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               BOILER AND PRESSURE VESSEL, 2017                   B-5.1 REG 2




           The
        Boiler and
      Pressure Vessel
     Regulations, 2017

                                being

     Chapter B-5.1 Reg 2 (effective January 1, 2018).




                              NOTE:
This consolidation is not official. Amendments have been
incorporated for convenience of reference and the original statutes
and regulations should be consulted for all purposes of interpretation
and application of the law. In order to preserve the integrity of the
original statutes and regulations, errors that may have appeared
are reproduced in this consolidation.
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                                                Table of Contents
           B-5.1 REG 2                 BOILER AND PRESSURE VESSEL, 2017
                          PART 1                                                  DIVISION 2
                 General Requirements                                    Welding Requirements
                                                           28 Welding procedures required
                       DIVISION 1
                                                           29 Registration of welding procedures
                       Definitions
 1 Title                                                   30 Compliance with section 16 of Act

 2 Definitions                                                                    DIVISION 3

                       DIVISION 2                                       Installation Requirements
                                                           31 Permit to install, alter or repair
                    Exemptions
 3 Exemptions from Act                                     32 Inspection fees – installation, etc.

                       DIVISION 3                                                    PART 4

                 Physical Standards                                       Equipment Licensing
 4 Adoption of codes and standards                         33 Exemptions ‑ owner’s licence to operate

 5 Compliance with adopted codes and standards             34 Owner’s licence to operate – boiler, etc., in service

 6 Requirements for boilers                                35 Acceptance and installation inspections – new,
                                                                repaired or altered pressure vessels or boilers
 7 Requirements for pressure vessels
                                                           36 Owner’s licence to operate – new or
 8 Additional requirements – pressure vessels                  out‑of‑service boiler, etc.
    or compressed gases
                                                           37 Owner’s licence to operate plant
 9 Additional requirements – pressure vessels
    for liquified petroleum gas                                                      PART 5
10 Additional requirements – pressure vessels                             Operational Requirements
    for anhydrous ammonia
                                                                                  DIVISION 1
11 Design pressure – pressure vessels for
    other compressed gases                                                   Definitions for Part
                                                           38 Definitions for Part
12 Requirements for pressure piping
                                                                                  DIVISION 2
                       DIVISION 4
                                                               Capacity of Boilers, Boiler Plants, Organic
     Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Board
                                                                  Rankine Cycle Waste Heat Recovery
13 General qualification for membership                             Systems and Refrigeration Plant
14 Members to represent certain groups                     39 Capacity of boilers and organic rankine cycle
                                                                waste heat recovery systems
                       DIVISION 5
                                                           40 Area of boiler or organic rankine cycle waste
    Duplicate Certificates and Review of Fees                   heat recovery system heating surfaces
15 Duplicate certificates, licences                        41 Capacity of boiler plants – two or more high
16 Fee for review by chief inspector                            pressure boilers

                          PART 2                           42 Capacity of boiler plants – two or more low
                                                                pressure boilers
                Registration of Design
                                                           43 Capacity of organic rankine cycle waste heat
17 Application for registration of designs                     recovery system plants – two or more
18 Fees – registration of designs                          44 Plants comprising high and low pressure boilers
19 Alternative to design registration                      45 Capacity of refrigeration plants
     requirement – boilers, pressure vessels
20 Exemptions from registration requirement – fittings                            DIVISION 3

21 Exemptions from registration requirement – pressure                        Guarded Plants
     piping systems                                        46 Additional requirements for guarded plants

                          PART 3                           47 Guarded plant licence

   Quality Control – Fabrication and Installation                                 DIVISION 4
                       DIVISION 1                                       Operational Requirements
           Quality Control Requirements                    48 Supervision – high pressure boilers, plants
22 Quality control program required                        49 Operation of antique boilers
23 Registration of quality control program manual          50 Supervision – low pressure boilers, plants
24 Audit                                                   51 Supervision – organic rankine cycle waste
                                                                heat recovery systems
25 Reissuance of certificate of registration
                                                           52 Responsibilities of the chief engineer, competent
26 Contractor’s licence                                         operator or power engineer in charge
27 Inspections ‑ construction                              53 Supervision – refrigeration plants
                                                           54 Compliance with section 33 of Act
                                                           55 Log books
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                           PART 6                                                     PART 8
                Periodic Inspections                                   Pressure Equipment Inspectors
56 Application of Part
                                                                                     DIVISION 1
57 High pressure boilers
                                                                              Definition for Part
58 Low pressure boilers                                     89 Definition for Part
59 Pressure vessels
                                                                                     DIVISION 2
60 Refrigeration vessels
                                                                           Examination Information
61 Internal inspection required
                                                            90 Eligibility to write examination
                           PART 7                           91 Application to write examination
    Quality Management Systems of Inspections               92 Special examination
                       DIVISION 1                           93 False or misleading statement
                  Definitions for Part                      94 Conduct of examinations – Division 2
62 Definitions for Part                                     95 Misconduct during examination
                       DIVISION 2                           96 Pass mark
  Requirements for Quality Management Systems               97 Waiting period for re‑examination
63 Inspections by licensed pressure equipment inspectors                             DIVISION 3
64 Inspection certificates                                              Certificates and Qualification
65 Designated pressure equipment inspector or               98 Certificates of qualification
    propane storage vessel inspector
                                                                                     DIVISION 4
66 Reports to chief inspector
                                                                  Pressure Equipment Inspector Licences
67 Manual
                                                            99 Eligibility for pressure equipment inspector’s licences
68 Amendment or revision of manual
                                                           100 Classes of pressure equipment inspectors’ licences
69 Document and data control
                                                           101 Scope of pressure equipment inspector’s licence
70 Contract review
                                                           102 Duration of licence
71 Purchasing
72 Measuring and testing equipment                                                    PART 9
73 Inspection of new equipment                                                 Power Engineers
74 Servicing pressure relief devices                                                 DIVISION 1
75 Control of special processes                                               Definition for Part
76 Periodic inspections                                    103 Definition for Part
77 Inspection of repairs, alterations                                                DIVISION 2
78 Rectifying problems, non‑conformities                                 Examination Information
79 Training                                                104 Application for examination
80 Internal audit                                          105 Special examination
81 Audit by inspectors                                     106 False or misleading statement
                       DIVISION 3                          107 Conduct of examinations – Division 2
     Requirements for inspection companies                 108 Misconduct during examination
82 Registration of an inspection company                   109 Pass mark
83 Designated inspection company                           110 Waiting period for re‑examination

                       DIVISION 4                                                    DIVISION 3
            Certificates of Authorization                               Certificates and Qualification
84 Application for approval                                111 Certificates of qualification
85 Classes of certificates of authorization                112 Education requirements
86 Duration of certificate of authorization                113 First class power engineer’s certificate
87 Certain requirements not affected by quality            114 Second class power engineer’s certificate
     management system                                     115 Third class power engineer’s certificate
                       DIVISION 5                          116 Fourth class power engineer’s certificate
   Conducting a Quality Management System of               117 Fifth class power engineer’s certificate
                     Inspection                            118 Boiler operator certificates
88 Compliance with clause 5(1)(e) of Act
                                                           119 Refrigeration engineer’s certificate
                                                           120 Refrigeration plant operator’s certificate
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                        DIVISION 4                                                        PART 11
               Power Engineer Licences                                             Pressure Welders
121 Classes of operators’ licences established                                          DIVISION 1
122 Scope of authority of operators’ licences                                     Definition for Part
123 Application for operator’s licence                         141 Definition for Part
124 Permit to operate in urgent cases
                                                                                        DIVISION 2
                          PART 10                                                   Test Information
          Additional Requirements for Steam                    142 Eligibility to take test
           Traction Engine Antique Boilers
                                                               143 Standards for test
                        DIVISION 1                             144 Application to take test administered by inspector
                   Definitions for Part                        145 Designation of authorized contractor
125 Definitions for Part
                                                               146 Test conducted by authorized contractor
                        DIVISION 2                             147 Special test
                 Physical Standards                            148 False or misleading statement
126 Working pressure                                           149 Pass mark
127 Application for authorization to operate a                 150 Waiting period for test
     steam traction engine beyond 690 kPa
                                                                                        DIVISION 3
                        DIVISION 3
                                                                                       Licences
        Operation of Steam Traction Engine
                                                               151 Classes of pressure welder’s licences
128 Inspections
                                                               152 Issuance of pressure welder’s licences based on test
129 Supervision requirements
                                                               153 Issuance of pressure welder’s licence without test
                        DIVISION 4                             154 Limitations in pressure welder’s licence
          Steam Traction Engine Operator
         Examination and Test Information                                                 PART 12
130 Application for steam traction engine operator                          Anhydrous Ammonia Storage
     examination and operator’s test                                           and Distribution Plants
131 Special examination or test                                155 Definitions for Part
132 False or misleading statement                              156 Application of codes, standards
133 Conduct of examinations and tests – Division 4             157 Prohibition
134 Misconduct during examination                              158 Location of storage vessels
135 Pass mark                                                  159 Contractor’s licence
136 Waiting period for re‑examination                          160 Permit to construct
                                                               161 Acceptance inspection
                        DIVISION 5
                                                               162 Licence to operate
             Certificate and Qualification
137 Steam traction engine operator certificate of                                         PART 13
      qualification                                                Transitional, Repeal and Coming into Force
                        DIVISION 6                             163 Transitional
     Steam Traction Engine Operator Licences                   164 RRS c B‑5.1 Reg 1 repealed
138 Classes of steam traction engine operator’s licences       165 Coming into force
139 Scope of steam traction engine operator’s licences                                  APPENDIX
140 Application for steam traction engine operator’s licence                               Table
                                                                 MINIMUM DISTANCE BETWEEN STORAGE TANKS
                                                                           AND RAILWAY TRACKS
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                          CHAPTER B‑5.1 REG 2
                   The Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act, 1999


                                      PART 1
                               General Requirements

                                      DIVISION 1
                                      Definitions
Title
    1 These regulations may be cited as The Boiler and Pressure Vessel Regulations, 2017.
Definitions
    2(1) In these regulations:
         “acceptance inspection” means an inspection pursuant to the applicable
         code or standard conducted by an inspector after the installation, alteration
         or repair of a boiler, pressure vessel or refrigeration plant and before it is put,
         or put back, into service;
         “Act” means The Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act, 1999;
         “adopted code or standard” means a code or standard adopted pursuant
         to section 4;
         “anhydrous ammonia” means the product with the chemical formula NH3,
         in either a liquid or gaseous state, that is normally stored, transported or
         otherwise contained in a pressure vessel under pressure and used as a fertilizer;
         “ANSI” means the American National Standards Institute, Inc.;
         “applicable code or standard” means, in relation to a boiler, pressure vessel,
         fitting, plant, procedure or activity, an adopted code or standard that applies
         to that boiler, pressure vessel, fitting, plant, procedure or activity;
         “applicable fee” means the fee payable with respect to the activity as
         established by bylaw pursuant The Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan
         Act and published by the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan;
         “approved” means approved by the chief inspector, unless otherwise stated;
         “ASME” means the American Society of Mechanical Engineers;
         “ASME Code” means the portions of the American Society of Mechanical
         Engineers code adopted pursuant to subsection 4(3);
         “authorized contractor” means a holder of a contractor’s licence who is
         designated pursuant to section 145 as having authority to administer pressure
         welders’ qualification tests to employees of the holder;
         “AWS” means the American Welding Society;
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       “boiler and pressure vessel authority” means the department or agency of
       a province or territory of Canada that is authorized by the laws of the province
       or territory to regulate boilers and pressure vessels within its boundaries;
       “boiler plant” means a plant that constitutes an installation of two or more
       high pressure boilers, low pressure boilers or a combination of high pressure
       and low pressure boilers;
       “CGA” means the Compressed Gas Association responsible for publishing the
       standard requirements for the storage and handling of Anhydrous Ammonia;
       “chief engineer” means the person who is responsible for the operation of a
       boiler or boiler plant;
       “competent operator” means a person possessing the appropriate
       qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience to supervise or perform work
       safely and in accordance with the Act and these Regulations;
       “contractor” means a person who engages in the business of constructing,
       installing, altering or repairing boilers, pressure vessels, fittings, pressure
       piping systems or refrigeration plants;
       “contractor’s licence” means a licence issued pursuant to section 26;
       “CSA” means the Canadian Standards Association;
       “CSA B51‑14” means the Canadian Standards Association standard adopted
       pursuant to clause 4(1)(a);
       “engineered pressure enclosure” means a fitting used for containing a leak
       or reinforcing existing pressure equipment for a limited time until a proper
       repair or alteration is carried out;
       “environmentally‑sensitive area” means an area with natural features
       in which special protection is needed for its landscape, wildlife and historical
       value and includes lakes, streams and wetlands.
       “evacuation‑sensitive facility” includes a hospital, school, residential
       development, senior citizen home, and daycare;
       “graduate engineer” means an engineer who has graduated with a degree in
       mechanical engineering or a university degree that is recognized by the chief
       inspector as equivalent to a degree in mechanical engineering;
       “high pressure boiler plant” means:
              (a) a plant comprising two or more high pressure boilers; or
              (b) a plant comprising both high pressure boilers and low pressure
              boilers that is deemed to be a high pressure boiler plant pursuant to
              clause 44(2)(a);
       “inspection certificate” means a valid inspection certificate:
              (a) issued by an inspector pursuant to section 21 of the Act; or
              (b) issued by a licensed pressure equipment inspector pursuant to
              section 64, in accordance with the terms and conditions of an approved
              quality management system;
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“inspection company” means a company that carries out a quality
management system of inspection on behalf of an owner or insurer of a company
that utilizes or insures boilers and pressure equipment;
“installation inspection” means an inspection by the owner, the insurer or
a third party on behalf of the owner or insurer of the design or contractual
requirements after the installation, alteration or repair of a boiler, pressure
vessel or refrigeration plant and before it is put, or put back, into service;
“instrumentation alternative” means a technology designed to ensure the
safe operation of pressure equipment without the level of supervision by a
power engineer or other competent operator that would otherwise be required;
“liquified petroleum gas” means a material, in either a liquid or gaseous
state, that is composed predominantly of propane, propylene, butanes (normal
butane or isobutane) or butylenes or a mixture of any of those hydrocarbons;
“low pressure boiler plant” means:
     (a) a plant comprising two or more low pressure boilers; or
     (b) a plant comprising both high pressure boilers and low pressure boilers
     that is deemed to be a low pressure boiler plant pursuant to clause 44(3)(a);
“NBBI” means the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors;
“NBBI Code” means the code adopted pursuant to subsection 4(2);
“NFPA” means the National Fire Protection Association, Inc.;
“oilfield once‑through boiler” means a coil type, drumless boiler designed for
once‑through water usage that is used only for underground heating in oilfields;
“organic fluid” means a hydrocarbon based high molecular mass fluid with
a liquid‑vapour phase change that occurs at a lower temperature than the
water‑steam phase change;
“organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system” means a
thermodynamic cycle in a waste heat recovery plant using an organic fluid such
that the organic fluid is heated by waste heat with no secondary fuel input and
comprises pressure vessels, pressure piping and any other pressure equipment;
“pressure equipment” means a boiler, pressure vessel, pressure piping and
fittings;
“pressure equipment inspector” means a person who conducts an inspection
on behalf of an insurer or in connection with a quality management system;
“pressure equipment inspector’s licence” means a licence issued pursuant
to section 99;
“private dwelling” includes:
     (a) any land on which a private dwelling is located or any outbuilding or
     premises that is located on the same land as a private dwelling, but does
     not include any part of that land, outbuilding or premises that:
          (i) is not being used as a private dwelling or is not enclosed within
          the private dwelling; and
          (ii) is being used to carry out a commercial operation;
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              (b) foster homes as defined in The Child and Family Services Regulations;
              and
              (c) alternative family care homes as defined in the Appendix to The
              Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Regulations;
         “process operator” means a person who is responsible for overseeing the
         production process in a plant facility, including monitoring equipment, making
         adjustments on different processes and improving the quality, efficiency and
         safety of the plant facility;
         “professional engineer” means a professional engineer as defined in The
         Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act;
         “shift engineer” means a person who, under the supervision of the chief
         engineer, is in personal charge of a boiler or boiler plant.
    (2) A reference in these regulations to a table is a reference to the table as set out
    in the Appendix.
    (3) For the purposes of the Act and these regulations, “welding” includes brazing
    and plastic fusing.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s2.




                                       DIVISION 2
                                       Exemptions
Exemptions from Act
    3(1) In this section:
         “cleanable or replaceable manufactured elements” includes:
              (a) filter cartridges;
              (b) other filter elements such as candle, bag, ceramic and membrane
              filters;
              (c) reverse osmosis (RO) membranes; and
              (d) treatment cartridges of various types, including ion exchange resin,
              activated carbon and zeolite cartridges;
         “packed media” includes ion exchange resins, zeolites, activated carbon and
         filter media.
    (2) For the purposes of clause 3(1)(p) of the Act, the following are designated as
    classes of boilers, pressure vessels, plants, pressure piping systems or fittings to
    which the Act does not apply:
         (a) pressure piping systems that:
              (i) contain hot water at a pressure of 1 103 kilopascals or less or at a
              temperature of 121ºC or less; and
              (ii) form part of a low pressure boiler plant;
         (b) pressure piping systems that are not connected to, or used in connection
         with, a boiler or pressure vessel;
         (c) medical gas piping systems;
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(d) air piping with a diameter of 25.4 millimetres or less;
(e) any of the following types of pressure vessels that are used in connection
with a pipeline as defined in The Pipelines Act, 1998:
     (i) odourizer tanks;
     (ii) dust pots;
     (iii) gas drips;
     (iv) storage tanks for hydraulic valve operators;
     (v) pig injectors;
     (vi) pig receivers;
     (vii) indirect fired heater coils;
     (viii) methanol injectors;
(f) potable water heaters with an internal diameter greater than 610
millimetres that:
     (i) operate at a pressure not exceeding 1 103 kilopascals;
     (ii) have a heat input not exceeding 58.67 kilowatts;
     (iii) produce a water temperature not exceeding 99ºC; and
     (iv) have a water capacity not exceeding 454 litres;
(g) pressure vessels used as the external enclosure of pressurized gas‑filled
electrical high voltage switch gear or control gear;
(h) low pressure boilers and associated heating system pressure vessels
installed in a private dwelling designed to accommodate not more than 3
families;
(i) equipment lubricating and control oil systems that are designed and
operated at temperatures less than 100ºC with non‑expansible fluids under
pressure;
(j) vessels containing packed media or cleanable or replaceable manufactured
elements that:
     (i) form part of a water treatment system; and
     (ii) are designed and operated at temperatures less than 100ºC with
     non‑expansible fluids under pressure;
(k) air receivers installed in a private dwelling designed to accommodate not
more than 3 families;
(l) pressure vessels used in geo‑thermal heating systems in a private dwelling
designed to accommodate not more than 3 families;
(m) pressure vessels used in reverse osmosis water treatment systems in a
private dwelling designed to accommodate not more than 3 families;
(n) hydropneumatic tanks with a maximum diameter of 610 millimetres, a
total volume of 450 litres or less, and a maximum temperature of 65ºC or less.
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     (3) Pursuant to clause 3(1)(p) of the Act, subsection 14(1) of the Act does not apply to
     the sale of a boiler, pressure vessel or pressure piping system that is previously used if
     the boiler, pressure vessel or pressure piping system is removed from Saskatchewan.
     (4) Subject to subsections 3(2) and 3(3) of the Act, the following pressure vessels
     must meet all the requirements for pressure vessels in the Act and these regulations:
          (a) autoclaves with a volume greater than 0.0425 cubic metres, an internal
          diameter greater than 152 millimetres, or any one short or long span dimension
          greater than 152 millimetres;
          (b) air cooled heat exchanger headers with any one short or long span
          dimension greater than 152 millimetres;
          (c) plate heat exchangers with any one short or long span dimension greater
          than 152 millimetres;
          (d) any other type of pressure vessel that is non‑circular with any unsupported
          dimension greater than 152 millimetres that is used to evaluate its pressure
          rating.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s3.




