.