Guidance on the Safe Operation of Steam Boilers (Ref: BG01)
Foreword This document, Guidance on the Safe Operation of Steam Boilers (BG01) has been developed and written by the Combustion Engineering Association (CEA) and the Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed) in consultation with other stakeholders within the boiler industry to help designers, managers and operators of new and existing boiler systems make health and safety and environmental improvements in the industry. This revision (Edition 2) incorporates up-to-date information and best practices relating to the operation of steam boiler plant; hot water boilers will now be covered in a separate document. This publication should not be regarded as an authoritative interpretation of the law, nor a mandatory legal requirement. However, if the guidance provided is followed, it will normally be regarded as sufficient to comply with the relevant health and safety duties. Cover image courtesy of Vital Energi. Acknowledgements SAFed and CEA acknowledge the support of the Health and Safety Executive in producing the original guidance, this second edition recognises changes in legislation and guidance since the first edition and incorporates comments and suggestions from users arising from widespread use of this guidance document in industry. The Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed) is a trade association which represents the independent engineering inspection and certification industry in the UK; their primary aim is to promote safety and reduce accidents in the workplace. SAFed supports corporate social responsibility through compliance with the law and adopting best industry practice. The Combustion Engineering Association (CEA) is an educational charity which promotes the science of combustion engineering in the commercial and industrial sector. The CEA is concerned with industry good practice and the safe and efficient operation of combustion related plant and equipment. © 2019 The Safety Assessment Federation and the Combustion Engineering Association In this document the following words convey specific meaning: Should: Compliance with this clause is not essential where supported by risk assessment and/or design calculation. Shall: Compliance with this clause is required in order to claim compliance with this document. Must: Compliance with this clause is a legal requirement within the United Kingdom. Unless otherwise stated, all pressures refer to gauge pressure.
BG01 Guidance on the safe Operation of Steam Boilers Edition 2 – © 2019
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