The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations

The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 came into force on 21st February 2000. Users and owners of pressure systems are required to demonstrate that they know the safe operating limits, principally pressure and temperature; of their pressure systems and that the systems are safe under those conditions. They need to ensure that a suitable written scheme of examination is in place before the system is operated. They also need to ensure that the pressure system is actually examined in accordance with the written scheme of examination.

What is a written scheme of examination?

A written scheme of examination is a document containing information about selected items of plant or equipment which form a pressure system, operate under pressure and contain a ‘relevant fluid’. The term relevant fluid is defined in the Regulations and covers compressed or liquefied gas, including air, at a pressure greater than 0.5 bar (approximately 7 psi) above atmospheric pressure; pressurised hot water above 110°C; and steam at any pressure. Typical contents of a written scheme of examination include:

• Identification of the items of plant or equipment within the system;
• Those parts of the system which are to be examined;
• The nature of the examination required, including the inspection and testing to carried out on any protective devices;
• The preparatory work needed for the item to be examined safely;
• Where appropriate, the nature of any examination needed before the system is first used;
• The maximum interval between examinations;
• The critical parts of the system which, if modified or repaired, should be examined by a competent person before the system is used again;
• The name of the competent person certifying the written scheme of examination;
• The date of certification

Wearside Pneumatics can carry out a full examination of your site and produce a full written scheme of works on your behalf. We are able to advise you on the most current legislation and what parts of your current or planned system will fall under any legislation.

We are also able to carry out any certification you may require and accordance with specific legislation.

For more details on Pressure Systems Safety Regulations click here

Pressure Vessel Testing

Pressure Vessel Testing is possibly the most common element to fall under the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations act, regular checks are needed to check both the safety and general state the pressure equipment.

In accordance the specific requirements regarding the pressure, application and type of vessel, we will carry out a full examination of your equipment and where appropriate certify your equipment.

This service will be carried out by a fully trained engineer authorised to certify pressure equipment.

If you have any queries regarding pressure legislation please do not hesitate to contact us we will be happy to help.