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What are the HSE looking for with respect to Pressure Systems /
Piped systems?

With respect to PSSR, investigation shows that the important points HSE Inspectors are looking for under the regulations are:

• The basis on which the safe operating limits of the system have been established (Reg 7)
• Possession of an appropriate Written Scheme of Examination
  (Reg 8)
• Proper and timely inspection and maintenance (Reg 12)
  

The Regulations confer certain powers on the HSE Inspector, they can:

• Give advice during a site visit and insist on improvement(s) when appropriate
• Issue a Legal Notice on the owner/user of a pressure system / piped system, giving either:
  • 21 days notice to carry out corrective action or
  • a Prohibition Notice which stops work immediately - in other words, they can close premises down under these regulations
• Carry out a Prosecution
  

A successful prosecution by the HSE through Magistrates Court carries a maximum fine of £20,000.

A successful prosecution by the HSE through Crown Court provides for an unlimited fine and / or imprisonment for the responsible people (usually the MD or General Manager).

 

 

 

 

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