                                      DIVISION 3
                                   Physical Standards
Adoption of codes and standards
     4(1) Each of the following codes and standards, as amended from time to time, is
     adopted for the purposes of the Act as a standard governing the design, construction,
     shop inspection, installation, repair or alteration of boilers, pressure vessels or
     pressure piping systems:
          (a) CSA B51‑14, Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Pressure Piping Code, 18th
          edition;
          (b) CSA B52‑13, Mechanical Refrigeration Code, 11th edition;
          (c) CGA G‑2.1‑2014, Requirements for the Storage and Handling of Anhydrous
          Ammonia (an American National Standard), 6th edition;
          (d) NFPA 58, Liquified Petroleum Gas Code, 2017 edition, published by the
          National Fire Protection Association, Inc.;
          (e) CSA B149.2‑15, Propane Handling and Storage Code, 11th edition.
     (2) NB23‑2017, National Board Inspection Code, 2017 edition published by the
     NBBI and approved by the American National Standards Institute, as amended from
     time to time, is adopted for the purposes of the Act to the extent that it deal with
     matters not covered by the codes and standards adopted by clauses (1)(a) and (b).
     (3) The following provisions of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, 2017
     edition, as amended from time to time, are adopted for the purposes of the Act to the
     extent that they deal with matters not covered by the codes and standards adopted
     by clauses (1)(a) and (b):
          (a) Section I, Rules for Construction of Power Boilers;
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         (b) Section II, Materials:
              (i) Part A ‑ Ferrous Material Specifications;
              (ii) Part B ‑ Nonferrous Material Specifications;
              (iii) Part C ‑ Specifications for Welding Rods, Electrodes, and Filler
              Metals;
              (iv) Part D ‑ Properties (Customary);
              (v) Part D ‑ Properties (Metric);
         (c) Section IV, Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers;
         (d) Section V, Nondestructive Examination;
         (e) Section VI, Recommended Rules for the Care and Operation of Heating
         Boilers;
         (f) Section VII, Recommended Guidelines for the Care of Power Boilers;
         (g) the following divisions in Section VIII, Rules for Construction of Pressure
         Vessels:
              (i) Division 1;
              (ii) Division 2 ‑ Alternative Rules;
              (iii) Division 3 ‑ Alternative Rules for Construction of High Pressure
              Vessels;
         (h) Section IX, Qualification Standard for Welding, Brazing and Fusing
         Procedures, Welders, Brazers and Welding, Brazing and Fusing Operators ‑
         Welding, Brazing and Fusing Qualifications;
         (i) Section X, Fiber‑reinforced Plastic Pressure Vessels.
   (4) The following standards, as amended from time to time, are adopted for the
   purposes of the Act to the extent that they deal with matters not covered by the
   codes and standards adopted by clauses (1)(a) and (b):
         (a) ASME B31.1‑2016, Power Piping;
         (b) ASME B31.3‑2016, Process Piping;
         (c) ASME B31.5‑2016, Refrigeration Piping and Heat Transfer Components.
   (5) If there is a conflict or inconsistency between an adopted code or standard and
   a provision of these regulations, the provision of these regulations prevails.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s4.


Compliance with adopted codes and standards
   5(1) No person who designs, constructs, carries out a shop inspection, installs,
   repairs or alters a boiler, pressure vessel or pressure piping system governed by the
   Act shall fail to carry out that activity in accordance with any applicable adopted
   code or standard.
   (2) If a person designs, constructs, carries out a shop inspection, installs, repairs
   or alters a boiler, pressure vessel or pressure piping system in accordance with a
   more recent version of a code or standard than the version adopted pursuant to
   section 4, the person is deemed to have complied with the adopted code or standard.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s5.
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Requirements for boilers
     6(1) Subject to subsections (2) and (3) and except as otherwise provided by these
     regulations, boilers are to be designed, constructed, installed and fitted with
     protective devices in accordance with the applicable codes specified in clause 4(1)
     (a) and in subsections 4(2) and (3).
     (2) All coil and fin‑tube boilers installed in a forced circulation hot water heating
     system must be equipped with a flow switch that will automatically cut off the
     fuel supply to the burner if the flow rate is inadequate to protect the boiler from
     overheating.
     (3) All hot water boilers other than coil and fin‑tube boilers must be equipped with
     protection against dry firing as follows:
          (a) if heat input is less than or equal to 422 megajoules per hour, the boiler
          must be equipped with either a flow switch or a low water fuel cut‑off device; and
          (b) if heat input is greater than 422 megajoules per hour, the boiler must be
          equipped with a low water fuel cut‑off device.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s6.


Requirements for pressure vessels
     7 Except as otherwise provided by these regulations, pressure vessels are to be
     designed, constructed, installed and fitted with protective devices in accordance with
     the applicable codes specified in clauses 4(1)(a) and (b) and subsections 4(2) and (3).
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s7.


Additional requirements ‑ pressure vessels for compressed gases
     8(1) Safety relief valves for a pressure vessel that is to be used in the handling
     and storage of a compressed gas must be set to discharge at a pressure that does
     not exceed the design pressure specified in subsection 9(2) or 10(2) or section 11,
     as the case may require.
     (2) If a pressure vessel to be used in the handling and storage of a compressed gas
     is located outside and is exposed to the weather, any safety relief valve discharge
     outlet, with or without vent pipes, that is installed on the pressure vessel must be
     protected with a loose‑fitting rain cap that cannot freeze in place.
     (3) Before a pressure vessel to be used in the handling and storage of a compressed
     gas is placed in service, the pressure vessel must be:
          (a) painted; and
          (b) labelled, in block letters in a contrasting colour, with the word “caution”
          and the name of the compressed gas contained in the vessel.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s8.


Additional requirements ‑ pressure vessels for liquified petroleum gas
     9(1) Pressure vessels that are to be used in the handling and storage of liquefied
     petroleum gas must be designed for a pressure of not less than 1 725 kilopascals.
     (2) Openings and fittings in pressure vessels that are to be used in the handling
     and storage of liquified petroleum gas must be installed and operated in accordance
     with the applicable code specified in clause 4(1)(e).
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    (3) The minimum required rate of discharge for safety relief valves for pressure
    vessels that are to be used in the handling and storage of liquified petroleum gas
    must be installed and operated in accordance with the applicable code specified in
    clause 4(1)(d).
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s9.


Additional requirements ‑ pressure vessels for anhydrous ammonia
    10(1) Subject to subsection (2) and except as otherwise provided in these
    regulations, pressure vessels and related pressure piping that are to be used in the
    handling and storage of anhydrous ammonia must be designed, constructed, installed
    and operated in accordance with the applicable codes pursuant to clauses 4(1)(a)
    and (c) and subsections 4(2) to (4).
    (2) Pressure vessels used for the storage of anhydrous ammonia must be designed
    for a pressure of not less than 1 725 kilopascals.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s10.


Design pressure ‑ pressure vessels for other compressed gases
    11 Pressure vessels that are to be used in the handling and storage of compressed
    gases other than anhydrous ammonia and liquified petroleum gas must be designed
    for a pressure of not less than the vapour pressure at 46ºC of the gas to be contained.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s11.


Requirements for pressure piping
    12(1) Subject to subsection (2) and except as otherwise provided by these
    regulations, pressure piping must be designed, constructed, installed, fitted with
    protective devices, inspected and tested in accordance with:
         (a) the applicable codes pursuant to clauses 4(1)(a) and (b); and
         (b) the following standards, to the extent that they deal with matters not
         covered by the codes and standards adopted by clause (a):
               (i) the applicable code specified in clause 4(4)(a);
               (ii) the applicable code specified in clause 4(4)(b);
               (iii) the applicable code specified in clause 4(4)(c).
    (2) Any pressure piping that falls outside the scope of the standards mentioned in
    clause (1)(b) must be designed, constructed, installed, fitted with protective devices,
    inspected and tested in accordance with the applicable code specified in clause 4(4)(b).
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s12.




                                    DIVISION 4
                      Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Board
General qualification for membership
    13 To be eligible for appointment as a member of the board, an individual must
    demonstrate to the minister that he or she has experience in the design, construction,
    inspection, operation or repair of boilers, pressure vessels or pressure piping systems.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s13.
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Members to represent certain groups
     14(1)     The board must include the following members:
             (a) 1 member who is a licensed professional engineer with experience relating
             to high pressure boilers and who represents owners and users of high pressure
             boilers;
             (b) 1 member who is a licensed professional engineer with experience relating
             to pressure vessels and who represents owners and users of pressure vessels;
             (c) 2 members who are holders of first class power engineers’ licences and who
             are actively engaged in the operation of boilers and pressure vessels;
             (d) 1 member who represents boiler and pressure vessel manufacturers;
             (e) 1 member who is a member of a trade union that represents employees
             engaged in trades involved in the construction, alteration, repair or operation
             of boilers, pressure vessels and pressure piping systems;
             (f) 1 member who represents owners and users of low pressure boilers;
             (g) 1 member who is a licensed professional engineer and represents the
             College of Engineering of the University of Saskatchewan or the Faculty of
             Engineering of The University of Regina;
             (h) 1 member who is a faculty member of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic or
             the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies and who is actively engaged
             in teaching power engineering.
     (2) If a successor to a member described in any of the clauses in subsection (1)
     is to be appointed, the person to be appointed must meet the requirements of the
     clause that describes the member being replaced.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s14.




                                      DIVISION 5
                       Duplicate Certificates and Review of Fees
Duplicate certificates, licences
     15 The chief inspector may issue a duplicate certificate or a duplicate licence to
     an applicant who furnishes evidence satisfactory to the chief inspector that the
     applicant is a holder in good standing of the certificate or licence in question and
     has a legitimate reason for requesting a duplicate, together with the applicable fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s15.


Fee for review by chief inspector
     16(1) An applicant for a review pursuant to subsection 25(1) of the Act shall pay
     the applicable fee.
     (2) If, after completing a review pursuant to subsection 25(1) of the Act, the chief
     inspector revokes or varies the notice, order, decision, requirement or direction of
     an inspector that is the subject of the review, the application fee will be refunded
     on the written request of the applicant.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s16.
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                                         PART 2
                                  Registration of Design
Application for registration of designs
    17(1) In this section and section 18, “application for registration” means an
    application for the registration of a design required pursuant to section 11 of the Act.
    (2) No person shall commence construction, installation, alteration or repair of a
    boiler, pressure vessel, fitting or pressure piping unless:
          (a) an application for registration has been made to the chief inspector; and
          (b) registration has been received.
    (3) With respect to an application for registration of the design of a boiler, a pressure
    vessel or an alteration to or repair of a boiler or pressure vessel, the drawings,
    calculations, specifications and other information respecting the design must include:
          (a) the design pressure and temperature;
          (b) details of the arrangement and dimensions of all component parts;
          (c) the ASME specification numbers of all materials for which an ASME
          specification number is required by any applicable code or standard;
          (d) details of the proposed construction and welded joint configuration;
          (e) the section and paragraph number of the applicable code specified in
          subsection 4(3) pursuant to which it is or is to be constructed;
          (f) a report of any physical tests conducted for the purpose of establishing
          the maximum allowable working pressure; and
          (g)   any other information that the chief inspector may require.
    (4) With respect to an application for registration of the design of a pressure piping
    system:
          (a) the drawings, specifications and other information submitted as part of
          the application for registration must be of sufficient detail to allow the chief
          inspector to fully evaluate the design; and
          (b) the drawings submitted for registration must be stamped and signed by
          a licensed professional engineer.
    (5) The drawings, specifications and other information respecting the design of a
    fitting submitted for an application for registration must include:
          (a) the statutory declaration of the manufacturer, in the manner and form
          specified by the chief inspector, respecting compliance with:
                (i) standards specified in the declaration that are applicable to the
                fitting; and
                (ii) the quality control program required by CSA B51‑14; and
          (b) supporting documents that set out all information required by CSA B51‑14.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s17.
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Fees ‑ registration of designs
     18(1) An application for the registration of the design of a boiler, pressure vessel,
     fitting or pressure piping system is subject to the applicable fee.
     (2) No refund will be given of any fee paid pursuant to this section with respect
     to an application for registration if the application is denied.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s18.


Alternative to design registration requirement ‑ boilers, pressure vessels
     19(1) Subject to subsections (3) and (4), the design of a boiler or pressure vessel is
     not required to be registered pursuant to subsection 11(1) of the Act if:
          (a) the boiler or pressure vessel is:
                (i) constructed in strict compliance with the administrative and
                technical rules of the appropriate section of the applicable code specified
                in subsection 4(3);
                (ii) stamped in accordance with the ASME code with the applicable
                certification mark; and
                (iii) registered with NBBI; and
          (b) the NBBI registration number is:
                (i) recorded on the data report required by the ASME code; and
                (ii) stamped on the name plate of the boiler or pressure vessel.
     (2) Subject to subsections (3) to (5), the design of a boiler or pressure vessel
     constructed in Canada is not required to be registered pursuant to subsection 11(1)
     of the Act if:
          (a) the boiler or pressure vessel:
                (i) is constructed in a province or territory of Canada other than
                Saskatchewan in strict compliance with the administrative and technical
                rules of the appropriate section of CSA B51‑14;
                (ii) is assigned a Canadian registration number by the boiler and
                pressure vessel authority of the province or territory in which it is
                constructed; and
                (iii) is inspected during construction by an inspector employed by the
                boiler and pressure vessel authority of the province or territory in which
                it is constructed; and
          (b) the registration number of the province or territory in which the boiler
          or pressure vessel is constructed is:
                (i) recorded on the data report required by the CSA B51‑14; and
                (ii) stamped on the name plate of the boiler or pressure vessel.
     (3) Before a boiler or pressure vessel mentioned in subsection (1) or (2) is installed,
     the owner must ensure that the data report required by the applicable code or
     standard has been submitted to the chief inspector for registration.
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    (4) The following boilers or pressure vessels are required to be registered pursuant
    to subsection 11(1) of the Act:
         (a) boilers or pressure vessels manufactured before January 1, 1997;
         (b) pressure vessels manufactured in accordance with Section VIII Division 2
         or Division 3 of the ASME code;
         (c) pressure vessels designed with limited cycles of service in accordance with
         Section VIII Division 1 of the ASME code;
         (d) pressure vessels fabricated from cold‑stretched, austenitic stainless steel;
         (e) pressure vessels with volumes exceeding 37 370 litres and installed in a
         horizontal position on two saddle supports;
         (f) pressure vessels designed for pressures exceeding 3 000 psig and
         manufactured in accordance with Section VIII Division 1 of the ASME code;
         (g) pressure vessels that have any pressure part designed pursuant to
         clause U‑2(g) in Section VIII Division 1 of the ASME code;
         (h) boilers rated for over 10 000 kW and manufactured in accordance with
         Section I of the ASME code;
         (i) boiler blowoff vessels less than 457 mm (18 in) in diameter; and
         (j) part of a boiler or pressure vessel that is identified on a partial data report.
    (5) Any boiler or pressure vessel mentioned in subclause (2)(a)(iii) does not require
    an inspection during construction by an inspector employed by the boiler and
    pressure vessel authority if that boiler or pressure vessel complies with one or more
    of the limitations described in clauses 4.8.2(a) to (g) of CSA B51‑14.
    (6) Registration of a data report is subject to the applicable fee.
                                                      8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s19.


Exemptions from registration requirement ‑ fittings
    20(1) If a fitting is registered by CSA, the design of the fitting is not required to
    be registered pursuant to subsection 11(1) of the Act, except for any engineered
    pressure enclosures.
    (2) Subject to subsection (3), category A, B, C and G fittings, as set out in Table 1 of
    CSA B51‑14, are not required to be registered pursuant to subsection 11(1) of the Act.
    (3) The following fittings or devices must be registered pursuant to subsection 11(1)
    of the Act:
         (a) nonstandard or unlisted pipe fittings, flanges or valves that do not comply
         with the specifications and standards listed in:
               (i) Table 126.1 of ASME B31.1‑2016;
               (ii) Table 326.1 of ASME B31.3‑2016; or
               (iii) Table 526.1 of ASME B31.5‑2016; or
         (b) pressure relief devices that do not comply with the requirements of the
         ASME Code or NBBI Code.
                                                      8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s20.
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Exemptions from registration requirement ‑ pressure piping systems
     21 The design of a pressure piping system with an aggregate internal capacity of 0.5
     cubic metres or less is not required to be registered pursuant to subsection 11(1) of
     the Act unless:
          (a) the design makes up a portion of a larger overall pressure piping system
          design in which a need exists to register the complete system with multiple
          applications; or
          (b) the piping will be an addition to an existing facility that connects to or
          alters a pressure relief system.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s21.




                                      PART 3
                  Quality Control ‑ Fabrication and Installation

                                    DIVISION 1
                           Quality Control Requirements
Quality control program required
     22(1) Subject to subsection (2), a person who intends to construct, install, alter or
     repair a boiler, pressure vessel, fitting or pressure piping system:
          (a) must develop and implement a written quality control program manual
          that is appropriate for the scope of the work to be carried out and meets the
          requirements of any applicable code or standard;
          (b) must not commence the construction, installation, alteration or repair
          unless the quality control program manual is registered pursuant to section 23;
          and
          (c) must carry out the construction, installation, alteration or repair in
          accordance with the registered quality control program manual.
     (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a person who holds a valid contractor’s licence
     issued pursuant to The Gas Licensing Act with respect to the installation of low
     pressure boilers and associated pressure equipment with thermal inputs that are
     within the limits of the authority conferred by the licence issued to that person
     pursuant to The Gas Licensing Act.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s22.


