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32 ME Rev Stat § 15108-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15108-A. Boiler and pressure vessel inspectors (REPEALED)

 §15108-A. Boiler and pressure vessel inspectors (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1999, c. 386, §W11 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 323, §35 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. B, §21 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §16 (RP).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15108-B (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15108-B. Investigations of complaints; revocation of license, registration or certificate (REPEALED)

 §15108-B. Investigations of complaints; revocation of license, registration or certificate (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1999, c. 386, §W11 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 573, §A3 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §5 (RP).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15108-C (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15108-C. Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action

 §15108-C. Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action In addition to the grounds enumerated in Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5-A, paragraph A, the director may deny a license, refuse to renew a license or impose the disciplinary sanctions authorized by Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5-A for:   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §17 (AMD).]1.  Operating under the influence.  Operating or being in charge of a plant while under the influence of intoxicating beverages or narcotic drugs;   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §6 (NEW).] 2.  Physical or mental incapacity.  Suffering from physical or mental incapacity that would jeopardize physical property or lives in the exercise of the license; or   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §6 (NEW).] 3.  Operating without authority.  Operating or having charge of a plant over which the licensee or applicant lacked authority.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §6 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §6 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §17 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15110 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15110. Welding on boilers and pressure vessels; certificates for welders

 §15110. Welding on boilers and pressure vessels; certificates for welders A welder may not make welded repairs to any boiler or pressure vessel covered by this chapter, without first receiving authorization from the chief inspector or the authorized inspector employed by the insurance company responsible for the inspection of the boiler or pressure vessel. The authorization may be in the form of a general agreement between the chief inspector or the appropriate authorized inspector and the owner or the owner's representative.   [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §14 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §17 (AFF).]The director may conduct a welding test facility review. The welding test facility shall pay the required fee for the review.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §25 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W21 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 323, §§40,41 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §25 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15111 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15111. Operation of condemned vessels

 §15111. Operation of condemned vessels A boiler or pressure vessel that has been condemned for further use in this or any other state by an authorized inspector employed by an insurance company or by an inspector authorized to inspect boilers by a state or the Federal Government may not be installed or operated in this State.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §26 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W22 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §26 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15112 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15112. Condemned vessels stamped

 §15112. Condemned vessels stamped A boiler or pressure vessel condemned in this State must be stamped "XXX Me.," and the chief inspector must immediately be notified of the condemnation.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §27 (AMD).]The stamp "XXX Me." placed on condemned boilers must be made across the registration mark or number of the boiler, or if the boiler has no registration mark or number, a stamp must be placed in the location of this mark as determined by the rules of the code.   [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §14 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §17 (AFF).]The stamping must be done with individual letters, driven into the plate so far as to thoroughly cancel any previous registration and must be made with letters at least 3/8 of an inch high.   [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §14 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §17 (AFF).]The laws and regulations of the code must be used in all mathematical computations necessary to determine the safety of a boiler.   [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §14 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §17 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §27 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15113 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15113. Registration; stamping

 §15113. Registration; stamping A boiler, except one exempt under section 15102, may not be operated in this State unless the boiler is registered in the office of the director upon blanks to be furnished by the director upon request. The completed blanks must contain information regarding maker's name, type of construction, date of construction, age, location and when last inspected and other information as may be required.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §28 (AMD).]A pressure vessel, except those exempt under section 15102, may not be installed and operated in this State after June 30, 1974, unless it is constructed, inspected and stamped in conformity with Section VIII of the code and is registered with and approved by the director.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §28 (AMD).]The director may conduct shop inspections. The shop shall pay the required fee for the inspection.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §28 (AMD).]A pressure vessel that does not bear the code stamping may be registered with and approved by the director, if the person desiring to install the vessel makes application to the director and files a copy of the manufacturer's data report or a copy of the construction details together with material specifications for review and approval prior to installation.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §28 (AMD).]After a boiler or pressure vessel has been registered with the director, the director shall furnish and the owner or user shall stamp or have stamped a number as given, on the shell of the boiler in the space commonly used for such purposes, with letters and figures not less than 3/8 of an inch high.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §28 (AMD).]If a boiler or pressure vessel subject to this section is moved from one location to another, notice must be given to the director of the removal and of the new location in which the boiler or pressure vessel is to be set up.   [PL 2017, c. 210, Pt. H, §3 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W23 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 323, §42 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §28 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 210, Pt. H, §3 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15114 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15114. Certificate required

 §15114. Certificate required It is unlawful for any person, firm, partnership or corporation to operate under pressure in this State a boiler or pressure vessel to which this chapter applies without a valid inspection certificate as provided in this chapter. The operation of a boiler or pressure vessel without an inspection certificate constitutes a Class E crime on the part of the owner or user of the boiler or pressure vessel and is punishable by a fine of not more than $100 or by imprisonment for not more than 30 days, or by both.   [PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. W, §24 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W24 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15115 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15115. Temporary certificate

