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918-225-0315 Exemptions for Process Piping Systems (1) For the purposes of the Oregon Boiler and Pressure Vessel Specialty Code, the requirements of OAR 918-225-0430(2)(d) shall be applied to only Category "M" fluid service process piping systems, as described in ASME B31.3, Appendix "M,” Guide to Classifying Fluid Service. For the purposes of these rules, "process piping systems" consists of welded, brazed, mechanically or chemically assembled piping listed as Category "M" by the owner. Process piping systems begin at the first, flanged, screwed or circumferential joint outside the supply or source to the destination excluding manufactured packaged components. Process piping does not include liquefied petroleum gas piping. (2) For the purposes of these rules, seismic provisions and additional requirements associated with process piping systems classified as Category "M" fluid service and the structure to which these systems are attached, shall be regulated and inspected under the provisions of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code. (3) Businesses and owner-users installing process piping classified as Category "M" fluid service must meet the requirements under OAR 918-225-0640, 918-225-0720, 918-225-0730 and 918-225-0740 as appropriate. Individuals installing Category M fluid service process piping must be licensed under OAR 918-225-0691 on or before July 1, 2003, unless they meet the requirements of these rules under OAR 918-225-0720 or owner-users under 918-225-0740. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545, 480.565, 480.605, 480.607 & 480.647 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545, 480.565, 480.605, 480.607 & 480.647 History: BCD 3-2020, minor correction filed 02/25/2020, effective 02/25/2020 BCD 4-2003, f. & cert. ef. 3-14-03
918-225-0320 Exemptions for Refrigerant or Air Conditioning Pressure Vessels (1) Refrigerant or air conditioning pressure vessels containing three cubic feet, or less, volume of non-corrosive gases are exempt from ORS 480.510 to 480.665 if the pressure vessel is manufactured in accordance with the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, (ASME Section VIII, Division I), and registered with the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors as required by OAR 918-225-0450(1). (2) The installation and operation of these vessels are covered by the Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code or mechanical aspect of the One and Two Family Dwelling Specialty Code. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0080 DC 2-1985, f. & cert. ef. 1-4-85, Renumbered from 814-025-0042 DC 26-1978, f. 9-21-78, cert. ef. 10-1-78
918-225-0330 Exemptions for Unfired Pressure Vessels With an Inside Diameter of Six Inches and Less (1) Vessels with an inside diameter or cross section diagonal not exceeding six inches, equipped with an approved pressure relieving device are exempt from ORS 480.510 to 480.665. (2) No limitations are placed on length of vessel or pressure. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0085 BCA 2-1988, f. & cert. ef. 2-22-88, Renumbered from 814-025-0043 DC 18-1980, f. & cert. ef. 8-22-80
918-225-0340 Exemptions for Pressure Containing Parts of Piping Components The following are exempt from the requirements of ORS 480.510 to 480.665: (1) Pressure containers which are integral parts or components of rotating or reciprocating mechanical devices, including but not limited to pumps, compressors, turbines, generators, engines and hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders where the primary design considerations or stresses are derived from the functional requirements of the device. (2) Pressure containing parts of other components, including but not limited to strainers and devices which do mixing, separating, snubbing, distributing and metering or controlling flow, where the parts are generally recognized as piping components or accessories. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0093 BCA 1-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 1-31-91
918-225-0350 Exemptions for Hot Water Storage Tanks Hot water supply storage tanks heated by steam or any indirect means not exceeding any of the following are exempt from ORS 480.510 to 480.665: (1) A water temperature of 210°F; (2) A nominal water containing capacity of 120 gallons; or (3) A maximum working pressure of 150 pounds per square inch gauge pressure. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560 History: BCD 8-2021, amend filed 08/24/2021, effective 10/01/2021 BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0094 BCA 1-1991, f. 1-18-91, cert. ef. 1-31-91