Registration of quality control program manual
     23(1) A person who intends to construct, install, alter or repair a boiler, pressure
     vessel, fitting or pressure piping system must apply for registration of the quality
     control program manual required by section 22 to the chief inspector, together with
     the applicable fee.
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(2) Before making a decision with respect to an application pursuant to this section,
the chief inspector:
     (a) may require the applicant to provide any further information that the
     chief inspector considers necessary; and
     (b) may require an audit to be conducted, at the applicant’s expense, of
     the proposed quality control program, including an inspection of any boiler,
     pressure vessel or plant to which the application relates.
(3) With respect to an audit conducted pursuant to clause (2)(b), the applicant
shall pay the applicable fee.
(4) The chief inspector may register a quality control program manual and issue
a certificate of registration to the applicant if the chief inspector is satisfied, after
review of the manual by an inspector and after consideration of the results of any
audit conducted and any further information that the chief inspector considers
relevant, that the quality control program set out in the manual, if implemented:
     (a) will provide control over the activities to which the manual applies in
     accordance with the Act and these regulations; and
     (b) will not present a serious risk to public safety.
(5) Subject to subsection (6), a certificate of registration issued pursuant to
subsection (4) is valid for a period of up to 3 years from the date of issue.
(6) The chief inspector may:
     (a) impose any terms and conditions on a certificate of registration that the
     chief inspector considers advisable in the interest of public safety at the time
     the certificate of registration is issued or at any time during the period of
     validity of the certificate of registration; and
     (b) amend, vary, suspend, revoke or replace any terms and conditions imposed
     pursuant to clause (a).
(7) A person who holds a certificate of registration issued pursuant to subsection (4)
and who intends to change a procedure described in the quality control program
manual shall:
     (a) submit a copy of the proposed amendment to the manual to an inspector
     for review, together with the applicable fee;
     (b) not implement the amended procedure until an inspector has approved
     the amendment; and
     (c) file a copy of the amendment with the chief inspector as soon as possible
     after an inspector has approved it.
                                              8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s23.
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Audit
     24(1) An inspector may conduct an audit for the purpose of determining whether
     or not the holder of a certificate of registration with respect to a quality control
     program manual is carrying out the activities to which the manual applies in
     accordance with the manual.
     (2) With respect to an audit conducted pursuant to subsection (1), the holder of a
     certificate of authorization shall pay the applicable fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s24.


Reissuance of certificate of registration
     25 The chief inspector may reissue a certificate of registration for a quality control
     program manual to an applicant in the name of a successor to the original holder
     of the certificate if the applicant:
          (a) provides evidence satisfactory to the chief inspector that the applicant is
          the successor to the original holder of the certificate; and
          (b) pays the applicable fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s25.


Contractor’s licence
     26(1) No person shall engage in the business of constructing, installing, altering or
     repairing boilers, pressure vessels, fittings, pressure piping systems or refrigeration
     plants unless the person holds a valid contractor’s licence.
     (2) An application for a contractor’s licence must:
          (a) set out the scope of the work that the applicant intends to engage in; and
          (b) be accompanied by the applicable fee.
     (3) The chief inspector may issue a contractor’s licence to an applicant if the chief
     inspector is satisfied that the applicant holds valid certificates of registration for a
     quality control program and welding procedures that cover the proposed scope of
     work to which the licence applies.
     (4) A licence issued pursuant to subsection (3) is valid for a period of up to 3 years
     from the date of issue.
     (5) The chief inspector may issue a contractor’s licence to an applicant if the chief
     inspector is satisfied that the applicant holds a valid gas contractor’s licence issued
     pursuant to The Gas Licensing Act.
     (6) A licence issued pursuant to subsection (5) is limited to the installation of low
     pressure boilers and associated equipment with thermal inputs that are within
     the limits of the authority conferred by the licence issued pursuant to The Gas
     Licensing Act.
     (7) A licence issued pursuant to subsection (5) expires at the same time as the gas
     contractor’s licence expires.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s26.
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Inspections ‑ construction
    27(1) A contractor who constructs a boiler, pressure vessel, fitting, pressure piping
    system or refrigeration plant must ensure that a shop inspection of the boiler,
    pressure vessel, fitting, pressure piping system or refrigeration plant is conducted
    in accordance with the applicable code specified in clause 4(1)(a) or (b), as the case
    may be.
    (2) With respect to the construction of a boiler, pressure vessel, fitting, pressure
    piping system, refrigeration plant or other equipment, a contractor shall pay the
    applicable fee.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s27.




                                       DIVISION 2
                                  Welding Requirements
Welding procedures required
    28(1) A person who intends to construct, alter or repair any boiler, pressure vessel,
    fitting or pressure piping system by welding shall:
          (a) subject to subsection (2), develop and qualify by testing, procedures in
          accordance with the applicable code specified in clause 4(3)(h);
          (b) not commence the construction, alteration or repair unless the procedures
          have been registered pursuant to section 29; and
          (c) carry out the construction, alteration or repair in accordance with the
          registered procedures.
    (2) A person mentioned in subsection (1) may carry out the activities mentioned in
    subsection (1) in accordance with any of the ANSI/AWS standard welding procedures
    set out in the NBBI code, but must submit those procedures for registration pursuant
    to section 29.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s28.


Registration of welding procedures
    29(1) A person who intends to construct, install, alter or repair a boiler, pressure
    vessel, fitting or pressure piping system by welding must apply for registration of
    the welding procedures required by section 28 to the chief inspector, together with
    the applicable fee.
    (2) The chief inspector may register a welding procedure and assign a registration
    number to the procedure if, after a review by an inspector, the chief inspector is
    satisfied that the procedure meets the requirements of the applicable code specified
    in clause 4(3)(h).
    (3) The chief inspector may accept for registration without review any of the
    ANSI/AWS standard welding procedures set out in the NBBI code.
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     (4) A person mentioned in subsection (1) must:
           (a) ensure that copies of a registered welding procedures are kept at any
           worksite at which the procedure is to be used; and
           (b) ensure that any welding on a boiler, pressure vessel, fitting or pressure
           piping system is carried out in accordance with that procedure.
     (5) If a person mentioned in subsection (1) wishes to make a change in a registered
     welding procedure, the person must submit the proposed amendment to the chief
     inspector for registration in accordance with this section, together with the applicable
     fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s29.


Compliance with section 16 of Act
     30 For the purposes of section 16 of the Act, a person is qualified to perform a
     welding process in the construction, alteration or repair of a boiler, pressure vessel
     or pressure piping system if:
           (a) the person holds a valid pressure welder’s licence issued pursuant to
           Division 3 of Part 11; and
           (b) the welding process is within the scope of the welding processes authorized
           by the licence mentioned in clause (a).
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s30.




                                         DIVISION 3
                                 Installation Requirements
Permit to install, alter or repair
     31 A contractor shall:
           (a) report the installation, alteration or repair of a boiler or pressure vessel to
           the chief inspector in the manner and form specified by the chief inspector; and
           (b) pay the applicable fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s31.


Inspection fees ‑ installation, etc.
     32 A contractor or owner shall pay the applicable fee to cover the cost of the
     acceptance inspection on the installation, alteration or repair work.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s32.
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                                          PART 4
                                    Equipment Licensing
Exemptions ‑ owner’s licence to operate
    33 For the purposes of clause 5(1)(c) of the Act, the owner of any of the following
    classes of pressure vessels is not required to hold a licence to operate the pressure
    vessel in question:
          (a) an air receiver with a volume of 800 litres or less;
          (b) a propane vessel used in a vehicle as a fuel tank;
          (c) a propane storage vessel with a capacity of 30 000 litres or less that forms
          part of a distribution facility that:
                (i) is used to dispense propane to the public; and
                (ii) is licensed pursuant to The Gas Licensing Act;
          (d) a propane storage vessel with a capacity of 7 500 litres or less that is used
          for heating purposes in a building or at a construction site or oil field;
          (e) a propane storage vessel with a capacity of 30 000 litres or less that is
          used for heating purposes on a farm.
                                                        8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s33.


Owner’s licence to operate ‑ boiler, etc., in service
    34(1) An owner of a boiler or pressure vessel that is in service in Saskatchewan
    shall apply for a licence authorizing the operation of the boiler or pressure vessel
    not later than June 30 in each year.
    (2) An owner shall provide payment of the applicable fee with the application
    pursuant to subsection (1) for the type and capacity of the boiler or pressure vessel.
    (3) A licence issued pursuant to this section expires on June 30 of the year following
    the year of issuance.
                                                        8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s34.


Acceptance and installation inspections ‑ new, repaired or altered pressure vessels or boilers
    35(1) Subject to subsections (2) and (3), no person shall put into operation any
    boiler or pressure vessel until the boiler or pressure vessel has passed an acceptance
    inspection conducted by an inspector.
    (2) Subject to subsection (3), a quality management system company shall not
    put into operation any boiler or pressure vessel until the boiler or pressure vessel
    has passed an installation inspection conducted by a licensed pressure equipment
    inspector of the appropriate class under the requirements of the quality management
    system program.
    (3) Following an installation inspection in subsection (2), an acceptance inspection
    is required to be conducted by an inspector but may be performed after the boiler,
    pressure vessel or plant has been placed in operation.
                                                        8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s35.
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Owner’s licence to operate ‑ new or out‑of‑service boiler, etc.
     36(1) An owner who intends to put into service a new boiler or pressure vessel or
     a boiler or pressure vessel that is installed but not currently in service must apply
     to the chief inspector in accordance with this section for a licence authorizing the
     operation of the boiler or pressure vessel.
     (2) In the case of a new boiler or pressure vessel, an application pursuant to
     subsection (1) must be made after the initial installation is completed and before
     the boiler or pressure vessel is put into service.
     (3) In the case of a boiler or pressure vessel that is installed but not currently in
     service, an application pursuant to subsection (1) must be made before the boiler
     or pressure vessel is put into service.
     (4) An application pursuant to subsection (1) must be accompanied by the applicable
     fee.
     (5) The chief inspector may issue to the applicant a licence to operate the boiler or
     pressure vessel as owner if, after conducting an inspection, an inspector or licensed
     pressure equipment inspector issues an inspection certificate with respect to the
     boiler or pressure vessel.
     (6) A licence issued pursuant to subsection (5) expires on June 30 following the
     date of issuance.
                                                      8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s36.


Owner’s licence to operate plant
     37 For the purposes of clause 5(1)(c) of the Act, an owner is deemed to hold a valid
     licence to operate a plant if the owner who holds a valid licence to operate:
          (a) each boiler constituting a boiler plant; or
          (b) each pressure vessel constituting a refrigeration plant.
                                                      8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s37.




                                         PART 5
                                Operational Requirements

                                        DIVISION 1
                                    Definitions for Part
Definitions for Part
     38 In this Part:
          “automatic control” means, with respect to a boiler or plant, that the starting,
          stopping, restarting or modulation of the operation of the boiler or plant is
          carried out by one or more devices without the intervention of a person;
          “continuous supervision” means, with respect to a boiler or plant, that a
          person holding a licence of the appropriate class to operate the boiler or plant
          is personally present at all times on the premises:
                (a) within range of the audible or visual alarm for the boiler or plant; and
                (b) in the primary control area where the person can provide manual
                control of the operation of the boiler or plant;
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“general supervision”:
     (a) with respect to a boiler or a plant other than a refrigeration plant,
     means that a person holding a licence of the appropriate class to operate
     the boiler or plant:
          (i) manually starts the boiler or plant whenever the boiler or plant
          is not under automatic control and restarting is required;
          (ii) does not leave the premises without ensuring that the boiler
          or plant is operating under automatic control; and
          (iii) visits the boiler or plant at least once during each 24‑hour
          period to ensure that all controls, alarms and safety devices required
          by these regulations are operational; and
     (b) with respect to a refrigeration plant, means that a person holding a
     licence of the appropriate class to operate the refrigeration plant:
          (i) manually starts the refrigeration plant whenever the
          refrigeration plant is not under automatic control and restarting
          is required; and
          (ii) does not leave the premises without ensuring that the
          refrigeration plant is operating under automatic control;
“guarded plant licence” means a licence issued pursuant to subsection 35(2)
of the Act;
“licence of the appropriate class” means a licence that is appropriate in
relation to:
     (a) the type and capacity of the boiler or plant in question; and
     (b) the capacity in which the holder of the licence is to act;
“manual control” means, with respect to a boiler or plant, that the starting,
stopping, restarting or modulation of the operation of the boiler or plant is
carried out by the intervention of a person;
“periodic supervision” means, with respect to a boiler or plant, that a person
holding a licence of the appropriate class to operate the boiler or plant:
     (a) manually starts the boiler or plant whenever the boiler or plant is
     not operating under automatic control and restarting is required;
     (b) is personally present on the premises within range of the audible
     or visual alarm for that boiler or plant whenever the boiler or plant is
     being operated and any building containing or serviced by the boiler or
     plant is occupied;
     (c) does not leave the premises while the boiler or plant is operating
     without ensuring that:
          (i) the boiler or plant is operating safely under automatic control;
          (ii) all of the devices required pursuant to section 46 for the boiler
          or plant are operational; and
          (iii) any building containing or serviced by the operating boiler or
          plant is unoccupied; and
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          (d) while the boiler or plant is operating, visits the boiler or plant at least
          once during each 24‑hour period in which the building containing or serviced by
          the boiler or plant is unoccupied to ensure that the boiler or plant is operating
          safely under automatic control.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s38.




                                   DIVISION 2
     Capacity of Boilers, Boiler Plants, Organic Rankine Cycle Waste Heat
                  Recovery Systems and Refrigeration Plant
Capacity of boilers and organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery systems
     39(1) For the purposes of the Act and these regulations, the capacity of a boiler or
     an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system is determined in accordance
     with this section.
     (2) Subject to subsection (4), the capacity of any boiler or organic rankine cycle
     waste heat recovery system other than an electric boiler is calculated in accordance
     with the following formula:
          C = A x 10.8
     where:
          C is the capacity in kilowatts; and
          A is the area of the heating surface in square metres as determined in
          accordance with section 40.
     (3) Subject to subsection (4), the capacity in kilowatts of an electric boiler is the
     capacity in kilowatts of the heating element.
     (4) If the area of the heating surface of a boiler mentioned in subsection (2) or the
     capacity in kilowatts of the heating element of an electric boiler is not known, the
     capacity of the boiler is calculated in accordance with the following formula:
                  I
          C=
                5400

     where:
          C is the capacity in kilowatts; and
          I is the hourly joule input of the boiler in kilojoules.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s39.


Area of boiler or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system heating surfaces
     40(1) The area of the heating surface of a boiler or organic rankine cycle waste
     heat recovery system is to be determined in accordance with this section.
     (2) If a portion of the heating surface of a boiler is part of a circulating system
     that, on one side, is in contact with water or steam being heated and, on the other
     side, is in contact with gas or refractory being cooled, the area of that portion of the
     heating surface is to be measured on the side receiving heat.
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    (3) If a portion of the heating surface of a boiler is outside of the furnace, the area
    of the heating surface outside of the furnace, including the area of any extended
    surface, is to be measured in accordance with the following formula:
          A=CxL
    where:
          A is the area in square metres;
          C is the circumference of the boiler tubes in metres; and
          L is the length of the boiler tubes in metres.
    (4) Subject to subsections (5) to (7), the area of waterwall heating surface within
    the furnace, including any extended surface on the furnace, is to be measured as
    the projected tube area in accordance with the following formula:
          Apt = D x L
    where:
          Apt is the projected tube area in square metres;
          D is the diameter in metres; and
          L is the length in metres.
    (5) For the purposes of subsection (4), only the areas of tubes, fire boxes, shells
    and tubesheets and the projected areas of headers are to be considered.
    (6) In the case of a vertical firetube steam boiler, only the portion of the tube
    surface up to the middle of the gauge glass is to be considered for the purposes of
    subsection (4).
    (7) In the case of a low pressure hot water boiler of the coil or fin‑tube type, the
    projected area of the water tube is deemed to be the area of the water‑wetted surface,
    excluding any extended finned surface.
    (8) In the case of an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system, the heating
    surface is the water wetted surface, excluding any extended finned surface, of any
    part of the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system that is in contact
    with the organic fluid under pressure on one side and waste heat from a machine
    performing work or from an industrial process measured on the side receiving heat.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s40.


Capacity of boiler plants ‑ two or more high pressure boilers
    41(1) Subject to subsection (2), the capacity of a boiler plant comprising two or
    more high pressure boilers is the capacity of the largest of those boilers.
    (2) The capacity of a boiler plant comprising two or more high pressure boilers
    that are connected to a common distribution system and fitted so as to be capable
    of being operated is the sum of the capacities, expressed in kilowatts, of all boilers
    connected to the distribution system.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s41.
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Capacity of boiler plants ‑ two or more low pressure boilers
     42 The capacity of a boiler plant comprising two or more low pressure boilers,
     whether or not they are connected to a common distribution system, is the capacity,
     expressed in kilowatts, of the largest boiler installed.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s42.


Capacity of organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system plants ‑ two or more
     43(1) Subject to subsection (2), the capacity of an organic rankine cycle waste
     heat recovery system plant comprising two or more organic rankine cycle waste
     heat recovery systems is the capacity of the largest of those organic rankine cycle
     waste heat recovery systems.
     (2) The capacity of an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system plant
     comprising two or more organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery systems that are
     connected to a common distribution system and fitted so as to be capable of being
     operated is the sum of the capacities, expressed in kilowatts, of all organic rankine
     cycle waste heat recovery systems connected to the distribution system.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s43.


Plants comprising high and low pressure boilers
     44(1) In this section, “mixed boiler plant” means a boiler plant comprising both
     high pressure boilers and low pressure boilers.
     (2) Subject to subsection (3):
          (a) a mixed boiler plant is deemed to be a high pressure boiler plant; and
          (b) the capacity of a mixed boiler plant is the capacity of the boiler plant
          determined in accordance with section 41.
     (3) If the capacity of a mixed boiler plant determined pursuant to clause (2)(b) would
     result in a lower class of operator’s licence being required pursuant to section 122
     than if the capacity of the mixed plant were the capacity of the largest low pressure
     boiler installed:
          (a) the mixed boiler plant is deemed to be a low pressure boiler plant; and
          (b) the capacity of the mixed boiler plant is the capacity of the largest low
          pressure boiler installed.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s44.


Capacity of refrigeration plants
     45(1) Subject to subsection (2), the capacity of a refrigeration plant is the
     manufacturer’s standard rating in tonnes of refrigeration.
     (2) If the manufacturer’s standard rating in tonnes of refrigeration is not
     known, the capacity of a refrigeration plant is calculated in accordance with
     the following formula:
                 Dp
          C=
                135

     where:
          C is the capacity of the refrigeration plant in tonnes; and
          DP is the piston displacement in litres per minute.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s45.
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                                       DIVISION 3
                                     Guarded Plants
Additional requirements for guarded plants
    46 Each boiler or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system in a guarded
    plant must meet the technical requirements established by the chief inspector
    respecting the safe operation of the type of plant and facility, including the following:
         (a) instrumentation alternative requirements;
         (b) periodic monitoring;
         (c)   inspection;
         (d)   maintenance;
         (e) incident response capacity;
         (f) record keeping;
         (g) restriction of access;
         (h) any other applicable duties of the owner of the guarded plant.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s46.