 §15115. Temporary certificate If an emergency affecting public safety and welfare exists, the chief inspector may issue a temporary inspection certificate for a period not exceeding 6 months after an inspection certificate has expired. A temporary inspection certificate may be issued without an internal inspection being made. If the boiler or pressure vessel is insured, the temporary inspection certificate may not be issued until recommended in writing by the authorized inspector of the company insuring the boiler or pressure vessel and by the chief inspector or one of the deputies; or, if the boiler or pressure vessel is not insured, the temporary inspection certificate must be recommended in writing by at least 2 authorized state inspectors. The provisions as to posting of the inspection certificate apply to the temporary inspection certificate.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §29 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W25 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §29 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15116 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15116. Insurance

 §15116. Insurance When a boiler or pressure vessel is insured and inspected by a duly accredited insurance company licensed to do business in this State, a copy of the record of each certificate inspection of the boiler or pressure vessel must be filed with the director.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §30 (AMD).]When an insurance company cancels insurance upon any boiler or pressure vessel requiring inspection under section 15117 that is not exempt under section 15102 or the policy expires and is not renewed, notice must immediately be given to the director. An insurance company shall notify the director immediately upon insuring a boiler or pressure vessel pursuant to this section.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §30 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W26 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 687, §E15 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §30 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15117 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15117. Inspection required; certificates issued

 §15117. Inspection required; certificates issued Each boiler or pressure vessel used or proposed for use within this State, except boilers or pressure vessels exempt under section 15102, must be thoroughly inspected by the chief inspector, a deputy inspector or an authorized inspector as to its design, construction, installation, condition and operation. When any boiler or pressure vessel inspected as specified by the director is found to be suitable and to conform to the rules of the director, the chief inspector shall issue to the owner or user of that boiler or pressure vessel, upon payment of a fee to the director, an inspection certificate for each boiler or pressure vessel. The fee under section 15104-C must be set by the director. Inspection certificates must specify the maximum pressure that the boiler or pressure vessel inspected is allowed to carry. The inspection certificate may be valid for not more than 14 months from the date of inspection in the case of boilers and 38 months from the date of inspection in the case of pressure vessels and must be posted under glass in the engine or boiler room containing the boiler or pressure vessel or an engine operated by it or, in the case of a portable boiler, in the office of the plant where it is temporarily located.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §31 (AMD).]In accordance with the provisions of the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, the chief inspector or any deputy inspector may at any time suspend an inspection certificate when, in the inspector's opinion, the boiler or pressure vessel for which it was issued may not continue to be operated without menace to the public safety. An authorized inspector has corresponding powers with respect to inspection certificates for boilers and pressure vessels insured by the company employing the inspector.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §31 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W27 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 687, §E16 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 323, §43 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 573, §A5 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. B, §22 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §31 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15118 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15118. Inspection charge

 §15118. Inspection charge The owner or user of each boiler or pressure vessel required by this chapter to be inspected by the chief inspector or a deputy inspector shall pay an inspection fee or fees as set under section 15104-C. Not more than one inspection fee may be collected for the inspection of any one boiler or pressure vessel made in any one year, unless additional inspections are required by the owners or users of the boiler or pressure vessel or unless the boiler or pressure vessel has been inspected and an inspection certificate has been refused, withheld or withdrawn or unless an additional inspection is required because of the change of location of a stationary boiler or pressure vessel.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §32 (AMD).]The fees for additional inspections required by the code must be paid by the boiler owner or contractor and those fees must include the wages and expenses of the inspector.   [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §14 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §17 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W28 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 323, §44 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §16 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §32 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15119 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15119. Powers of chief inspector

 §15119. Powers of chief inspector The chief inspector may:   [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §14 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §17 (AFF).]1.  Free access to premises.  Have free access for the chief inspector or a deputy or deputy inspectors during reasonable hours to any premises in the State where a boiler or pressure vessel is built or where a boiler or pressure vessel or power plant apparatus is being installed or operated, for the purpose of ascertaining whether the boiler or pressure vessel is built, installed and operated in accordance with this chapter;   [PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. W, §29 (AMD).] 2.  Inspection certificates.  Issue, suspend and revoke inspection certificates allowing boilers or pressure vessels to be operated, as provided in sections 15115 and 15117, and as provided in the Maine Administrative Procedure Act;   [PL 2001, c. 573, Pt. A, §6 (AMD).] 3.  Enforce laws and rules.  Enforce the laws of the State governing the use of boilers and pressure vessels and enforce the rules of the director; and   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §33 (AMD).] 4.  Examinations and certificates of competency.   [PL 1999, c. 386, Pt. W, §29 (RP).] 5.  Order uninspected or unrepaired boilers and pressure vessels out of service.  In addition to the chief inspector's powers under section 15117, order that a boiler or pressure vessel be taken out of service if an inspection report is not submitted to the chief inspector as required by section 15121, subsection 1, if the inspection certificate fee is not submitted as required by section 15121, subsection 2 or if the owner fails to make repairs as required by the chief inspector.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §34 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W29 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 573, §§A6,7 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §§33, 34 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15120 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15120. Authorized inspectors