918-225-0360 Exemptions for Certain Pressure Vessels Pressure vessels for cold water storage, water filter, water softener, or hydro-pneumatic service, and equipped with an ASME-approved pressure/temperature relieving device set at a maximum pressure of 300 psig and a maximum temperature of 210°F., except those pressure vessels connected to an outside air supply, are exempt from the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Law under ORS 480.525(1). Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560 History: BCD 18-1997, f. 12-3-97, cert. ef. 1-1-98 BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0095 BCA 3-1989, f. & cert. ef. 2-8-89, Renumbered from 814-025-0047 BCA 6-1987, f. & cert. ef. 8-24-87 DC 21-1983, f. & cert. ef. 9-29-83 DC 5-1982, f. & cert. ef. 2-3-82
918-225-0365 Exemptions for Certain Miniature Boilers A miniature boiler used commercially is exempt from the requirements of ORS 480.510 to 480.665, provided the boiler: (1) Does not have more than 1.5 cubic feet of steam space; (2) Is operated at not more than 30 pounds per square inch; (3) Has a safety valve set at or below 30 pounds per square inch; and (4) Meets the safety standards adopted by any of the following laboratories as of December 23, 1994: (a) Underwriters Laboratories, Inc; (b) Edison Testing Labs; (c) Italian Instituto Superiore Per La Prevenzione E La Sicurezza Del Lavoro (ISPESL) also known as the “Italian National Standard”; or (d) Technischer Uberwachungsverein (TUV) also known as the “German National Standard.” Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 History: BCD 29-1994, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-94 BCD 15-1994, f. & cert. ef. 6-14-94
918-225-0370 Exemptions for Coil-Type Water Boilers Coil-type water boilers, where the water can flash into steam when released directly to the atmosphere through a manually operated nozzle, are exempt from ORS 480.510 to 480.665 if the following conditions are met: (1) There is no drum, header, or other steam space; (2) No steam is generated within the coil; (3) Tubing outside diameter does not exceed one inch; (4) Pipe size does not exceed NPS 3/4; (5) Nominal water capacity does not exceed six gallons; (6) Water temperature does not exceed 350° F; (7) Adequate safety relief valves and controls are provided. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0096 BCA 30-1991, f. & cert. ef. 9-9-91 BCA 19-1991(Temp), f. 6-14-91, cert. ef. 6-15-91
918-225-0380 Exemptions for Refrigeration Chillers (1) Waterside vessels of refrigeration chillers are exempt under ORS 480.510 to 480.665 if: (a) The design pressure does not exceed 300 pounds per square inch gauge, the temperature does not exceed 210°F., and the system includes an ASME-approved relieving device set at a maximum working pressure of 300 pounds per square inch gauge at 210°F; (b) The refrigerant side is built in accordance with the minimum safety standards and equipped with an ASME-approved relieving device set at or below the maximum working pressure and temperature as specified on the nameplate for the vessel; and (c) All installations of refrigeration chillers comply with ORS 480.630. (2) Systems connected to an outside heat energy source shall not be exempt from ORS 480.510 to 480.665. (3) If any of the limitations in section (1) of this rule are exceeded, the chiller must comply with the minimum safety standards. (4) This exemption does not apply to systems using ammonia as a refrigerant. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0115 BCA 4-1990, f. & cert. ef. 2-6-90 DC 5-1986, f. & cert. ef. 3-7-86, Renumbered from 814-025-0049 DC 20-1985(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-20-85
918-225-0435 Amendments to the Oregon Boiler and Pressure Vessel Specialty Code The Oregon Boiler and Pressure Vessel Specialty Code is amended pursuant to OAR chapter 918, division 8. Amendments adopted for inclusion into the Oregon Boiler and Pressure Vessel Specialty Code are placed in this rule. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 455.020, ORS 480.545 & ORS 480.550 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 & ORS 480.550 History: BCD 8-2021, amend filed 08/24/2021, effective 10/01/2021 BCD 21-2018, amend filed 09/18/2018, effective 10/01/2018 BCD 12-2018, amend filed 06/21/2018, effective 07/01/2018 BCD 1-2015, f. 3-23-15, cert. ef. 4-1-15 BCD 31-2011, f. 12-30-11, cert. ef. 1-1-12 BCD 33-2008, f. 12-31-08, cert. ef. 1-1-09 BCD 6-2007, f. 6-8-07, cert. ef. 6-15-07 BCD 16-2006, f. 12-29-06, cert. ef. 1-1-07