Guarded plant licence
    47(1) Subject to subsections (6) to (9), a guarded plant licence authorizes the
    holder of the licence to operate, in the capacity of owner, the boiler, organic rankine
    cycle waste heat recovery system, or plant specified in the licence with a degree of
    supervision that complies with:
         (a) section 48, 50 or 51;
         (b) subsection 35(3) of the Act; and
         (c) any terms and conditions set out in the licence.
    (2) An applicant for a guarded plant licence must:
         (a) identify the location of the proposed guarded plant and the purpose for
         which the proposed guarded plant is to be used;
         (b) identify each boiler or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system
         to which the application relates;
         (c) set out the type and capacity of each boiler or organic rankine cycle waste
         heat recovery system to which the application relates;
         (d) satisfy the chief inspector that each boiler or organic rankine cycle waste
         heat recovery system to which the application relates meets the requirements
         mentioned in section 46; and
         (e) pay the applicable fee with the application.
    (3) Before making a decision with respect to an application pursuant to
    subsection (2), the chief inspector may require the applicant to provide any further
    information that the chief inspector considers necessary.
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     (4) The chief inspector may issue a guarded plant licence to an applicant if the chief
     inspector is satisfied that each boiler or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery
     system to which the application applies:
             (a) meets the requirements mentioned in section 46; and
             (b) if operated as a guarded plant in accordance with these regulations, will
             not present a serious risk to public safety.
     (5) A guarded plant licence is valid for a period of up to 3 years from the date of issue.
     (6) Notwithstanding that a guarded plant licence has not expired and has not been
     cancelled or suspended pursuant to section 9 of the Act, if the technical requirements
     established by the chief inspector or by any term or condition of the guarded plant
     licence become inoperative or, for any reason, cease to be capable of performing the
     function for which they were intended, the guarded status of the boiler, organic
     rankine cycle waste heat recovery system, or plant to which the guarded plant
     licence applies is automatically suspended when the device or system ceases to
     operate or perform its function.
     (7) During a period in which guarded status is suspended pursuant to subsection (6),
     the owner shall ensure that the boiler or plant is not operated except under conditions
     of continuous supervision.
     (8) During a period in which guarded status is suspended pursuant to subsection (6),
     the owner shall ensure that an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system is
     not operated except under conditions of periodic supervision.
     (9) A period of suspension pursuant to subsection (6) or (7) continues until the
     device or system has been repaired and an inspector has been notified of the repair.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s47.




                                       DIVISION 4
                                Operational Requirements
Supervision ‑ high pressure boilers, plants
     48(1)     Subject to subsection (2), this section applies to:
             (a) high pressure boilers with a capacity greater than 150 kilowatts; and
             (b) high pressure boiler plants with a capacity greater than 150 kilowatts.
     (2) This section does not apply to steam traction engines.
     (3) No owner of a boiler or boiler plant to which this section applies shall cause or
     permit the boiler or boiler plant to be operated unless a chief engineer who holds a
     valid licence of the appropriate class:
             (a) has been designated by the owner to fulfil the responsibilities of the chief
             engineer set out in section 52; and
             (b) is not responsible for the operation of any other boiler or boiler plant
             unless authorized by the chief inspector.
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    (4) Subject to subsection (5), no owner of a boiler or boiler plant to which this
    section applies shall cause or permit the boiler or boiler plant to be operated unless
    continuous supervision is provided by the chief engineer or by a person who holds
    a valid licence of the appropriate class authorizing the holder to operate the boiler
    or boiler plant in the capacity of shift engineer.
    (5) If the owner of a boiler or boiler plant to which this section applies holds a valid
    guarded plant licence for it, the chief inspector may authorize:
            (a) the licence holder providing continuous supervision to the boiler or boiler
            plant to be absent from the immediate control area of the boiler or boiler plant
            while it is in operation, but not from the premises on which the boiler or boiler
            plant is situated;
            (b) the operation of the boiler or boiler plant under periodic supervision if the
            boiler or boiler plant has a capacity of 1 000 kilowatts or less; or
            (c) the operation of the boiler or boiler plant under general supervision if the
            boiler or boiler plant has a capacity of 500 kilowatts or less.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s48.


Operation of antique boilers
    49 If a lap seam rivetted boiler is 20 years old or older:
            (a) no person shall operate the boiler unless the factor of safety is increased
            by 0.1 for each year or part of a year by which the age of the boiler exceeds 20
            years; and
            (b) if the boiler is relocated, no person shall operate the boiler at a pressure
            greater than 103 kilopascals.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s49.


Supervision ‑ low pressure boilers, plants
    50(1)     This section applies to:
            (a) low pressure boilers with a capacity greater than 500 kilowatts; and
            (b) low pressure boiler plants with a capacity greater than 500 kilowatts.
    (2) No owner of a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity
    greater than 1 000 kilowatts shall cause or permit the boiler or boiler plant to
    be operated unless a chief engineer who holds a valid fifth class or higher power
    engineer’s licence:
            (a) has been designated by the owner to fulfil the responsibilities of the chief
            engineer set out in section 52; and
            (b) is responsible for the operation of not more than two low pressure boilers
            or low pressure boiler plants unless authorized by the chief inspector.
    (3) Subject to subsection (4), no owner of a boiler or boiler plant to which this
    section applies shall cause or permit the boiler or boiler plant to be operated unless
    continuous supervision is provided by the chief engineer or by a person who holds a
    valid fireman boiler operator licence or a valid power engineer’s licence of any class.
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     (4) If the owner of a boiler or boiler plant to which this section applies holds a valid
     guarded plant licence for it, the chief inspector may:
          (a) authorize the licence holder providing continuous supervision to the boiler
          or boiler plant to be absent from the immediate control area of the boiler or
          boiler plant while it is in operation, but not from the premises on which the
          boiler or boiler plant is situated;
          (b) authorize the operation of the boiler or boiler plant under periodic
          supervision if the boiler or boiler plant has a capacity greater than 2 000
          kilowatts; or
          (c) authorize the operation of the boiler or boiler plant under general
          supervision if the boiler or boiler plant has a capacity of 2 000 kilowatts or less.
     (5) A low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity of 1 000
     kilowatts or less may be operated under general supervision without a guarded
     plant licence if the boiler or, in the case of a boiler plant, each boiler, is fitted with
     a low‑water fuel cut‑off device that:
          (a) is designed to shut off the fuel supply if the water level in the boiler falls
          below a safe level;
          (b) is installed so that it cannot be rendered inoperative by the manipulation
          of a manual control or regulating apparatus;
          (c)   can be tested under operational conditions; and
          (d)   is tested daily to ensure that it is operating effectively.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s50.


Supervision ‑ organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery systems
     51(1) This section applies to organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery systems
     with a capacity greater than 500 kilowatts.
     (2) No owner of an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system to which this
     section applies shall cause or permit the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery
     system to be operated unless a competent operator:
          (a) has been designated by the owner to fulfil the responsibilities of the
          competent operator set out in subsection 52(2); and
          (b) is not responsible for the operation of any other organic rankine cycle
          waste heat recovery system unless authorized to do so by the chief inspector.
     (3) Subject to subsection (4), no owner of an organic rankine cycle waste heat
     recovery system to which this section applies shall cause or permit the organic
     rankine cycle waste heat recovery system to be operated unless continuous
     supervision is provided by a competent operator fully trained on all of the organic
     rankine cycle waste heat recovery system’s operating procedures.
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    (4) If the owner of an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system to which
    this section applies holds a valid guarded plant licence for it, the chief inspector
    may authorize:
            (a) the operation of the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system
            under periodic supervision if the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery
            system has a capacity greater than 2 000 kilowatts; or
            (b) the operation of the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system
            under general supervision if the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery
            system has a capacity of 2 000 kilowatts or less.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s51.


Responsibilities of the chief engineer, competent operator or power engineer in charge
    52(1)     For a boiler or boiler plant, the chief engineer must:
            (a) oversee, instruct and monitor persons who operate or assist in the
            operation of the boiler or boiler plant to ensure those persons carry out their
            activities or fulfil their responsibilities safely and in accordance with this
            Act, the regulations and the terms and conditions of any licence, certificate or
            permit required by this Act or the regulations;
            (b) ensure that the log book is updated and maintained in accordance with
            section 55;
            (c) ensure that the boiler or boiler plant is supervised in accordance with the
            recommendations set out in the applicable code specified in clause 4(3)(e) or (f);
            (d) ensure that an accurate record is kept of the boiler or boiler plant’s checks
            as set out in the applicable code specified in clause 4(3)(e) or (f);
            (e) while a boiler is in operation, ensure that checks are conducted:
                 (i) at least every 2 hours for boilers or boiler plants that are required to
                 be operated under continuous supervision;
                 (ii) at least once during each 24‑hour period for boilers or boiler plants
                 that are required to be operated under general supervision; or
                 (iii) at the beginning, end, and one additional time in a 24‑hour period
                 while a building is occupied and at least once during each 24‑hour period
                 while a building is unoccupied for boilers or boiler plants that are required
                 to be operated under periodic supervision;
            (f) notify the owner of the boiler or boiler plant and the chief inspector of
            any unsafe condition, accident or fire involving the pressure equipment of the
            plant; and
            (g) meet any additional requirements established by the chief inspector
            respecting the safe operation of the boiler or boiler plant.
    (2) For an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system, the competent
    operator must:
            (a) ensure that the log book is updated and maintained in accordance with
            section 55;
            (b) ensure that the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system is
            supervised in accordance with established operating procedures;
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          (c) ensure that an accurate record is kept of the organic rankine cycle waste
          heat recovery system’s checks as set out in the operating procedures;
          (d) while an organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system is in operation,
          ensure that checks are conducted:
               (i) at least every 2 hours for organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery
               systems that are required to be operated under continuous supervision;
               (ii) at least once during each 24‑hour period for organic rankine cycle
               waste heat recovery systems that are required to be operated under
               general supervision; or
               (iii) at the beginning, end, and one additional time in a 24‑hour period
               while a building is occupied and at least once during each 24‑hour
               period while a building is unoccupied for organic rankine cycle waste
               heat recovery systems that are required to be operated under periodic
               supervision;
          (e) notify the owner of the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system
          and the chief inspector of any unsafe condition, accident or fire involving the
          pressure equipment of the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system;
          and
          (f) meet any additional requirements established by the chief inspector
          respecting the safe operation of the organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery
          system.
     (3) For low pressure boiler or boiler plants not greater than 1 000 kilowatts, the
     owner must:
          (a) assign the number of power engineers in charge that are necessary to
          meet the operating requirements of section 50; and
          (b) supervise and direct the power engineers in charge to meet the
          requirements of subsection (4).
     (4) For low pressure boiler or boiler plants not greater than 1 000 kilowatts, the
     power engineer in charge must:
          (a) ensure that the log book is updated and maintained in accordance with
          section 55;
          (b) ensure that the boiler or boiler plant is supervised in accordance with
          the recommendations set out in the applicable code specified in clause 4(3)(e);
          (c) ensure that an accurate record is kept of the boiler or boiler plant’s checks
          as set out in the applicable code specified in clause 4(3)(e);
          (d) while a boiler is in operation, ensure that checks are conducted:
               (i) at least every 2 hours for boilers or boiler plants that are required to
               be operated under continuous supervision;
               (ii) at least once during each 24‑hour period for boilers or boiler plants
               that are required to be operated under general supervision; or
               (iii) at the beginning, end, and one additional time in a 24‑hour period
               while a building is occupied and at least once during each 24‑hour period
               while a building is unoccupied for boilers or boiler plants that are required
               to be operated under periodic supervision;
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          (e) notify the owner of the boiler or boiler plant and the chief inspector of
          any unsafe condition, accident or fire involving the pressure equipment of the
          boiler or boiler plant; and
          (f) meet any additional requirements established by the chief inspector
          respecting the safe operation of the boiler or boiler plant.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s52.


Supervision ‑ refrigeration plants
    53(1) No owner of a refrigeration plant with a capacity greater than 45 tonnes
    but not greater than 100 tonnes shall cause or permit the refrigeration plant to be
    operated unless it is operated under general supervision by a holder of a refrigeration
    plant operator’s licence, a holder of a refrigeration engineer’s licence or the holder
    of a power engineer’s licence of the appropriate class.
    (2) No owner of a refrigeration plant with a capacity greater than 100 tonnes shall
    cause or permit the refrigeration plant to be operated unless it is operated under
    general supervision by a holder of a refrigeration engineer’s licence or the holder of
    a power engineer’s licence of the appropriate class.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s53.


Compliance with section 33 of Act
    54(1) Subject to subsection (2), compliance with section 48, 49, 50 or 51 is deemed
    to be compliance with subsection 33(1) of the Act.
    (2) For boilers, plants and organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery systems that
    are not described in section 48, 49, 50 or 51:
          (a) no certificate of qualification is required pursuant to clause 33(1)(a) of
          the Act for persons responsible for the operation of the boiler, plant or organic
          rankine cycle waste heat recovery systems; and
          (b) no certificate of qualification is prescribed pursuant to clause 33(1)(b) of
          the Act for persons who are to be in personal attendance on the boiler, boiler
          plant or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery systems.
    (3) The provision of supervision with respect to a boiler, plant or organic rankine
    cycle waste heat recovery system in accordance with section 48, 49, 50 or 51 is deemed
    to be compliance with the requirement for personal attendance on the boiler, plant or
    organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system at all times by a person possessing
    the prescribed certificate of qualification as set out in clause 33(1)(b) of the Act.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s54.


Log books
    55(1) Subject to subsection (4), the owner of a boiler, boiler plant or organic rankine
    cycle waste heat recovery system for which supervision is required shall:
          (a) provide a log book in which all information relevant to the operation of
          the boiler, boiler plant or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system is
          to be recorded;
          (b) subject to subsection (3), ensure that all information relevant to the
          operation of the boiler, boiler plant or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery
          system is recorded promptly in the log book by the appropriate person in
          accordance with this section;
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          (c) ensure that the log book is kept at the site of the boiler, boiler plant or
          organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system; and
          (d) ensure that the log book and any information kept pursuant to
          subsection (3) is available for inspection in written or printed form for at least 5
          years from the date of the last entry.
     (2) Without limiting the generality of subsection (1), log book entries must include:
          (a) with respect to each shift:
               (i) the time, date, number or designation of the shift;
               (ii) the printed name and signature of the person providing the
               supervision of the boiler, boiler plant or organic rankine cycle waste heat
               recovery system required by these regulations; and
               (iii) the boiler or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system
               conditions observed during the shift;
          (b) a description of any abnormal boiler, boiler plant or organic rankine
          cycle waste heat recovery system condition observed and any corrective action
          required or taken;
          (c) any order given that is contrary to, or in addition to, the normal operating
          procedures, the name of the person giving the order, the time at which the
          order was given and the reason for giving the order;
          (d) a description of any preventive maintenance procedures carried out,
          including the testing and recording of all operation logging, control, alarm and
          safety systems, and the time at which the procedures were carried out; and
          (e) a description of any repairs carried out on any part of the boiler, boiler
          plant or organic rankine cycle waste heat recovery system and the name of
          any person who carried out the repairs.
     (3) The information required pursuant to clauses (2)(d) and (e) does not have to
     be entered in the log book if it is recorded separately in records that are readily
     available to an inspector.
     (4) The chief inspector may authorize the owner of a boiler, boiler plant or organic
     rankine cycle waste heat recovery system to keep the information required by this
     section in an electronic form rather than in a log book if the information can be
     made available in printed form to an inspector at any time.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s55.




                                        PART 6
                                  Periodic Inspections
Application of Part
     56(1) This Part applies to the periodic inspection, as required pursuant to
     subsection 17(1) of the Act, of a boiler, pressure vessel or plant that is in use or
     operation.
     (2) Compliance with section 57 or 58 with respect to each boiler in a boiler plant is
     deemed to be compliance with subsection 17(1) of the Act with respect to the boiler
     plant and any pressure piping systems used in association with the boiler plant.
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    (3) Compliance with section 60 with respect to each refrigeration vessel in a
    refrigeration plant is deemed to be compliance with subsection 17(1) of the Act
    with respect to the refrigeration plant and any refrigeration equipment used in
    association with the refrigeration plant.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s56.


High pressure boilers
    57(1)     Subject to subsections (2) to (5), a high pressure boiler must be inspected:
            (a) at intervals not exceeding 1 year; or
            (b) if the owner holds a valid certificate of authorization for a quality
            management system that applies to the boiler, at the frequency specified in
            the quality management system.
    (2) Subject to subsections (3) to (5), a high pressure boiler that is being operated
    pursuant to a quality management system may be inspected at intervals not
    exceeding 3 years if:
            (a) the boiler is operated under the supervision of a person who holds a licence
            to operate a high pressure boiler of that capacity;
            (b) a program of continuous boiler water treatment is implemented and
            maintained for the purpose of controlling and limiting corrosion and deposits;
            (c) a daily analysis of water samples is performed that adequately shows the
            conditions of the boiler water, the elements present in the boiler water and
            any characteristics of the boiler water that are capable of producing corrosion
            or other deterioration of the boiler or its parts; and
            (d) the following information is recorded in the log book required by section 55:
                 (i) the results of the analyses conducted pursuant to clause (c);
                 (ii) with respect to each instance in which the boiler is out of service:
                        (A) the date on which the boiler goes out of service;
                        (B) the length of time for which the boiler is out of service;
                        (C) the reason for the boiler being out of service.
    (3) An owner may make application to the chief inspector to temporarily extend
    the inspection interval in clause (1)(a) if the owner demonstrates exceptional
    circumstances exist that would make strict compliance with the inspection interval
    impracticable.
    (4) Subject to subsection (5), the chief inspector may temporarily extend the
    inspection interval subject to any terms and conditions the chief inspector considers
    appropriate, if the chief inspector is satisfied that the temporary extension is not
    inconsistent with safe practice.
    (5) The combined period for a temporary extension or multiple temporary
    extensions must not exceed 1 year from the original inspection interval.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s57.
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Low pressure boilers
     58(1)     Subject to subsections (2) to (5), a low pressure boiler must be inspected:
             (a) at intervals, as determined by the chief inspector, having regard to the
             service conditions and risk factors associated with the boiler, not exceeding 2
             years; or
             (b) if the owner holds a valid certificate of authorization for a quality
             management system that applies to the boiler, at the frequency specified in
             the quality management system.
     (2) Subject to subsections (3) to (5), a low pressure hot water heating boiler of the
     coil or fin‑tube type may be inspected at intervals not exceeding 4 years.
     (3) An owner may make application to the chief inspector to temporarily extend
     the interval in clause (1)(a) if the owner demonstrates exceptional circumstances
     exist that would make strict compliance with the inspection interval impracticable.
     (4) Subject to subsection (5), the chief inspector may temporarily extend the
     inspection interval subject to any terms and conditions the chief inspector considers
     appropriate, if the chief inspector is satisfied that the temporary extension is not
     inconsistent with safe practice.
     (5) The combined period for a temporary extension or multiple temporary
     extensions must not exceed 1 year from the original inspection interval.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s58.


Pressure vessels
     59(1)     Subject to subsections (2) to (4), a pressure vessel must be inspected:
             (a) at intervals, as determined by the chief inspector, having regard to the
             service conditions and risk factors associated with the pressure vessel, not
             exceeding 10 years; or
             (b) if the owner holds a valid certificate of authorization for a quality
             management system that applies to the pressure vessel, at the frequency
             specified in the quality management system.
     (2) An owner may make application to the chief inspector to temporarily extend
     the interval in clause (1)(a) if the owner demonstrates exceptional circumstances
     exist that would make strict compliance with the inspection interval impracticable.
     (3) Subject to subsection (4), the chief inspector may temporarily extend the
     inspection interval subject to any terms and conditions the chief inspector considers
     appropriate, if the chief inspector is satisfied that the temporary extension is not
     inconsistent with safe practice.
     (4) The combined period for a temporary extension or multiple temporary
     extensions must not exceed 1 year from the original inspection interval.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s59.
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Refrigeration vessels
    60(1)     Subject to subsections (2) to (4), a refrigeration vessel must be inspected:
            (a) at intervals, as determined by the chief inspector, having regard to the
            service conditions and risk factors associated with the refrigeration plant, not
            exceeding 2 years; or
            (b) if the owner holds a valid certificate of authorization for a quality
            management system that applies to the refrigeration plant, at the frequency
            specified in the quality management system.
    (2) An owner may make application to the chief inspector to temporarily extend
    the interval in clause (1)(a) if the owner demonstrates exceptional circumstances
    exist that would make strict compliance with the inspection interval impracticable.
    (3) Subject to subsection (4), the chief inspector may temporarily extend the
    inspection interval subject to any terms and conditions the chief inspector considers
    appropriate, if the chief inspector is satisfied that the temporary extension is not
    inconsistent with safe practice.
    (4) The combined period for a temporary extension or multiple temporary
    extensions must not exceed 1 year from the original inspection interval.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s60.