 §15120. Authorized inspectors 1.  Issue license.  The director shall, upon the request of an individual who works for a company authorized to insure against loss from explosion of boilers or pressure vessels in this State, issue to the boiler inspector of the company a license to inspect boilers and pressure vessels as an authorized inspector, upon payment of the fee as set under section 15104-C, if the boiler inspector has satisfactorily met the examination and other requirements as specified by this section and rule. The boiler inspector must have a current commission issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, or its successor.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §35 (NEW).] 2.  Not entitled to compensation by State.  Authorized inspectors are not entitled to receive a salary from, nor may any of their expenses be paid by, the State.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §35 (NEW).] 3.  Conditions.  The continuance of an authorized inspector's license is conditioned upon the authorized inspector continuing in the employ of a boiler inspection and insurance company duly authorized and upon maintenance of the standards imposed by this chapter.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §35 (NEW).] 4.  Exempt from fees.  Authorized inspectors shall inspect all boilers and pressure vessels insured by their respective companies, and the owners or users of those insured boilers are exempt from the payment of the fees provided for in section 15118.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §35 (NEW).] 5.  Additional inspections authorized.  Authorized inspectors may, with the permission of the chief inspector, also inspect boilers and pressure vessels for which an application for insurance against loss from explosion of boilers or pressure vessels has been made or when a new boiler or pressure vessel is installed at an insured location and the prospective insured owner or user is exempt from the payment of fees provided for in section 15118.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §35 (NEW).] 6.  Report to chief inspector.  Each company employing authorized inspectors shall, within 30 days following each certificate inspection made by the inspectors, file a report of the inspection with the chief inspector.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §35 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 386, §W30 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 687, §E17 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 573, §A8 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §17 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §35 (RPR).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15121 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 131: BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS|32 §15121. Duties of owners of boilers and pressure vessels

 §15121. Duties of owners of boilers and pressure vessels 1.  Responsibility for inspection.  It is the responsibility of the owner to arrange for an inspection of a boiler or pressure vessel and to prepare the boiler or pressure vessel for inspection. The late inspection fee set by the director under section 15104-C may be assessed against the owner if an inspection report is not submitted within 60 days of the expiration of the most recent inspection certificate.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §36 (AMD).] 2.  Obtain inspection certificate.  The owner of a boiler or pressure vessel shall submit the inspection certificate fee as set under section 15104-C within 60 days of notification from the director that the inspection report required under section 15120 has been received by the director. Failure to submit the required fee within the 60 days provided may result in the assessment of a late certificate fee as set under section 15104-C.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §36 (AMD).] 3.  Failure to qualify for inspection certificate.  The owner of a boiler or pressure vessel that does not qualify for an inspection certificate shall take the boiler or pressure vessel out of operation until the required repairs have been made and a new inspection certificate has been issued.   [PL 2001, c. 573, Pt. A, §9 (NEW).] 4.  Notify director when required repairs made.  The owner of a boiler or pressure vessel shall notify the director when required repairs have been made and provide the director with satisfactory evidence of completion.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §36 (AMD).] 5.  Notify director when boiler or pressure vessel removed.  The owner of a boiler or pressure vessel shall notify the director within 30 days of the removal of the boiler or pressure vessel.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §36 (AMD).] 6.  Change of ownership.  The owner of a boiler or pressure vessel shall notify the director of a transfer of ownership within 30 days of such a transfer.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §36 (AMD).] 7.  Failure to comply.  In addition to the remedies available under this chapter, an owner of a boiler or pressure vessel who fails to comply with the provisions of this chapter or rules adopted by the director is subject to the provisions of Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5 whether or not the boiler or pressure vessel has a current inspection certificate, except that, notwithstanding Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5, paragraph A-1, subparagraph 3, a civil penalty of up to $3,000 may be imposed for each violation.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §36 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 573, §A9 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. MM, §§18, 19 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. C, §36 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15201 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 133: ELEVATOR AND TRAMWAY SAFETY|32 §15201. Declaration of policy

 §15201. Declaration of policy It is the policy of the State to protect its citizens and visitors from unnecessary mechanical hazards in the operation of elevators and tramways and to ensure that reasonable design and construction are used, that accepted safety devices and sufficient personnel are provided and that periodic maintenance, inspections and adjustments considered essential for the safe operation of elevators and tramways are made. The responsibility for design, construction, maintenance and inspection rests with the firm, person, partnership, association, corporation or company that owns elevators or tramways.   [PL 2001, c. 573, Pt. B, §1 (AMD); PL 2001, c. 573, Pt. B, §36 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 573, §B1 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 573, §B36 (AFF).
32 ME Rev Stat § 15203 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 133: ELEVATOR AND TRAMWAY SAFETY|32 §15203. Retroactive effect; exception

 §15203. Retroactive effect; exception This chapter may not be construed to prevent the use or sale of elevators in this State that were being used or installed prior to January 1, 1950 and that have been made to conform to the rules of the director covering existing installations and must be inspected as provided for in this chapter.   [PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. D, §6 (AMD).]This chapter does not apply to elevators or tramways on reservations of the Federal Government, to elevators used for agricultural purposes on farms or to elevators located or maintained in private residences, as long as they are exclusively for private use.   [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §14 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. H, §17 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 560, §H14 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 560, §H17 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 573, §B9 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 573, §B36 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 70, Pt. D, §6 (AMD).