918-225-0445 Other Installation Standards (1) Boilers or pressure vessels not designed or constructed in accordance with the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) may be installed in Oregon if the boiler or pressure vessel was designed or constructed in accordance with the applicable standards issued by one of the following organizations: (a) British Standards Institute; (b) Canadian Standards Association; (c) European Committee for Standardization; or (d) Syndicat National de la Chaudronnerie de la Tuyauterie & de la Maintenance Industrielle (SNCT). (2) Boilers and pressure vessels constructed in accordance with the standards listed in (1)(a) through (d) of this rule must: (a) Have controls and safety devices that are comparable to the controls and safety devices outlined in ASME CSD-1, Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers, including, but not limited to, data plates and warning labels that are written in English; (b) Be fitted with pressure relief valves that are built to ASME standards; and, (c) Be installed, operated, maintained, and repaired in accordance with the provisions of ORS 480.510 to 480.670 and these rules. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545 & 480.560 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 & 480.560 History: BCD 32-2008, f. 12-31-08, cert. ef. 1-1-09
918-225-0450 Manufacturer’s Data Reports (1) For new boilers or pressure vessels built to ASME or Canadian Standards Association standards, a Manufacturer's Data Report shall be filed with the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors before installing any new boiler or pressure vessel subject to installation inspection in Oregon. A copy of the filing is provided to the chief inspector by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors when the boiler is to be installed in Oregon. (2) For new boilers or pressure vessels not built to ASME or Canadian Standards Association standards, that are approved for installation in Oregon through administrative rule or an alternate method ruling, shall require manufacturer’s construction specifications that are comparable to a Manufacturer’s Data Report and that are written in English, to be filed with the division before installation. (3) A Manufacturer's Data Report shall be filed with the chief inspector before installing any new unfired miniature pressure vessel or used boiler or pressure vessel subject to installation inspection in Oregon. (4) This rule does not apply to cast iron boilers. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 History: BCD 31-2008, f. 12-31-08, cert. ef. 1-1-09 BCD 18-1997, f. 12-3-97, cert. ef. 1-1-98 BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0020 DC 32-1984, f. & cert. ef. 10-19-84, Renumbered from 814-025-0008 DC 21-1984, f. & cert. ef. 5-15-84 DC 2-1982, f. & cert. ef. 2-3-82 DC 19, f. 6-21-73, cert. ef. 7-1-73
918-225-0460 Reporting of Accidents and Conditions of Use (1) Any accident, which includes an explosion, fire or major failure of a vessel or a related appurtenance shall be reported to the chief inspector by telephone or FAX, or both, at the Building Codes Division within 24 hours of the occurrence by: (a) Vessel owner, whether legal or equitable; (b) Vessel user, whether agent of the owner or independent thereof; (c) Deputy and special inspectors; or (d) Any person licensed or certified under ORS 480.630. (2) The chief inspector shall cause an immediate inspection of the vessel reported under section (1) of this rule. (3) Neither the vessel, nor its related appurtenances, shall be changed, altered, repaired or moved (except to give emergency aid or assistance to injured persons), before a deputy or special inspector has been notified of the nature, extent and cause of the accident. The deputy or special inspector shall, at that time, make a determination whether repairs may be undertaken and by what method. The vessel owner or user shall keep any damaged parts of the vessel available, until the inspection required by section (2) of this rule has been made. (4) Reports made under section (1) of this rule shall not relieve any person from the requirements of an inspection as provided by section (2) of this rule. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0160 DC 3-1981, f. & cert. ef. 1-23-81, Renumbered from 814-025-0071 DC 17-1972, f. 7-31-72, cert. ef. 8-15-72;