Internal inspection required
    61 Where construction and service conditions permit, a periodic inspection of a
    boiler, pressure vessel or refrigeration vessel must be an internal inspection.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s61.




                                       PART 7
                       Quality Management Systems of Inspections

                                       DIVISION 1
                                   Definitions for Part
Definitions for Part
    62 In this Part:
            “certificate of authorization” means a certificate of authorization issued
            pursuant to subsection 29(1) of the Act that authorizes the holder to implement
            a quality management system approved by the chief inspector;
            “designated inspection company” means a licensed inspection company
            that is designated by an owner or insurer to carry out a quality management
            system of inspection on behalf of an owner or insurer, pursuant to section 83;
            “designated pressure equipment inspector” means a licensed pressure
            equipment inspector who is designated by an owner or insurer for the purposes
            of a quality management system pursuant to section 65;
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          “established criteria” means, in relation to any equipment or activity, any
          requirement, applicable to the equipment or activity, set out in:
                (a) the Act;
                (b) these regulations;
                (c) any adopted code or standard;
                (d) any term or condition of a licence, permit or certificate issued
                pursuant to the Act or these regulations; and
                (e) any applicable code or standard as appropriate and selected by the
                owner;
          “licensed pressure equipment inspector” means a person who holds a
          valid pressure equipment inspector’s licence;
          “manual” means the manual required by section 67 for a quality management
          system;
          “propane storage vessel inspector” means a person authorized under a
          quality management system to perform inspections on propane storage vessels.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s62.




                                   DIVISION 2
                  Requirements for Quality Management Systems
Inspections by licensed pressure equipment inspectors
     63(1) Subject to subsection (2), an owner, insurer or inspection company must
     ensure that any inspection required by a quality management system is conducted
     by a licensed pressure equipment inspector whose licence authorizes the holder to
     conduct that inspection.
     (2) Subject to subsection (1), an owner of propane storage vessels must ensure
     that any inspection of a propane storage vessel required by a quality management
     system is conducted by a propane storage vessel inspector or a licensed pressure
     equipment inspector.
     (3) A component of an inspection that involves a process requiring expertise other
     than the expertise of a licensed pressure equipment inspector, such as radiographic or
     ultrasonic examination, may be performed by a person with technical qualifications
     appropriate to the process if the results of the process are covered by the inspection
     report of the licensed pressure equipment inspector responsible for the inspection.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s63.


Inspection certificates
     64(1) Subject to these regulations and any limitations set out in the certificate
     of authorization for a quality management system and the pressure equipment
     inspector’s licence, a licensed pressure equipment inspector who conducts an
     inspection pursuant to an approved quality management system may issue an
     inspection certificate stating that, in the opinion of the licensed pressure equipment
     inspector based on that inspection, the equipment inspected meets the requirements
     of the Act, these regulations and the quality management system.
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    (2) Subject to these regulations and any limitations set out in the certificate of
    authorization for a quality management system, the propane storage vessel inspector
    who conducts an inspection pursuant to an approved quality management system
    on a propane storage vessel may issue an inspection certificate stating that, in the
    opinion of the propane storage vessel inspector based on that inspection, the propane
    storage vessel inspected meets the requirements of the Act, these regulations and
    the quality management system.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s64.


Designated pressure equipment inspector or propane storage vessel inspector
    65 An owner or insurer must:
          (a) designate at least 1:
               (i) licensed pressure equipment inspector who holds a licence of the
               appropriate class for the purposes of conducting inspections pursuant to
               a quality management system; and
               (ii) in the case of propane storage vessels, a propane storage vessel
               inspector for the purposes of conducting inspections pursuant to a quality
               management system;
          (b) while a quality management system is in operation, ensure that there is
          at least one pressure equipment inspector designated pursuant to clause (a)
          at all times; and
          (c) notify the chief inspector immediately if the designation of a pressure
          equipment inspector or propane storage vessel inspector is terminated or a
          new designation is made.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s65.


Reports to chief inspector
    66(1) An owner or insurer must provide the chief inspector with reports, certified
    by a designated pressure equipment inspector or propane storage vessel inspector
    of the owner or insurer, with respect to all inspections made pursuant to a quality
    management system of the owner or insurer.
    (2) Reports required by subsection (1) must be made at any intervals that the chief
    inspector may require.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s66.


Manual
    67(1) An owner or insurer must prepare a manual that sets out in detail the quality
    management system that the owner, insurer or designated inspection company
    proposes to implement.
    (2) If a certificate of authorization is issued to an owner or insurer with respect to
    a proposed quality management system, the owner, insurer or inspection company
    must implement the quality management system in accordance with the manual.
    (3) A manual required by subsection (1) must contain:
          (a) a title page and table of contents;
          (b) an organization chart that identifies all positions involved in the quality
          management system and the reporting relationships to senior management
          with respect to the quality management system;
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          (c) a statement, signed by the most senior official at the site, that describes
          the authority of the person who is responsible for the implementation of the
          quality management system to carry out those responsibilities;
          (d) a description of the qualifications and responsibilities of the inspection
          personnel and other persons involved with the administration of the quality
          management system;
          (e) a comprehensive list and description of the equipment and piping systems
          to which the quality management system applies and the location of the
          equipment;
          (f) a full description of the substantive elements set out in sections 69 to 81;
          and
          (g) any other elements that the chief inspector may require.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s67.


Amendment or revision of manual
     68(1) An owner or insurer who wishes to amend or revise a manual:
          (a) must submit the proposed changes to the chief inspector; and
          (b) must not implement any change until the approval of the chief inspector
          has been granted.
     (2) If the chief inspector approves an amendment to, or revision of, a manual, the
     owner or insurer must incorporate in the manual a revision summary to identify
     the changes made and the status of the documents used in the quality management
     system.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s68.


Document and data control
     69 A quality management system must include a system for preparing, revising,
     approving and controlling documents and data required to implement the quality
     management system, including the manual, procedures, inspection plans, reports
     and forms.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s69.


Contract review
     70(1) A quality management system must include a system for preparing and
     negotiating contracts relating to pressure equipment and piping systems to ensure
     that:
          (a) any goods and services that are the subject of a contract meet the
          requirements of the Act and these regulations; and
          (b) each contract is verified and approved by a designated person.
     (2) The owner or insurer must designate in the manual the person or persons who
     are authorized to verify and approve contracts pursuant to subsection (1).
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s70.
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Purchasing
    71 A quality management system must include a system for ensuring that goods and
    services that are purchased meet the requirements of the Act and these regulations.
                                               8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s71.


Measuring and testing equipment
    72 A quality management system must include a system for calibrating and
    controlling the accuracy of equipment used in any measurements or tests to be
    carried out as part of any inspection process.
                                               8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s72.


Inspection of new equipment
    73 A quality management system must include a system for the inspection of new
    pressure equipment and piping systems and their installation to ensure that the
    requirements of any established criteria are met before the equipment and piping
    systems are put into service.
                                               8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s73.


Servicing pressure relief devices
    74(1) A quality management system must include a system for servicing pressure
    relief devices at regular intervals and governing the removal and replacement of
    pressure relief devices.
    (2) A system required by subsection (1) must include a system for establishing safe
    maximum intervals for the servicing of pressure relief devices.
                                               8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s74.


Control of special processes
    75(1) A quality management system must include systems to govern each special
    process that will be carried out on the premises to which the quality management
    system applies.
    (2) A system governing a special process must include the procedures to be followed
    by persons in carrying out the process and the measures to be taken to determine
    whether the outcome of the process is satisfactory.
                                               8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s75.


Periodic inspections
    76(1) A quality management system must include a system for the periodic
    inspection of any pressure equipment and piping system in service to ensure that the
    equipment and piping system continue to meet the requirements of any established
    criteria while they are in service.
    (2) A system required by subsection (1) must include a system for establishing safe
    maximum intervals for the inspection of pressure equipment and piping systems.
                                               8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s76.
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Inspection of repairs, alterations
     77 A quality management system must include a system for the inspection of any
     pressure equipment and piping systems that have been repaired or altered to ensure
     that the repaired or altered equipment and piping systems meet the requirements
     of any established criteria before they are put back into service.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s77.


Rectifying problems, non‑conformities
     78 A quality management system must include procedures for:
           (a) rectifying any problem found as a result of the operation of the quality
           management system or otherwise or any non‑conformity with established
           criteria; and
           (b) preventing the recurrence of any similar problem or non‑conformity.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s78.


Training
     79 A quality management system must include a system for ensuring that
     personnel who perform activities that are part of the quality management system
     have adequate training.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s79.


Internal audit
     80(1) A quality management system must include a system for conducting an
     internal audit of the quality management system from time to time by designated
     persons to verify the effectiveness of the quality management system.
     (2) The owner or insurer must designate in the manual the person or persons who
     are authorized to conduct an internal audit.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s80.


Audit by inspectors
     81(1) Notwithstanding any exemption from categories of inspections granted
     pursuant to the Act or these regulations to the holder of a certificate of authorization,
     an inspector may, from time to time, conduct an audit for the purpose of determining
     whether or not the holder is operating in compliance with an approved quality
     management system.
     (2) The powers of inspectors set out in section 20 of the Act apply for the purposes
     of an audit described in subsection (1).
     (3) With respect to an audit conducted pursuant to subsection (1), the holder of a
     certificate of authorization shall pay the applicable fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s81.
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                                  DIVISION 3
                      Requirements for inspection companies
Registration of an inspection company
    82(1) An inspection company that intends to provide inspection services of pressure
    equipment must apply for registration to the chief inspector.
    (2) Before making a decision with respect to an application pursuant to this section,
    the chief inspector:
         (a) may require the applicant to provide any further information that the
         chief inspector considers necessary; and
         (b) may require an audit to be conducted, at the applicant’s expense, of the
         inspection company’s qualifications when inspecting boiler and pressure vessel
         equipment.
    (3) The chief inspector may register an inspection company and issue a certificate
    of registration to the applicant if the chief inspector is satisfied, after consideration
    of the results of any audit conducted and any further information that the chief
    inspector considers relevant, that the inspection company:
         (a) will provide control over the inspection activities in accordance with the
         Act and these regulations; and
         (b) will ensure the priority is to remove all risk to public safety.
    (4) Subject to subsection (5), a certificate of registration issued pursuant to
    subsection (3) expires 3 years after the date of issue.
    (5) An inspection company that holds a certificate of registration issued pursuant
    to subsection (3) and that intends to change a procedure described in its services:
         (a) must submit a copy of the proposed amendment to an inspector for review;
         (b) must not implement the amended procedure until an inspector has
         approved the amendment; and
         (c) must file a copy of the amendment with the chief inspector as soon as
         possible after an inspector has approved it.
    (6) The chief inspector may reissue a certificate of registration for an inspection
    company to an applicant in the name of a successor to the original holder of the
    certificate if the applicant:
         (a) provides evidence satisfactory to the chief inspector that the applicant is
         the successor to the original holder of the certificate; and
         (b) pays the applicable fee.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s82.
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Designated inspection company
     83 If an owner or insurer contracts a registered inspection company to carry out
     the owner’s or insurer’s quality management system of inspections, the owner or
     insurer must:
          (a) designate the registered inspection company for the purpose of carrying
          out the quality management system of inspections;
          (b) while a quality management system is in operation, ensure that there
          is a registered inspection company designated pursuant to clause (a) at all
          times; and
          (c) notify the chief inspector immediately if the designation of the registered
          inspection company is terminated or a new designation is made.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s83.




                                      DIVISION 4
                             Certificates of Authorization
Application for approval
     84(1) For the purposes of section 28 of the Act, an owner or an insurer who wishes
     to implement a quality management system must apply to the chief inspector for
     approval in accordance with this section.
     (2) An application for approval of a quality management system:
          (a) must be made in the manner and form specified by the chief inspector;
          (b) must indicate the class of certificate of authorization applied for and the
          scope of the inspection activities that the owner or insurer wishes to carry out;
          (c) must be accompanied by a manual for the proposed quality management
          system that meets the requirements of section 67;
          (d) must be accompanied by a document that sets out the name and class of
          pressure equipment inspector’s licence of each person who is to be a designated
          pressure equipment inspector for the purposes of the quality management
          system and these regulations; and
          (e) must be accompanied by the applicable fee.
     (3) Before making a decision with respect to an application pursuant to this section,
     the chief inspector:
          (a) may require the applicant to provide any further information that the
          chief inspector considers necessary; and
          (b) may require an audit to be conducted, at the applicant’s expense, of the
          proposed quality management system, which may include an inspection of any
          boiler, pressure vessel, plant or piping system to which the application relates.
     (4) With respect to an audit conducted pursuant to clause (3)(b), the applicant
     shall pay the applicable fee.
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    (5) The chief inspector may approve a proposed quality management system and
    issue a certificate of authorization to an applicant if, after review of the manual for
    the proposed quality management system by an inspector and after consideration of
    the qualifications of the persons proposed to be the designated pressure equipment
    inspectors, the results of any audit conducted and any further information that the
    chief inspector considers relevant, the chief inspector is satisfied that the proposed
    quality management system:
            (a) meets the requirements of Division 2; and
            (b) if implemented in accordance with these regulations:
                  (i) will provide control over the activities to which the manual applies
                  in accordance with the Act and these regulations; and
                  (ii) will not present a serious risk to public safety.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s84.


Classes of certificates of authorization
    85(1)     The following classes of certificates of authorization are established:
            (a) Class A owner’s certificate of authorization;
            (b) Class B owner’s certificate of authorization;
            (c) Class C insurer’s certificate of authorization;
            (d) Class D owner’s certificate of authorization;
            (e)   Class E owner’s certificate of authorization.
    (2) A Class A owner’s certificate of authorization authorizes the holder to implement
    a quality management system in which the following inspections are conducted
    by a designated pressure equipment inspector in accordance with the quality
    management system and any terms and conditions set out in the certificate of
    authorization:
            (a) periodic inspections of any boiler, pressure vessel, pressure piping system
            or plant that is listed in the manual submitted with the application for approval
            and located within the premises identified in the certificate of authorization;
            (b) inspections, in accordance with a design registered pursuant to section 17,
            of any repair of, or alteration to, any boiler, pressure vessel, pressure piping
            system or plant described in clause (a);
            (c) acceptance inspections, in accordance with a design registered pursuant
            to section 17, of any new pressure piping system installation on the holder’s
            premises;
            (d) installation inspections of any new boiler, pressure vessel or refrigeration
            plant installation on the holder’s premises.
    (3) A Class B owner’s certificate of authorization authorizes the holder to implement
    a quality management system in which the inspections described in subsection (2),
    other than periodic inspections of boilers and inspections of repairs to and alterations
    of boilers and installation inspections of boilers, are conducted by a designated
    pressure equipment inspector in accordance with the quality management system
    and any terms and conditions set out in the certificate of authorization.
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     (4) A Class C insurer’s certificate of authorization authorizes the holder to
     implement a quality management system in which periodic inspections of boilers,
     pressure vessels, pressure piping systems and plants insured by the holder are
     conducted by a designated pressure equipment inspector in accordance with the
     quality management system and any terms and conditions set out in the certificate
     of authorization.
     (5) A Class D owner’s certificate of authorization authorizes the holder to implement
     a quality management system in which the inspections described in subsection (2), (3)
     or (4) of an owner’s boilers, pressure vessels, pressure piping systems and plants
     are performed by a designated inspection company with a certificate of registration
     pursuant to section 82 and are conducted by a designated pressure equipment
     inspector in accordance with the quality management system and any terms and
     conditions set out in the certificate of authorization.
     (6) A Class E owner’s certificate of authorization authorizes the holder to implement
     a quality management system in which periodic inspections of the owner’s propane
     storage vessels described in clauses 33(c), (d) and (e) are conducted by a propane
     storage vessel inspector in accordance with the quality management system and
     any terms and conditions set out in the certificate of authorization.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s85.


Duration of certificate of authorization
     86(1) A certificate of authorization issued pursuant to this Division is valid for a
     period of 3 years from the date of issue.
     (2) The chief inspector may reissue a certificate of authorization for a quality
     management system to an applicant in the name of a successor to the original holder
     of the certificate if the applicant:
          (a) provides evidence satisfactory to the chief inspector that the applicant is
          the successor to the original holder of the certificate; and
          (b) pays the applicable fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s86.


Certain requirements not affected by quality management system
     87(1) The approval of a quality management system by the chief inspector and the
     issuance of a certificate of authorization does not relieve the holder of the certificate
     from any obligation imposed by the Act or these regulations other than those that
     are specifically addressed in the Act, these regulations or a manual that has been
     approved by the chief inspector.
     (2) Without limiting the generality of subsection (1), any installation, repair
     or alteration to a boiler, pressure vessel or pressure piping system that may be
     inspected pursuant to a quality management system must be made by the holder
     of a contractor’s licence.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s87.
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                                 DIVISION 5
            Conducting a Quality Management System of Inspection
Compliance with clause 5(1)(e) of Act
    88(1) Subject to subsection (2) and for the purposes of clause 5(1)(e) of the Act,
    a person who conducts an inspection on behalf of an insurer or in connection with
    a quality management system must be a licensed pressure equipment inspector.
    (2) A propane storage vessel inspector is not required to hold a licence for the
    purposes of clause 5(1)(e) of the Act.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s88.




                                       PART 8
                            Pressure Equipment Inspectors

                                         DIVISION 1
                                      Definition for Part
Definition for Part
    89 In this Part, “examination” means an examination for a certificate of
    qualification mentioned in Division 2.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s89.




                                         DIVISION 2
                                   Examination Information
Eligibility to write examination
    90(1) A person is eligible to write an examination for a pressure equipment
    inspector’s certificate, class 1, class 2 or class 3, if the person possesses at least 5
    credits for his or her technical qualifications and work experience determined in
    accordance with subsections (2) to (5).
    (2) To be eligible to write an examination for a pressure equipment inspector’s
    certificate, class 1, a person must possess technical qualifications and work
    experience that relate to the scope of authority conferred by a pressure equipment
    inspector’s licence, class 1.
    (3) At least 1 of the 5 credits required pursuant to subsection (1) must be a credit
    for technical qualifications pursuant to subsection (4), and at least 1 of the 5 credits
    must be a credit for work experience pursuant to subsection (5).
    (4) Credits for technical qualifications are assigned as follows:
          (a) 1 credit for a journeyperson certificate of qualification in a designated
          trade, within the meaning of The Apprenticeship and Trade Certification
          Act, 1999, that is related to the construction, installation, alteration or repair
          of pressure equipment;
          (b) 1 credit for a third class power engineer’s certificate of qualification;
          (c) 2 credits for a second class power engineer’s certificate of qualification;
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          (d) 2 credits for a diploma in engineering technology;
          (e) 3 credits for a first class power engineer’s certificate of qualification;
          (f) 4 credits for a bachelor’s degree in engineering in a related discipline.
     (5) One credit is assigned for each year of work experience related to boilers,
     pressure vessels and pressure piping systems in the following activities:
          (a) engineering design;
          (b) construction, installation, alteration or repair;
          (c) quality control programs related to the construction, installation,
          alteration or repair of boilers and pressure vessels;
          (d) inspection of boilers, pressure vessels and pressure piping systems.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s90.


