Section 12-224.1-4 - Inspections(a) Initial acceptance inspections shall be conducted and witnessed by the chief boiler inspector or deputy inspector designee. These inspections may include internal inspection where construction permits, post installation pressure test at the inspector's discretion, and operational testing of controls and safety devices by the installer, contractor, or owner. Tests shall be made in conformance with the procedures set forth in ASME BPVC, NBIC, and this part.(b) Permit renewal inspections. Pressure vessels shall receive a permit renewal inspection every two years. Pressure vessels that are under the ownership, inspection, and supervision of an OUIO may be inspected on a different inspection frequency upon approval by the chief boiler inspector.(c) Additional inspection requirements include the following: (1) Internal inspections, where construction permits and hydrostatic testing, which may be required at the inspector's discretion, shall occur when deemed necessary for continued safe operation of the pressure vessel;(2) The owner shall develop safety policies and procedures for entering pressure vessels and confined spaces; and(3) Pressure vessels used for the treatment of wood shall be scrubbed clean for close visual inspection every ten years.Haw. Code R. § 12-224.1-4
[Eff and comp 12/21/2019] (Auth: HRS § 397-4) (Imp: HRS § 397-4)