918-225-0465 Boiler Room Usage (1) Every boiler room shall be maintained for exclusive use of boilers and associated systems, equipment and machinery. Storage of non-boiler-related machinery, equipment or materials in a boiler room is prohibited. Flammable liquid or gas containers shall not be placed or stored in a boiler room. (2) Boiler water treatment chemicals, boiler maintenance or repair tools and equipment and boiler record-keeping materials are exempted from section (1) of this rule. (3) Boiler rooms shall be maintained in an orderly manner. Lighting shall be provided and maintained in accordance with the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code adopted in OAR 918-305-0100. Trash receptacles containing combustible materials shall be of the self-closing type. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 History: BCD 21-2018, amend filed 09/18/2018, effective 10/01/2018 BCD 36-2000, f. 12-29-00, cert. ef. 1-1-01 BCD 26-1998, f. 12-30-98, cert. ef. 1-1-99
918-225-0470 Boiler Operation The owner-user of a boiler, designed for operation at or above 15 psi steam; or 160 psi or 250 F. water shall insure that all boiler control and safety devices are thoroughly inspected and tested at regular intervals consistent with the provisions of OAR 918-225-0560 and 918-225-0570. A daily record of boiler operation, tests, inspections, maintenance and feed water treatment shall be maintained in or near the boiler room and shall be available for examination by any deputy or special inspector. The record shall include the name and signature of the person assigned responsibility for boiler operations. (1) A person suitably trained in boiler operation and control must be assigned responsibility for the boiler and shall be in close proximity of the boiler whenever it is in operation. While in operation, the boiler may not be left unattended for any period longer than the response time described in section (3) of this rule. (2) Each boiler must be equipped with an alarm which operates at the lowest permissible water level or highest permissible operating temperature. The alarm must be audible to the person responsible for operation of the boiler at any time the boiler is in operation. The person must be able to respond to a boiler fault within the response time described in section (3) of this rule. At least one low water control device designed to shut down the boiler when activated, must require manual resetting before the boiler may be restarted. (3) Response time for a boiler subject to this rule shall be the time required to lower the water level from the normal operating level to the minimum allowable level when the boiler is firing at the maximum rate and the feed water is shut off; or to raise the operating pressure or temperature of a water boiler to the maximum allowable rating. (4) Boilers using solid fuel not in suspension shall have fuel and water control devices approved by the chief inspector, and in case of feed water failure shall be equipped with a means to effectively reduce or eliminate fuel heat input to the boiler. (5) Miniature boilers built to ASME Section I, part PMB are exempt from this rule. Boilers of historical design, operated for hobby use only, are exempt from section (2) of this rule. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 History: BCD 36-2000, f. 12-29-00, cert. ef. 1-1-01 BCD 18-1997, f. 12-3-97, cert. ef. 1-1-98 BCD 13-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-15-95 BCD 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 3-15-95 BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0190 DC 24-1982, f. & cert. ef. 11-16-82, Renumbered from 814-025-0085 DC 17-1972, f. 7-31-72, cert. ef. 8-15-72
918-225-0510 Installation of Buried Vessels Under no circumstances shall any pressure vessel subject to the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Laws and these rules be buried underground or located in an inaccessible place. Where necessary to install a vessel underground, it shall be enclosed in a concrete or masonry pit with removable cover so that inspection of entire shell and heads of the vessel can be made. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.545 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0105 DC 10-1983, f. & cert. ef. 4-28-83, Renumbered from 814-025-0046 DC 92-1977, f. & cert. ef. 7-19-77
918-225-0540 Scope of Special Inspector’s Authority (1) General inspection requirements are in ORS 480.560. (2) The type of inspections a special inspector can do is set out in ORS 480.570. (3) The special inspector’s enforcement powers are in ORS 480.660. (4) Appeals from special inspector actions are under ORS 480.660(4). Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.560, 480.570 & 480.660 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.560, 480.570 & 480.660 History: BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94