Application to write examination
     91 A person who wishes to write a pressure equipment inspector’s examination
     must:
          (a) apply to the chief inspector in writing in the manner and form specified
          by the chief inspector;
          (b) provide evidence satisfactory to the chief inspector that the person meets
          the requirements set out in section 90; and
          (c) pay the applicable fee for the examination for a:
               (i) pressure equipment inspector’s certificate, class 1;
               (ii) pressure equipment inspector’s certificate, class 2; or
               (iii) pressure equipment inspector’s certificate, class 3.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s91.


Special examination
     92(1) A candidate for an examination who is unable to take the examination at a
     regular sitting or at the place where an examination is scheduled to be held may
     apply to the chief inspector to take the examination on a special date or at a special
     location.
     (2) A candidate who makes an application pursuant to subsection (1) must provide
     the chief inspector with the candidate’s reasons for the application and provide any
     further information that the chief inspector may request.
     (3) If the chief inspector is satisfied that the candidate’s reasons for the application
     justify the holding of a special examination for the candidate, the chief inspector
     may permit the candidate to take the examination at a date or location other than
     the regular date or location.
     (4) A candidate for whom a special examination is arranged pursuant to
     subsection (3) shall pay the applicable fee pursuant to section 91.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s92.
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False or misleading statement
    93(1) If a false or misleading statement is made in an application for any
    examination or in any reference or other evidence of qualification submitted by or
    on behalf of a candidate, the chief inspector may deny the application.
    (2) If the discovery of a false or misleading statement described in subsection (1)
    is made after a certificate of qualification has been issued, the chief inspector may
    cancel the certificate.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s93.


Conduct of examinations ‑ Division 2
    94 Every examination must be written.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s94.


Misconduct during examination
    95(1) Any candidate who, during an examination, refers to material that has not
    been first approved by the examining inspector may be disqualified from further
    examinations for a period specified by the chief inspector.
    (2) A certificate of qualification will not be issued to any candidate who removes
    or copies with intent to remove from the examination room any questions given in
    the examination.
    (3) If the discovery of any removal or intended removal of questions given in an
    examination is made after a certificate of qualification is issued, the chief inspector
    may cancel the certificate.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s95.


Pass mark
    96 The minimum pass mark for each examination is 70%.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s96.


Waiting period for re‑examination
    97 With respect to a candidate who fails any examination, the candidate must:
         (a) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 30 days,
         before being re‑examined;
         (b) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 12 months,
         before being examined for any examination if the candidate has consecutively
         failed 3 papers of any examination; or
         (c) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 12 months,
         before being examined for any examination if the candidate has consecutively
         failed the same examination paper 3 times.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s97.
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                                          DIVISION 3
                                Certificates and Qualification
Certificates of qualification
     98(1) The following classes of pressure equipment inspectors’ certificates of
     qualification are established:
          (a) pressure equipment inspector’s certificate, class 1;
          (b) pressure equipment inspector’s certificate, class 2;
          (c) pressure equipment inspector’s certificate, class 3.
     (2) A certificate of qualification of the appropriate class will be issued to a candidate
     who:
          (a) passes the examination for a particular class of certificate; and
          (b) otherwise complies with the requirements of the Act and these regulations.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s98.




                                      DIVISION 4
                         Pressure Equipment Inspector Licences
Eligibility for pressure equipment inspector’s licences
     99(1) Subject to subsection (3), the chief inspector may issue a pressure equipment
     inspector’s licence of the appropriate class to a person who:
          (a) passes an examination with respect to the Act, these regulations and the
          adopted standards; and
          (b)   holds:
                (i) a valid pressure equipment inspector’s certificate of qualification;
                (ii) a valid inspector’s Inservice Commission issued by NBBI;
                (iii) a valid Inservice Pressure Equipment Inspector certificate issued
                by NBBI; or
                (iv) a valid certificate, equivalent to the commission described in
                subclause (ii), issued by The American Petroleum Institute pursuant to
                the requirements of the API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector Certification
                Program, 2014, 10th edition.
     (2) A person who wishes to apply for the issuance of a pressure equipment
     inspector’s licence pursuant to subsection (1) must:
          (a) provide evidence satisfactory to the chief inspector that the person meets
          the requirements set out in subsection (1); and
          (b) pay the applicable fee.
     (3) A person who is applying for a pressure equipment inspector’s licence class 3
     need not pass an examination with respect to the Act, these regulations and adopted
     standards as indicated in clause (1)(a).
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s99.
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Classes of pressure equipment inspectors’ licences
    100 The following classes of pressure equipment inspector’s licences are established:
          (a) pressure equipment inspector’s class 1 licence;
          (b) pressure equipment inspector’s class 2 licence;
          (c) pressure equipment inspector’s class 3 licence.
                                                     8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s100.


Scope of pressure equipment inspector’s licence
    101(1) A pressure equipment inspector’s class 1 licence authorizes the holder to
    inspect and issue an inspection certificate with respect to any of the following:
          (a) a boiler, a pressure vessel or a refrigeration plant, including any associated
          pressure piping system, for which the owner holds a valid owner’s licence to
          operate issued pursuant to section 34 or 36 or is deemed to hold an owner’s
          licence pursuant to section 37;
          (b) a pressure vessel to which the Act applies but that is exempted by
          section 33 from the requirement for an owner’s licence to operate;
          (c) with respect to a boiler, pressure vessel or refrigeration plant described in
          clause (a) or (b), a repair or alteration for which a design has been registered
          pursuant to subsection 11(1) of the Act;
          (d) an installation of a new boiler or pressure vessel, including any associated
          pressure piping system, pursuant to subsection 35(2);
          (e) an installation of a boiler or pressure vessel, including any associated
          pressure piping system, for which the owner holds a valid licence to operate
          issued pursuant to section 34 or 36 that has been moved to a new location;
          (f) a re‑installation of a boiler or pressure vessel, including any associated
          pressure piping system, for which the owner holds a valid licence to operate
          issued pursuant to section 34 or 36 that has been returned to its original
          installation location following a repair or alteration performed at a different
          location;
          (g) an installation of a new pressure piping system for which a design has
          been registered pursuant to subsection 11(1) of the Act.
    (2) A pressure equipment inspector’s class 2 licence authorizes the holder to inspect
    and issue an inspection certificate with respect to any of the following:
          (a) a pressure vessel for which the owner holds a valid owner’s licence to
          operate issued pursuant to section 34 or 36 or is deemed to hold an owner’s
          licence pursuant to section 37, and any associated pressure piping system;
          (b) a pressure vessel to which the Act applies but that is exempted by
          section 33 from the requirement for an owner’s licence to operate;
          (c) with respect to a pressure vessel described in clause (a) or (b), a repair or
          alteration for which a design has been registered pursuant to subsection 11(1)
          of the Act;
          (d) an installation of a new pressure vessel, including any associated pressure
          piping system, pursuant to subsection 35(2);
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          (e) an installation of a pressure vessel, including any associated pressure
          piping system, for which the owner holds a valid licence to operate issued
          pursuant to section 34 or 36 that has been moved to a new location;
          (f) a re‑installation of a pressure vessel, including any associated pressure
          piping system, for which the owner holds a valid licence to operate issued
          pursuant to section 34 or 36 that has been returned to its original installation
          location following a repair or alteration performed at a different location;
          (g) an installation of a new pressure piping system for which a design has
          been registered pursuant to subsection 11(1) of the Act.
     (3) A pressure equipment inspector’s class 3 licence authorizes the holder to inspect
     with respect to any of the following:
          (a) a pressure vessel for which the owner holds a valid owner’s licence to
          operate issued pursuant to section 34 or 36 or is deemed to hold an owner’s
          licence pursuant to section 37 and any associated pressure piping system;
          (b) a pressure vessel to which the Act applies but that is exempted by
          section 33 from the requirement for an owner’s licence to operate;
          (c) with respect to a pressure vessel described in clause (a) or (b), a repair or
          alteration for which a design has been registered pursuant to subsection 11(1)
          of the Act;
          (d) an installation of a new pressure piping system for which a design has
          been registered pursuant to subsection 11(1) of the Act.
     (4) A pressure equipment inspector’s class 3 licence does not authorize the holder
     to issue an inspection certificate, perform installation inspections or perform
     acceptance inspections.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s101.


Duration of licence
     102 A pressure equipment inspector’s licence issued pursuant to this Division is
     valid for up to 5 years from the date of issue.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s102.




                                       PART 9
                                   Power Engineers

                                     DIVISION 1
                                  Definition for Part
Definition for Part
     103 In this Part, “examination” means an examination for a certificate of
     qualification mentioned in Division 2.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s103.
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                                      DIVISION 2
                                Examination Information
Application for examination
    104(1) Subject to subsection (2) and section 105, a candidate for any examination
    must apply to the chief inspector in the manner and form specified by the chief
    inspector.
    (2) A candidate for a refrigeration plant operator’s examination or the examination
    for any category of boiler operator may apply to the chief inspector at any time
    before the examination.
    (3) A candidate for an examination must submit the applicable fee with the
    application.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s104.


Special examination
    105(1) A candidate for an examination who is unable to take the examination at
    a regular sitting or at the place where an examination is scheduled to be held may
    apply to the chief inspector to take the examination on a special date or at a special
    location.
    (2) A candidate who makes an application pursuant to subsection (1) must provide
    the chief inspector with the candidate’s reasons for the application and provide any
    further information that the chief inspector may request.
    (3) If the chief inspector is satisfied that the candidate’s reasons for the application
    justify the holding of a special examination for the candidate, the chief inspector
    may permit the candidate to take the examination at a date or location other than
    the regular date or location.
    (4) A candidate for whom a special examination is arranged pursuant to
    subsection (3) shall pay the applicable fee pursuant to section 104.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s105.


False or misleading statement
    106(1) If a false or misleading statement is made in an application for any
    examination or in any reference or other evidence of qualification submitted by or
    on behalf of a candidate, the chief inspector may deny the application.
    (2) If the discovery of a false or misleading statement described in subsection (1)
    is made after a certificate of qualification has been issued, the chief inspector may
    cancel the certificate.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s106.


Conduct of examinations ‑ Division 2
    107(1) A candidate for the first, second, third and fourth class power engineer’s
    examinations may write a single paper or any number of papers at any scheduled
    examination sitting.
    (2) Subject to subsections (3) and (4), every examination must be written.
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     (3) A refrigeration operator’s or boiler operator’s examination may be written or
     oral or both at the discretion of the examining inspector.
     (4) With the approval of the chief inspector or the examining inspector, a candidate
     for an examination other than an examination for a first or second class power
     engineer’s certificate may use the services of an amanuensis, if the amanuensis
     first executes a statement verified by statutory declaration that he or she has no
     special knowledge of the subject‑matter of the examination.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s107.


Misconduct during examination
     108(1) Any candidate who, during an examination, refers to material that has not
     been first approved by the examining inspector may be disqualified from further
     examinations for a period specified by the chief inspector.
     (2) A certificate of qualification will not be issued to any candidate who removes
     or copies with intent to remove from the examination room any questions given in
     the examination.
     (3) If the discovery of any removal or intended removal of questions given in an
     examination is made after a certificate of qualification is issued, the chief inspector
     may cancel the certificate.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s108.


Pass mark
     109(1) The minimum pass mark for each examination is 65%.
     (2) In the case of an examination that consists of more than one paper, the minimum
     pass mark for each paper is 65%.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s109.


Waiting period for re‑examination
     110    With respect to a candidate who fails any examination, the candidate must:
           (a) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 30 days,
           before being re‑examined;
           (b) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 12 months,
           before being examined for any examination if the candidate has consecutively
           failed 3 papers of any examination; or
           (c) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 12 months,
           before being examined for any examination if the candidate has consecutively
           failed the same examination paper 3 times.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s110.
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                                          DIVISION 3
                                Certificates and Qualification
Certificates of qualification
    111(1) The following classes of certificates of qualification are established:
          (a) first class power engineer’s certificate;
          (b) second class power engineer’s certificate;
          (c) third class power engineer’s certificate;
          (d) fourth class power engineer’s certificate;
          (e)   fifth class power engineer’s certificate;
          (f) fireman boiler operator certificate;
          (g)   oilfield A boiler operator certificate;
          (h)   oilfield B boiler operator certificate;
          (i) refrigeration engineer’s certificate;
          (j) refrigeration plant operator’s certificate.
    (2) A certificate of qualification of the appropriate class will be issued to a candidate
    who:
          (a) passes the examination for a particular class of certificate; and
          (b) subject to subsections (3) and (4), submits evidence satisfactory to the chief
          inspector of written verification of operating experience from the employer or
          employers in whose service the candidate has acquired operating experience
          of the kind and duration required for the class of certificate; and
          (c) complies with the requirements of the Act and these regulations.
    (3) Subject to sections 118 and 120, there are no operating experience requirements
    for certification for:
          (a) a fireman boiler operator’s certificate;
          (b) an oilfield A boiler operator’s certificate; or
          (c) a refrigeration plant certificate.
    (4) Operating experience required for a candidate’s qualification for certification
    must have been acquired immediately before the date of the candidate’s application
    unless, in the opinion of the chief inspector, it would be reasonable in the
    circumstances to give credit for operating experience acquired at an earlier time.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s111.


Education requirements
    112(1) There is a minimum education requirement of:
          (a) Grade 10 for the fourth and third class power engineer’s examinations;
          (b) Grade 11 for the second class power engineer’s examination; and
          (c) Grade 12 for the first class power engineer’s examination.
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     (2) A candidate for a first, second or third class power engineer’s examination
     may write the Part A or Part B examination paper at any scheduled examination
     after the candidate has obtained the second, third or fourth class power engineer’s
     certificate respectively.
     (3) A candidate for a fourth or fifth class power engineer’s examination or a
     refrigeration engineer’s examination may write the Part A or Part B examination
     without holding an operator’s certificate of qualification of any class.
     (4) Notwithstanding subsection (2), a person who has passed all third class power
     engineering examination papers and who is enrolled in a 2‑year power engineering
     technology program satisfactory to the chief inspector may write the Part A
     examination papers for a second class power engineering examination.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s112.


First class power engineer’s certificate
     113(1) A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a first class
     power engineer’s certificate if the person is the holder of a valid second class power
     engineer’s certificate and, since the issue of that certificate:
          (a) for at least 30 months, has operated as chief engineer an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or an oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity
          greater than 10 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure
          boiler plant with a capacity greater than 5 000 kilowatts;
          (b) for at least 30 months, has operated as shift engineer an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 15 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 10 000 kilowatts;
          (c) for at least 42 months, has assisted in the operation of an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plan with a capacity greater
          than 15 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 10 000 kilowatts;
          (d) for at least 15 months, has operated in the role described in clause (a), (b)
          or (c) and is a graduate engineer; or
          (e) for at least one‑half of the period mentioned in clause (a), (b) or (c), has
          operated in the role described in that clause and, for at least 36 months, has
          performed in a supervisory capacity acceptable to the chief inspector on the
          design, construction, installation, repair, maintenance or operation of pressure
          equipment.
     (2) Twelve months’ credit will be granted towards the fulfilment of the operating
     experience requirement set out in clause (1)(a), (b) or (c) for the successful completion
     of an approved course in power engineering leading towards a first class power
     engineer’s certificate.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s113.
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Second class power engineer’s certificate
    114(1) A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a second class
    power engineer’s certificate if the person is the holder of a valid third class power
    engineer’s certificate and, since the issue of that certificate:
          (a) for at least 24 months, has operated as chief engineer an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 5 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 1 000 kilowatts;
          (b) for at least 24 months, has operated as shift engineer an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 10 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 5 000 kilowatts;
          (c) for at least 36 months, has operated as shift engineer an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 5 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 1 000 kilowatts;
          (d) for at least 24 months, has assisted in the operation of an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 15 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 10 000 kilowatts;
          (e) for at least 12 months, has operated in a role described in clause (a), (b), (c)
          or (d) and is a graduate engineer; or
          (f) for at least one‑half of the period mentioned in clause (a), (b), (c) or (d),
          has operated in the role described in that clause and, for at least 24 months,
          has performed in a supervisory capacity acceptable to the chief inspector on
          the design, construction, installation, repair, maintenance or operation of
          pressure equipment.
    (2) Nine months’ credit will be granted towards the fulfilment of the operating
    experience requirement set out in clause (1)(a), (b), (c) or (d) for the successful
    completion of an approved course in power engineering leading towards a second
    class power engineer’s certificate.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s114.


Third class power engineer’s certificate
    115(1) A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a third class
    power engineer’s certificate if the person is the holder of a valid fourth class power
    engineer’s certificate and, since the issue of that certificate:
          (a) for at least 12 months, has operated as a chief engineer an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 1 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 500 kilowatts;
          (b) for at least 12 months, has operated as a shift engineer an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 2 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 1 000 kilowatts;
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          (c) for at least 12 months, has assisted in the operation of an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 10 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
          plant with a capacity greater than 5 000 kilowatts;
          (d) for at least 18 months, has assisted in the operation of an oilfield
          once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 5 000 kilowatts;
          (e) for at least 24 months, has operated as chief engineer or shift engineer
          a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 3 000 kilowatts, with the capacity of the plant calculated as the aggregate
          capacity of all boilers installed in the plant;
          (f) for at least one‑half of the period mentioned in clause (a), (b), (c), (d) or (e),
          has operated in the role described in that clause and, for at least 12 months, has
          performed in a role acceptable to the chief inspector on the design, construction,
          installation, repair, maintenance or operation of pressure equipment;
          (g) for at least 12 months, has operated as a process operator involving steam
          equipment in a role acceptable to the chief inspector and has completed an
          approved course in power engineering leading towards a third class power
          engineer’s certificate; or
          (h) for at least 6 months, has acquired experience in the operation of a high
          pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity greater than 1 000
          kilowatts and is a graduate engineer.
     (2) Six months’ credit will be granted towards the fulfilment of the operating
     experience requirement set out in clause (1)(a), (b), (c), (d) or (e) for the successful
     completion of an approved course in power engineering leading towards a third
     class power engineer’s certificate.
     (3) Nine months’ credit will be granted towards the fulfilment of the operating
     experience requirement set out in clause (1)(a), (b), (c), (d) or (e) for the successful
     completion of an approved 2‑year power engineering program leading towards a
     third class power engineer’s certificate and satisfactory to the chief inspector.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s115.


Fourth class power engineer’s certificate
     116(1) A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a fourth class power
     engineer’s certificate if the person:
          (a) is the holder of a valid fifth class power engineer’s certificate and for at
          least 12 months, has operated as a chief engineer an oilfield once‑through boiler
          or oilfield‑once through boiler plant with a capacity greater than 250 kilowatts;
          (b) is the holder of a valid fifth class power engineer’s certificate and for
          at least 12 months, has operated an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield
          once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater than 1 000 kilowatts or any
          other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity of not
          less than 250 kilowatts;
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     (c) for at least 12 months, has assisted in the operation of an oilfield
     once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant with a capacity greater
     than 2 000 kilowatts or any other high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler
     plant with a capacity of not less than 1 000 kilowatts;
     (d) is the holder of a valid fifth class power engineer’s certificate and, for
     at least 24 months, has operated as chief engineer a low pressure boiler or
     low pressure boiler plant with a capacity greater than 750 kilowatts, with
     the capacity of the plant calculated as the aggregate capacity of all boilers
     installed in the plant;
     (e) for at least 24 months, has assisted in the operation of a low pressure
     boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity greater than 1 500 kilowatts,
     with the capacity of the plant calculated as the aggregate capacity of all boilers
     installed in the plant;
     (f) has successfully completed an approved full‑time course in power
     engineering that:
          (i) includes operating experience; and
          (ii) leads towards a fourth class power engineer’s certificate;
     (g) is a graduate engineer that:
          (i) for at least 2 months, has acquired experience in the operation of a
          high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 500 kilowatts;
          (ii) for at least 2 months, has acquired experience in the operation of a
          low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity greater
          than 1 000 kilowatts;
          (iii) for at least 6 months, has performed in a role acceptable to the chief
          inspector on the design, construction, installation, repair, maintenance
          or operation of pressure equipment; or
          (iv) has successfully completed an approved operating experience course
          lab leading towards the fourth class power engineer’s certificate;
     (h) for at least one‑half of the period mentioned in clause (a), (b) or (c), has
     operated in the role described in that clause and, for at least 12 months, has
     performed in a role acceptable to the chief inspector on the design, construction,
     installation, repair, maintenance or operation of pressure equipment; or
     (i) has at least 12 months’ experience as a process operator in a role
     acceptable to the chief inspector and has completed an approved course in
     power engineering leading towards a fourth class power engineer’s certificate.
(2) Six months’ credit will be granted towards fulfilment of the operating experience
requirement set out in clause (1)(a), (b), (c), (d) or (e) for the successful completion
of an approved course in power engineering leading towards a fourth class power
engineer’s certificate.
                                              8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s116.
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Fifth class power engineer’s certificate
     117(1) A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a fifth class power
     engineer’s certificate if the person:
          (a) holds a valid fireman boiler operator certificate and, for at least 12 months
          since the issue of that certificate, has been in charge of a low pressure boiler or
          low pressure boiler plant with a capacity of not less than 300 kilowatts, with
          the capacity of the plant calculated as the aggregate capacity of all boilers
          installed in the plant;
          (b) for at least 12 months, has assisted in the operation and maintenance of
          a high pressure boiler with a capacity of not less than 30 kilowatts;
          (c) for at least 12 months, has assisted in the operation and maintenance of
          a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity of not less
          than 1 000 kilowatts, with the capacity of the plant calculated as the aggregate
          capacity of all boilers installed in the plant;
          (d) for at least 24 months, has assisted in the operation and maintenance of
          a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity of not less
          than 300 kilowatts, with the capacity of the plant calculated as the aggregate
          capacity of all boilers installed in the plant, and has successfully completed
          an approved course in power engineering leading towards a fifth class power
          engineer’s certificate;
          (e) for at least 36 months, has performed in a role acceptable to the chief
          inspector on the design, construction, installation, operation, maintenance or
          repair of any boiler plant or associated auxiliary equipment and has successfully
          completed an approved course in power engineering leading towards a fifth
          class power engineer’s certificate; or
          (f) has successfully completed an approved full‑time course in power
          engineering that:
                (i) includes operating experience; and
                (ii) leads towards a fifth class power engineer’s certificate.
     (2) Six months’ credit will be granted towards the fulfilment of the operating
     experience requirement set out in clause (1)(a), (b) or (c) for the successful completion
     of an approved course in power engineering leading towards a fifth class power
     engineer’s certificate.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s117.


Boiler operator certificates
     118 A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a boiler operator’s
     certificate if the person satisfies the chief inspector that he or she has sufficient
     knowledge of and experience in the operation and maintenance of boilers and related
     equipment or has completed an approved course in power engineering specifically
     related to boilers and related equipment.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s118.
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Refrigeration engineer’s certificate
    119 A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a refrigeration
    engineer’s certificate if the person:
          (a) for at least 12 months, has operated or assisted in the operation of a
          refrigeration plant with a capacity of not less than 20 tonnes of refrigeration;
          (b) is the holder of a first, second, third, fourth or fifth class engineer’s
          certificate;
          (c) has completed an approved course related to refrigeration engineering; or
          (d) possesses a journeyperson’s certificate in the refrigeration and air
          conditioning mechanic trade issued pursuant to The Apprenticeship and Trade
          Certification Act, 1999 or an equivalent certificate pursuant to any predecessor
          Act respecting apprenticeship.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s119.


Refrigeration plant operator’s certificate
    120 A person may qualify for a certificate of qualification for a refrigeration
    plant operator’s certificate if the person satisfies the chief inspector that he or she
    has sufficient knowledge of and experience in the operation and maintenance of
    refrigeration plants or has completed an approved course in refrigeration plant
    operations or refrigeration engineering.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s120.




                                      DIVISION 4
                                Power Engineer Licences
Classes of operators’ licences established
    121    The following classes of operators’ licences are established:
          (a) first class power engineer;
          (b) second class power engineer;
          (c) third class power engineer;
          (d) fourth class power engineer;
          (e)   fifth class power engineer;
          (f) fireman boiler operator;
          (g)   oilfield A boiler operator;
          (h)   oilfield B boiler operator;
          (i) refrigeration engineer;
          (j) refrigeration plant operator.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s121.
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Scope of authority of operators’ licences
     122(1) A first class power engineer’s licence entitles the holder to operate as chief
     engineer or shift engineer any of the following:
          (a) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
          (b) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
          (c) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant of any
          capacity;
          (d) a refrigeration plant of any capacity.
     (2) A second class power engineer’s licence entitles the holder:
          (a)   to operate as chief engineer any of the following:
                (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
                of not more than 10 000 kilowatts;
                (ii) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
                (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
                with a capacity of not more than 15 000 kilowatts;
          (b) to operate as shift engineer any of the following:
                (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
                (ii) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
                (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
                of any capacity; and
          (c) to operate a refrigeration plant of any capacity.
     (3) A third class power engineer’s licence entitles the holder:
          (a) to operate as chief engineer any of the following:
                (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
                of not more than 5 000 kilowatts;
                (ii) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
                (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
                with a capacity of not more than 10 000 kilowatts; and
          (b)   to operate as shift engineer any of the following:
                (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
                of not more than 10 000 kilowatts;
                (ii)   a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
                (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
                with a capacity of not more than 15 000 kilowatts; and
          (c) to operate a refrigeration plant of any capacity.
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(4) A fourth class power engineer’s licence entitles the holder:
     (a) to operate as chief engineer any of the following:
           (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
           of not more than 1 000 kilowatts;
           (ii) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
           (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
           with a capacity of not more than 5 000 kilowatts; and
     (b)   to operate as shift engineer any of the following:
           (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
           of not more than 5 000 kilowatts;
           (ii) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
           (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
           with a capacity of not more than 10 000 kilowatts; and
     (c) to operate a refrigeration plant with a capacity of not more than 500 tonnes.
(5) A fifth class power engineer’s licence entitles the holder:
     (a) to operate as chief engineer any of the following:
           (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
           of not more than 500 kilowatts;
           (ii) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
           (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
           with a capacity of not more than 500 kilowatts; and
     (b) to operate as shift engineer any of the following:
           (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
           of not more than 1 000 kilowatts;
           (ii) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity;
           (iii) an oilfield once‑through boiler or oilfield once‑through boiler plant
           with a capacity of not more than 2 000 kilowatts; and
     (c) to operate a refrigeration plant with a capacity of not more than 200 tonnes.
(6) A fireman boiler operator licence entitles the holder:
     (a)   to operate as chief engineer any of the following:
           (i) a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant with a capacity of
           not more than 1 000 kilowatts;
           (ii) a high pressure boiler with a capacity of not more than 300 kilowatts;
     (b) to operate as shift engineer any of the following:
           (i) a high pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant with a capacity
           of not more than 500 kilowatts;
           (ii)   a low pressure boiler or low pressure boiler plant of any capacity.
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     (7) An oilfield A boiler operator’s licence entitles the holder to operate a high
     pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant that does not exceed 500 kilowatts in
     an oilfield location.
     (8) An oilfield B boiler operator’s licence entitles the holder to operate a high
     pressure boiler or high pressure boiler plant that does not exceed 1 000 kilowatts
     in an oilfield location.
     (9) A refrigeration engineer’s licence entitles the holder to operate a refrigeration
     plant of any capacity.
     (10) A refrigeration plant operator’s licence entitles the holder to operate a
     refrigeration plant with a capacity of not more than 100 tonnes.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s122.


Application for operator’s licence
     123(1) The holder of an operator’s certificate of qualification is entitled to apply
     for an operator’s licence of a class that corresponds to the class of certificate of
     qualification of the holder.
     (2) The chief inspector may issue an operator’s licence of the appropriate class
     to an applicant who holds an operator’s certificate of qualification and pays the
     applicable fee.
     (3) An operator’s licence issued pursuant to this section allows the holder the
     option to purchase a licence that is valid for a period of up to 5 years, as set out in
     the licence, from the date of issue.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s123.


Permit to operate in urgent cases
     124(1) An owner of a boiler, boiler plant or refrigeration plant who requires a
     permit pursuant to subsection 34(1) of the Act must apply to the chief inspector in
     the manner and form specified by the chief inspector and submit with the application
     the applicable fee for a:
          (a) 30‑day permit; or
          (b) 90‑day permit.
     (2) An application for renewal of a permit pursuant to subsection 34(1) of the Act
     must be made before the expiry of the permit.
     (3) A power engineer who is otherwise required to be in personal attendance on a
     boiler or plant at all times pursuant to clause 33(1)(b) of the Act may be temporarily
     absent for a period of not more than 8 days if:
          (a) a chief engineer assigns a power engineer to operate the boiler or plant
          who holds a certificate of qualification that is not more than 1 class lower than
          the class of certificate required; and
          (b) the owner or chief engineer notifies the chief inspector of the assignment
          pursuant to clause (a) within 96 hours after the assignment.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s124.
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                                 PART 10
    Additional Requirements for Steam Traction Engine Antique Boilers


                                      DIVISION 1
                                  Definitions for Part
Definitions for Part
    125    In this Part:
          “examination” means an examination for a certificate of qualification
          mentioned in Division 4 but does not include an ultrasonic examination
          mentioned in section 127;
          “steam traction engine” means historical steam boilers of either riveted
          or welded construction or both riveted and welded construction and
          associated equipment that are being preserved, restored, and maintained for
          demonstration, viewing, or educational purposes, and includes steam tractors,
          traction engines, hobby steam boilers, portable steam boilers and certain steam
          locomotive boilers;
          “steam traction engine operator’s test” means a practical operating and
          driving test mentioned in section 130.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s125.




                                     DIVISION 2
                                  Physical Standards
Working pressure
    126(1) No person shall operate a steam traction engine at a working pressure
    greater than 690 kilopascals unless the provisions of subsection (2) have been met.
    (2) An owner of a steam traction engine may apply to the chief inspector for
    authorization to have the operating pressure raised beyond 690 kilopascals pursuant
    to section 127.
    (3) An owner of a steam traction engine must notify the chief inspector immediately
    if the owner becomes aware that a steam traction engine condition does not support a
    maximum allowable working pressure of 690 kilopascals or the maximum allowable
    working pressure authorized pursuant to section 127.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s126.


Application for authorization to operate a steam traction engine beyond 690 kPa
    127(1) All drawings, calculations, specifications and other information required
    for the purposes of an application for an operating pressure beyond 690 kilopascals
    must be submitted in duplicate.
    (2) With respect to an application for authorization to operate a steam traction
    engine beyond 690 kilopascals, the application must include the results of:
          (a) a visual internal inspection performed by an inspector;
          (b) a visual in‑service inspection performed by an inspector;
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          (c) an initial ultrasonic examination pursuant to the requirements in
          Part 2, S2.6.2 of the NBBI code and a ultrasonic examination plan accepted
          by an inspector;
          (d) a maximum allowable working pressure calculation pursuant to the
          requirements in Part 2, S2.10 of the NBBI code;
          (e) a hydrostatic pressure test witnessed by an inspector pursuant to the
          requirements in Part 2, S2.6.1 of the NBBI code; and
          (f) any other information or examination that the chief inspector may require.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s127.




                                    DIVISION 3
                        Operation of Steam Traction Engine
Inspections
     128(1) This section applies to the periodic inspection, as required pursuant to
     subsection 17(1) of the Act, of a steam traction engine that is in use or operation.
     (2) An inspection of a steam traction engine that operates as described in
     subsection 126(1) must:
          (a) include a visual internal inspection, visual in‑service inspection and a
          hydrostatic pressure test to 1 380 kilopascals; and
          (b) occur at intervals not exceeding 1 year and before the initial operation of
          the steam traction engine in any calendar year.
     (3) An inspection of a steam traction engine that has at any time operated under
     an authorization for an operating pressure beyond 690 kilopascals pursuant to
     section 127 must:
          (a) follow the subsequent inspection requirements in Part 2, S2.7.3.2 of the
          NBBI code;
          (b) include a visual internal inspection at intervals not exceeding 1 year; and
          (c) occur before the initial operation of the steam traction engine in any
          calendar year.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s128.


Supervision requirements
     129(1) No owner of a steam traction engine shall cause or permit the boiler to be
     operated unless:
          (a) continuous supervision is provided by a person who holds a valid steam
          traction engine operator’s Class 1 licence; and
          (b) the owner has designated a person who holds a valid steam traction engine
          operator’s Class 1 licence to:
               (i) ensure that the log book is updated and maintained in accordance
               with section 55;
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               (ii) notify the owner of the steam traction engine and the chief inspector
               of any unsafe condition, accident or fire involving the steam traction
               engine; and
               (iii) meet any additional requirements established by the chief inspector
               respecting the safe operation of the steam traction engine.
    (2) Other classes of operators mentioned in section 121 are not permitted to operate
    a steam traction engine.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s129.




                              DIVISION 4
    Steam Traction Engine Operator Examination and Test Information
Application for steam traction engine operator examination and operator’s test
    130(1) A candidate for a steam traction engine operator examination must:
         (a) apply to the chief inspector in the manner and form specified by the chief
         inspector;
         (b) hold a steam traction engine operator’s class 3 licence; and
         (c) pay the applicable fee.
    (2) A candidate for a steam traction engine operator’s test must:
         (a) apply to the chief inspector in the manner and form specified by the chief
         inspector;
         (b) have passed the examination in subsection (1);
         (c) be 16 years of age or older;
         (d) meet one of the following requirements:
               (i) the candidate can provide written verification of 100 hours of
               operating and maintenance experience with steam traction engines
               satisfactory to the chief inspector;
               (ii) the candidate has successfully completed an approved course for
               steam traction engine operators that includes operating experience; or
               (iii) the candidate is a Class 2 steam traction engine operator or Class 1
               steam traction engine operator applying for renewal of his or her licence;
               and
         (e)   pay the applicable fee.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s130.


Special examination or test
    131(1) A candidate for an examination or test who is unable to take the examination
    or test at a regular sitting or at the place where an examination or test is scheduled
    to be held may apply to the chief inspector to take the examination or test on a
    special date or at a special location.
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     (2) A candidate who makes an application pursuant to subsection (1) must
     provide the chief inspector with the candidate’s reasons for the application and
     provide any further information that the chief inspector may request.
     (3) If the chief inspector is satisfied that the candidate’s reasons for the
     application justify the holding of a special examination or test for the candidate,
     the chief inspector may permit the candidate to take the examination or test at
     a date or location other than the regular date or location.
     (4) A candidate for whom a special examination or test is arranged pursuant to
     subsection (3) shall pay the applicable fee pursuant to section 130.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s131.


False or misleading statement
     132(1) If a false or misleading statement is made in an application for any
     examination or test or in any reference or other evidence of qualification submitted
     by or on behalf of a candidate, the chief inspector may deny the application.
     (2) If the discovery of a false or misleading statement described in subsection (1)
     is made after a certificate of qualification has been issued, the chief inspector may
     cancel the certificate.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s132.


Conduct of examinations and tests ‑ Division 4
     133(1) A steam traction engine operator’s examination may be written or oral or
     both at the discretion of the examining inspector.
     (2) With the approval of the chief inspector or the examining inspector, a candidate
     for an examination may use the services of an amanuensis, if the amanuensis first
     executes a statement verified by statutory declaration that he or she has no special
     knowledge of the subject‑matter of the examination.
     (3) A steam traction engine operator’s test must be conducted by operating a steam
     traction engine in accordance with any terms and conditions set out by the chief
     inspector.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s133.


Misconduct during examination
     134(1) Any candidate who, during an examination, refers to material that has not
     been first approved by the examining inspector may be disqualified from further
     examinations for a period specified by the chief inspector.
     (2) A certificate of qualification will not be issued to any candidate who removes
     or copies with intent to remove from the examination room any questions given in
     the examination.
     (3) If the discovery of any removal or intended removal of questions given in an
     examination is made after a certificate of qualification is issued, the chief inspector
     may cancel the certificate.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s134.
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Pass mark
    135(1) The minimum pass mark for a steam traction engine operator examination
    is 65%.
    (2) The minimum pass requirement for a steam traction operator’s test will be
    determined by the chief inspector.
                                                       8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s135.


Waiting period for re‑examination
    136     With respect to a candidate who fails any examination, the candidate must:
          (a) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 30 days,
          before being re‑examined or re‑tested; or
          (b) wait for a period specified by the chief inspector, not exceeding 12 months,
          before being examined or tested for any examination or test if the candidate
          has consecutively failed the same examination paper or test 3 times.
                                                       8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s136.




                                      DIVISION 5
                             Certificate and Qualification
Steam traction engine operator certificate of qualification
    137 A steam traction engine operator certificate of qualification will be issued to
    candidates who:
          (a) pass an examination for the steam traction engine operator certificate;
          (b) have 100 hours of operating and maintenance experience with steam
          traction engines satisfactory to the chief inspector; and
          (c) otherwise complies with the requirements of the Act and these regulations.
                                                       8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s137.




                                   DIVISION 6
                     Steam Traction Engine Operator Licences
Classes of steam traction engine operator’s licences
    138 The following classes of steam traction engine operator’s licences are
    established:
          (a) steam traction engine operator’s class 1 licence;
          (b) steam traction engine operator’s class 2 licence;
          (c) steam traction engine operator’s class 3 licence.
                                                       8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s138.


Scope of steam traction engine operator’s licences
    139(1) A steam traction engine operator’s Class 1 licence entitles the holder to
    operate a steam traction engine.
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     (2) A steam traction engine operator’s Class 2 licence entitles the holder to assist
     with the operation of a steam traction engine under the direct supervision of a steam
     traction engine operator’s Class 1 licence holder.
     (3) A steam traction engine operator’s Class 3 licence entitles the holder to assist
     with the operation of a steam traction engine under the direct supervision of a steam
     traction engine operator’s Class 1 licence holder.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s139.