918-225-0560 Responsibility of Inspectors (1) All deputy and special inspectors shall perform boiler, pressure vessel and pressure piping inspections in accordance with the Oregon Boiler and Pressure Vessel Specialty Code adopted in OAR 918-225-0430 and the following requirements of the division: (a) For new boilers, the inspector shall verify that the controls and safety devices required by ASME CSD-1 or other construction codes are installed and function as designed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions; (b) External boiler inspections shall be performed with the boiler in normal operation. The inspector shall examine all controls, safety devices, water columns and gauge glasses for evidence of tampering and shall verify that all testing has been performed to ensure proper functioning; (c) Internal boiler inspections shall be performed in a thorough and complete manner. Manways and other inspection openings necessary to perform a particular inspection shall be removed for access to the boiler internals. Water columns, feed water controllers and feed piping shall be inspected internally. The inspector shall visually examine pressure boundary retaining devices, boiler refractory, hangers, clips, boiler tubes and headers and drum internals for damage, corrosion, overheating, welded repairs, feedwater treatment or any detrimental conditions; (d) The inspector shall explain to the owner or user that any boiler, pressure vessel or pressure piping deficiency requires correction under the Oregon Boiler and Pressure Vessel Specialty Code. The inspector shall require conditions not hazardous to health or safety to be corrected within 30 days. The inspector shall require conditions hazardous to health or safety to be corrected prior to operating the equipment. The owner or user of the equipment may apply to the chief inspector for extension of the 30-day correction requirement; and (e) All inspectors witnessing installation, repair or alteration of boilers, pressure vessels or pressure piping shall verify that the contractor and workers performing the work are appropriately licensed and hold valid permits as required by ORS 480.630. (2) Failure to comply with subsections (1)(a) through (e) of this rule, or failure of an owner or user to perform a required deficiency correction may cause additional inspections to be performed per ORS 480.570 as directed by the chief inspector. (3) The responsibilities of process piping inspectors are located in OAR 918-225-0562. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 455.030 & 480.545 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.545, 480.555, 480.560, 480.565 & 480.570 History: BCD 21-2018, amend filed 09/18/2018, effective 10/01/2018 BCD 20-2005, f. 9-15-05, cert. ef. 10-1-05 BCD 17-2005(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 7-12-05 thru 9-30-05 BCD 4-2003, f. & cert. ef. 3-14-03 BCD 26-1998, f. 12-30-98, cert. ef. 1-1-99 BCA 36-1993, f. 12-30-93, cert. ef. 1-1-94, Renumbered from 918-225-0045 DC 37-1984, f. & cert. ef. 12-4-84, Renumbered from 814-025-0020 DC 17-1972, f. 7-31-72, cert. ef. 8-15-72
918-225-0562 Process Piping Inspector Responsibilities (1) The process piping inspector shall: (a) Inspect the Category "M" fluid service process piping to the extent necessary to be satisfied that it conforms to all applicable examination requirements of ASME B31.3; (b) Verify that all required examinations and testing have been completed; and (c) Complete and sign division-supplied forms and provide them to the authority having jurisdiction, the division and the registered owner a summary report of the inspections on at least a quarterly basis including information showing who did the inspections. (2) A certified process piping inspector may delegate inspection responsibility only to other persons when the process piping inspector has: (a) Provided the name or list of names of the delegees to the authority having jurisdiction and the division; and (b) Determined the person to whom an inspection function is delegated is qualified to perform that function. (3) The division may review inspection and installation activities as necessary to determine compliance and may assess an hourly review fee as appropriate. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 480.565 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 480.565 History: BCD 6-2003, f. 3-14-03, cert. ef. 7-1-03