Application for steam traction engine operator’s licence
     140(1) The holder of a steam traction engine operator’s certificate of qualification
     is entitled to apply for a steam traction engine operator’s licence of a class that
     corresponds to:
          (a) the class of certificate of qualification of the holder; and
          (b) a practical examination certificate.
     (2) The chief inspector may issue a steam traction engine operator’s Class 1 licence
     to an applicant who:
          (a) holds a steam traction engine operator’s certificate of qualification;
          (b) passes a steam traction engine operator’s test; and
          (c)   pays the applicable fee.
     (3) The chief inspector may issue a steam traction engine operator’s Class 2 licence
     to an applicant who:
          (a) holds a steam traction engine operator’s certificate of qualification;
          (b) has been the holder of a steam traction engine operator’s Class 1 licence;
          (c)   has not met the requirements of subsection (6); and
          (d) pays the applicable fee.
     (4) The chief inspector may issue a steam traction engine operator’s Class 3 licence
     to an applicant who:
          (a) has successfully completed an approved course for steam traction engine
          operators; and
          (b) pays the applicable fee.
     (5) A steam engine operator’s licence issued pursuant to this section is valid for a
     period of 2 years from the date of issue.
     (6) The expiry date of a steam traction engine operator’s licence may be extended
     by 2‑year periods to a maximum of 6 years if:
          (a) the holder of the licence maintains a continuity log acceptable to the chief
          inspector; and
          (b) pays the applicable fee.
                                                    8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s140.
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                                        PART 11
                                    Pressure Welders

                                      DIVISION 1
                                   Definition for Part
Definition for Part
    141 In this Part, “test” means a pressure welder’s qualification test mentioned
    in Division 2.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s141.




                                      DIVISION 2
                                    Test Information
Eligibility to take test
    142(1) A person is eligible to take an initial pressure welder’s qualification test
    if the person:
           (a) possesses a journeyperson’s certificate in the welder trade issued pursuant
           to The Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Act, 1999 or an equivalent
           certificate pursuant to any predecessor Act respecting apprenticeship;
           (b) has at least 3 years’ experience of welder verified by letters, affidavits or
           other documents acceptable to an inspector; or
           (c) holds a valid pressure welder’s certificate issued by the boiler and pressure
           vessel authority of another province or territory of Canada, or has held a
           pressure welder’s certificate, issued by the boiler and pressure vessel authority
           of another province or territory of Canada, that has now expired.
    (2) A person is eligible to take a subsequent pressure welder’s qualification test
    if the person holds a valid pressure welder’s licence issued pursuant to section 152
    or 153 or has held a pressure welder’s licence, issued pursuant to section 152 or 153,
    that has now expired.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s142.


Standards for test
    143(1) Except as otherwise provided in these regulations, a pressure welder’s
    qualification test must be conducted in accordance with the applicable code specified
    in clause 4(3)(h).
    (2) An initial pressure welder’s qualification test must be conducted within the
    parameters established by the chief inspector to evaluate the welder’s skill with the
    welding process, base materials, base material diameters, filler materials, thickness,
    welding positions, welding progression, backing and backing gas requirements and
    any other parameter the chief inspector considers relevant.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s143.
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Application to take test administered by inspector
     144 A person who wishes to take a pressure welder’s qualification test administered
     by an inspector must:
          (a) apply to an inspector;
          (b) provide evidence satisfactory to the inspector that the person meets the
          requirements set out in section 142; and
          (c) pay the applicable fee.
                                                     8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s144.


Designation of authorized contractor
     145(1) A holder of a contractor’s licence who employs those qualified to pressure
     weld may apply in writing to the chief inspector for designation as an authorized
     contractor with authority to administer pressure welder’s qualification tests to
     employees of the holder who meet the requirements set out in subsection 146(1).
     (2) An application for designation must include:
          (a) a detailed description of testing procedures that the applicant proposes
          to use; and
          (b) the format of a record of pressure welder’s qualification tests that the
          applicant proposes to provide to persons who are tested by the applicant.
     (3) If the chief inspector is satisfied that an applicant for designation meets the
     requirements of this section, the chief inspector may designate the applicant as an
     authorized contractor and may set out any terms and conditions in the designation
     that the chief inspector considers appropriate.
                                                     8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s145.


Test conducted by authorized contractor
     146(1) An authorized contractor may, in accordance with any terms and conditions
     set out in the designation, administer a pressure welder’s qualification test to an
     employee who holds a pressure welder’s licence that:
          (a) is about to expire or has expired; or
          (b) confers inadequate authority for the scope of welding to be performed by
          reason of limitations on the welding variables specified in the licence.
     (2) A pressure welder’s qualification test administered by an authorized contractor
     must be performed in strict accordance with a welding procedure registered pursuant
     to section 29.
     (3) An authorized contractor who tests an employee must provide to that employee
     a record of the pressure welder’s qualification test results certified by the authorized
     contractor or the authorized contractor’s designated representative.
                                                     8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s146.
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Special test
    147(1) A candidate for a test who is unable to take the test at a regular sitting or
    at the place where a test is scheduled to be held may apply to the chief inspector to
    take the test on a special date or at a special location.
    (2) A candidate who makes an application pursuant to subsection (1) must provide
    the chief inspector with the candidate’s reasons for the application and provide any
    further information that the chief inspector may request.
    (3) If the chief inspector is satisfied that the candidate’s reasons for the application
    justify the holding of a special test for the candidate, the chief inspector may permit
    the candidate to take the test at a date or location other than the regular date or
    location.
    (4) A candidate for whom a special test is arranged pursuant to subsection (3) shall
    pay the applicable fee pursuant to clause 144(c).
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s147.


False or misleading statement
    148(1) If a false or misleading statement is made in an application for any test
    or in any reference or other evidence of qualification submitted by or on behalf of a
    candidate, the chief inspector may deny the application.
    (2) If the discovery of a false or misleading statement described in subsection (1)
    is made after a certificate of qualification has been issued, the chief inspector may
    cancel the certificate.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s148.


Pass mark
    149 The minimum pass requirement for a pressure welder’s qualification test will
    be determined by the chief inspector.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s149.


Waiting period for test
    150 A person who fails an initial pressure welder’s qualification test on the first
    attempt is not eligible to make a second attempt until at least 30 days after the day
    of his or her first attempt.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s150.




                                        DIVISION 3
                                         Licences
Classes of pressure welder’s licences
    151(1) The following classes of pressure welder’s licences are established:
          (a) Class M ‑ manual welding not belonging to Class B;
          (b) Class SM ‑ semi‑automatic/machine welding not belonging to class SB
          or Class PF;
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          (c) Class B ‑ brazing;
          (d) Class SB ‑ semi‑automatic/machine brazing;
          (e) Class PF ‑ plastic fusing.
     (2) A Class M or Class B pressure welder’s licence authorizes the holder to weld on
     boilers, pressure vessels, pressure piping systems and refrigeration plants using a
     manual welding process specified in the licence and subject to any limitations with
     respect to welding variables that are specified in the licence.
     (3) A Class SM, Class SB or Class PF pressure welder’s licence authorizes the
     holder to weld on boilers, pressure vessels, pressure piping systems and refrigeration
     plants using a semi‑automatic or machine welding process specified in the licence
     and subject to any limitations with respect to welding variables that are specified
     in the licence.
                                                       8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s151.


Issuance of pressure welder’s licences based on test
     152(1) The chief inspector may issue a pressure welder’s licence of the appropriate
     class to a person who passes a pressure welder’s qualification test.
     (2) If a pressure welder’s qualification test is administered to a person by an
     inspector pursuant to section 144, the fee for taking the test includes the issuance
     of a licence of the appropriate class if the person passes the test.
     (3) If a pressure welder’s qualification test is administered to a person by an
     authorized contractor pursuant to section 146, a person who satisfactorily passes
     the test may apply in writing to the chief inspector for a licence of the appropriate
     class and must:
          (a) submit the record of the welder’s qualification test issued to the person
          by the authorized contractor who administered the test; and
          (b) pay the applicable fee.
     (4) A pressure welder’s licence issued pursuant to this section expires 2 years after
     the date of issue.
     (5) The expiry date of a pressure welder’s licence may be extended by 6‑month
     periods if:
          (a) the holder of the licence is an employee of or employed by an authorized
          contractor;
          (b) the authorized contractor conducted the employee’s qualification test
          and the authorized contractor maintains performance qualification records in
          accordance with the applicable code specified in clause 4(3)(h);
          (c) the employee is continuously employed by the authorized contractor since
          the original qualification test;
          (d) the authorized contractor’s examiner makes qualification entries on a
          continuity log acceptable to the chief inspector;
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          (e) the authorized contractor demonstrates to the satisfaction of an inspector
          that this subsection is complied with, in accordance with the authorized
          contractor’s quality control program; and
          (f) the authorized contractor applies in writing to the chief inspector for an
          extension to the licence.
                                                     8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s152.


Issuance of pressure welder’s licence without test
    153(1) The chief inspector may issue a pressure welder’s licence of the appropriate
    class without testing to a person who:
          (a) has passed a test in another province or territory of Canada that, in the
          opinion of the chief inspector, is equivalent to a pressure welder’s qualification
          test administered pursuant to Division 2;
          (b) holds a valid licence or equivalent authorization that:
               (i) was issued by the boiler and pressure vessel authority of another
               province or territory of Canada; and
               (ii) bears an expiry date that is at least 3 months later than the date of
               the applicant’s application; and
          (c) applies to the chief inspector in the manner and form specified by the chief
          inspector and submits with the application:
               (i) the applicable fee; and
               (ii) a copy of the pressure welder’s certificate, licence, equivalent
               authorization or other documents issued by the other province or territory
               as evidence that the applicant has met the requirements set out in
               clauses (a) and (b).
    (2) A licence issued to a person pursuant to this section expires on the date of expiry
    of the licence or equivalent authorization issued by the other province or territory
    to the person subject to the following limits:
          (a) the validity of the licence is not to exceed 2 years from the date of the
          qualification test;
          (b) the validity of the licence is not to exceed the licence extension issued by the
          province or territory following a continuity log acceptable to the chief inspector.
                                                     8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s153.


Limitations in pressure welder’s licence
    154 The chief inspector may specify in a licence issued pursuant to section 152
    or 153 the processes that the holder is qualified to carry out and any limitations
    with respect to welding variables that the chief inspector considers appropriate.
                                                     8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s154.
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                                 PART 12
              Anhydrous Ammonia Storage and Distribution Plants
Definitions for Part
     155   In this Part:
           (a) “licence to operate” means a licence to operate an anhydrous ammonia
           storage and distribution plant issued pursuant to section 162;
           (b) “permit” means a permit to construct an anhydrous ammonia storage
           and distribution plant issued pursuant to section 160;
           (c) “storage vessel” means a pressure vessel used or intended to be used
           for the storage of anhydrous ammonia.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s155.


Application of codes, standards
     156(1) Except as otherwise provided in these regulations, the requirements set out
     in the applicable code specified in clause 4(1)(c) apply to the design, construction,
     installation and operation of anhydrous ammonia storage and distribution plants.
     (2) The requirements set out in Part 1 and the applicable codes and standards
     apply to any pressure vessels, pressure piping and fittings used in an anhydrous
     ammonia storage and distribution plant to the extent that they deal with matters
     not covered by the standard mentioned in subsection (1).
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s156.


Prohibition
     157   No person shall install a storage vessel underground.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s157.


Location of storage vessels
     158(1) A storage vessel with a capacity of more than 10 000 litres, or a combination
     of storage vessels with an aggregate capacity of more than 10 000 litres, must not
     be located within the boundaries of:
           (a) a city, town, village or resort village;
           (b) the portion of the City of Lloydminster that lies within Saskatchewan; or
           (c) a town, northern village or northern hamlet as defined in The Northern
           Municipalities Act.
     (2) If a storage vessel with a capacity of more than 10 000 litres but not more
     than 350 000 litres, or a combination of storage vessels with an aggregate capacity of
     more than 10 000 litres but not more than 350 000 litres, is to be located outside the
     boundaries of a municipality mentioned in subsection (1) or an evacuation‑sensitive
     facility, the storage vessel or combination of storage vessels must be located at
     least 1.5 kilometres away from any point on the boundaries of the municipality or
     evacuation‑sensitive facility.
     (3) If a storage vessel with a capacity of more than 350 000 litres, or a combination
     of storage vessels with an aggregate capacity of more than 350 000 litres, is to be
     located outside the boundaries of a municipality mentioned in subsection (1) or an
     evacuation‑sensitive facility, the storage vessel or combination of storage vessels
     must be located at least 2 kilometres away from any point on the boundaries of the
     municipality or evacuation‑sensitive facility.
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    (4) A storage vessel, or a combination of storage vessels, must not be located closer
    to a railway track than the appropriate minimum distance set out in Table 1.
    (5) A storage vessel or a combination of storage vessels, must be located at least 500
    metres away from a building, other than a building that forms part of an anhydrous
    ammonia storage and distribution plant.
    (6) A storage vessel or combination of storage vessels, must be located at least 100
    metres away from an environmentally‑sensitive area.
    (7) For the purposes of this section, the distance from a storage vessel or
    combination of storage vessels to any other structure or location is to be determined
    by measuring from the nearest point of the storage vessel or combination of storage
    vessels to the nearest point of the structure or location.
    (8) If an existing storage vessel, or combination of storage vessels, is not located
    in accordance with subsections (2) to (7) the chief inspector may require additional
    safety measures to be taken.
    (9) The site on which a storage vessel or combination of storage vessels and
    associated apparatus is installed must be:
          (a) protected by a chain link or equivalent fence that is at least 2 metres
          high; and
          (b) posted with a sign stating “Caution Ammonia” in block letters that are
          at least 10 centimetres high in a contrasting colour on a white background.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s158.


Contractor’s licence
    159 No person shall engage in the business of constructing, installing, altering or
    repairing anhydrous ammonia storage and distribution plants unless the person
    holds a valid contractor’s licence.
                                                 8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s159.


Permit to construct
    160(1) No person shall begin construction of an anhydrous ammonia storage and
    distribution plant unless a permit authorizing that construction has been issued to
    the owner of the proposed plant.
    (2) An application for a permit must be submitted to the chief inspector in the
    manner and form specified by the chief inspector and must be accompanied by:
          (a) 2 copies of drawings of the proposed plant, including plans and profiles,
          that meet the requirements of subsection (3); and
          (b) the applicable fee.
    (3) The drawings to be submitted with an application for a permit:
          (a) must set out the name of the applicant;
          (b) must show the location of each storage vessel to be installed;
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          (c) if any building other than a building that is to form part of the plant, any
          place of public assembly or any residential area is located within 800 metres
          of the proposed location of the storage vessel or combination of storage vessels,
          must show the distances between the storage vessel or combination of storage
          vessels and that building, place of public assembly or residential area;
          (d) must show the location of any environmentally‑sensitive areas that are
          located within 200 metres of the proposed location of the installation site;
          (e) must show the distances between each storage vessel and each other
          storage vessel and structure on the site;
          (f) must show the location of railway rights of way, property lines, fences,
          dikes, pipelines under roadways or railways, sewers, ditches, watercourses,
          roads and other similar facilities that are on or give access to the installation
          site; and
          (g) must include in “Notes” or a “Legend”:
               (i) a statement that all designs of storage vessels that form part of the
               proposed plant meet the requirements of these regulations;
               (ii) the size and storage capacity of all storage vessels that form part of
               the proposed plant;
               (iii) a description of the type of motive power to be used for pumps or
               compressors; and
               (iv) if the proposed plant will be served by rail, a statement as to whether
               the track or tracks are privately owned or owned by a railway company.
     (4) The chief inspector may issue a permit if the chief inspector is satisfied that the
     design of the proposed plant meets the requirements of the Act and these regulations.
     (5) A permit is valid for a period of 1 year from the date of issue.
     (6) If construction on an anhydrous ammonia storage and distribution plant is
     not commenced before the expiry of the permit, no person shall begin construction
     unless an extension of the permit is obtained.
     (7) An application for an extension of a permit must be submitted to the chief
     inspector in the manner and form specified by the chief inspector and must be
     accompanied by the applicable fee.
     (8) The issuance of a permit does not relieve the holder of the permit from
     compliance with any requirement of any other Act or regulation or any relevant
     municipal bylaw.
                                                  8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s160.


Acceptance inspection
     161(1) No person shall put into operation any anhydrous ammonia storage and
     distribution plant until the plant has passed an acceptance inspection conducted
     by an inspector.
     (2) The holder of a contractor’s licence shall pay the applicable fee to cover the
     cost of the acceptance inspection.
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    (3) If the inspector who conducts an acceptance inspection is satisfied that the
    plant meets the requirements of this Part, the inspector may make a notation to
    that effect on the permit.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s161.


Licence to operate
    162(1) No person shall put an anhydrous ammonia storage and distribution
    plant into operation unless the person holds a valid licence to operate of the class
    appropriate for the storage capacity of the plant.
    (2) The following classes of licences to operate are established:
         (a) class 1, authorizing the operation of a plant with a storage capacity of not
         more than 90 900 litres;
         (b) class 2, authorizing the operation of a plant with a storage capacity of
         more than 90 900 litres but not more than 181 800 litres;
         (c) class 3, authorizing the operation of a plant with a storage capacity of
         more than 181 800 litres but not more than 454 600 litres;
         (d) class 4, authorizing the operation of a plant with a storage capacity of
         more than 454 600 litres.
    (3) An applicant for a licence to operate must specify the class of licence sought
    and request a term of either 1 year or 5 years.
    (4) An application for a licence to operate is subject to the applicable fees.
    (5) The chief inspector may issue a licence to operate if the chief inspector is
    satisfied, on the basis of an acceptance inspection, that the anhydrous ammonia
    storage and distribution plant has been constructed in accordance with the Act and
    these regulations.
    (6) A licence to operate is valid for a period of up to 5 years, as set out in the licence,
    from the date of issue
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s162.




                                      PART 13
                     Transitional, Repeal and Coming into Force
Transitional
    163(1) In this section:
         “existing certificate” means a certificate issued pursuant to the former
         regulations that is in existence on the day before the coming into force of these
         regulations;
         “existing licence” means a licence issued pursuant to the former regulations
         that is in existence on the day before the coming into force of these regulations;
         “existing permit” means a permit issued pursuant to the former regulations
         that is in existence on the day before the coming into force of these regulations;
         “former regulations” means The Boiler and Pressure Vessel Regulations.
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     (2) Every existing certificate, existing licence, or existing permit is continued
     pursuant to these regulations and may be dealt with pursuant to these regulations
     as if it were issued pursuant to these regulations.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s163.


RRS c B‑5.1 Reg 1 repealed
     164   The Boiler and Pressure Vessel Regulations are repealed.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s164.


Coming into force
     165(1) Subject to subsection (2), these regulations come into force on
     January 1, 2018.
     (2) If these regulations are filed with the Registrar of Regulations after
     January 1, 2018, these regulations come into force on the day on which they are
     filed with the Registrar of Regulations.
                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2 s165.




                                       Appendix
                                      TABLE 1
                                  [Subsection 158(4)]
        Minimum Distance Between Storage Tanks and Railway Tracks

       Water Capacity of Tank or Combination                    Minimum Distance from
              of Tanks at 16°C (Litres)                             Tank (Metres)
 9 465 or less                                                 6
 more than 9 465 but not more than 45 425                      15
 more than 45 425                                              23

                                                   8 Dec 2017 c B-5.1 Reg 2.




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