Missouri Code of State Regulations
Title 11 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Division 40 - Division of Fire Safety
Chapter 2 - Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Rules
Section 11 CSR 40-2.021 - Inspector/Qualifications/Examinations/Responsibilities
Universal Citation: 11 MO Code of State Regs 40-2.021
Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 18, September 16, 2024
PURPOSE: This rule addresses the qualifications and responsibilities of boiler, water heater and pressure vessel inspectors.
(1) As used in this rule, the term "these rules" is intended to mean 11 CSR 40-2.010
through 11 CSR 40-2.065.
(2) Identification Card Issued by Chief Inspector.
(A) Each deputy and special
inspector engaged in the inspection of boilers, water heaters or pressure
vessels shall obtain an identification card prior to performing any
inspection.
(B) An identification
card is valid until December 31 of the year in which it is issued and must be
renewed annually. Requests for renewal shall be submitted in writing to the
chief inspector prior to the expiration date.
(C) An initial identification card may be
obtained from the chief inspector after passing the required examination(s) and
payment of fees. An examination is not required for renewal.
(D) Each applicant for an initial
identification card shall submit a written application and the required fee to
the chief inspector at least thirty (30) days prior to the next scheduled
examination, on forms furnished by the chief inspector, stating the applicant's
education and work experience, including the names of current and previous
employers, length of time employed by each employer and position held. The
applicant shall also submit a copy of a photo identification card from the
employer or a copy of a valid photo identification driver's license and a copy
of the applicant's most recent national board commission.
(E) An applicant shall have education and
experience equal to at least one (1) of the following:
1. A degree in mechanical engineering plus
one (1) year of experience in design, construction, operation or inspection of
boilers or pressure vessels; or
2.
A degree in a branch of engineering, other than mechanical engineering or an
associates degree in mechanical technology plus two (2) years of experience in
design, construction, operation or inspection of boiler or pressure vessels;
or
3. The equivalent of a high
school education plus three (3) years of experience-
A. In boiler or pressure vessel construction
or repair; or
B. As an operating
engineer in charge of high pressure boiler operation; or
C. As an inspector of boilers or pressure
vessels; or
4. A valid
commission from the national board.
(F) Applicants whose education and work
experience are acceptable to the chief inspector will be permitted to take a
two (2)-part written examination. Part 1 of the examination will test the
applicant's knowledge of the ASME Code. Part 2 of the examination will test the
applicant's knowledge of the Missouri Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act (Act) and
these rules. An applicant must pass both parts of the examination. Part 1 of
the examination may be waived by the chief inspector for those applicants who
have a valid national board commission.
(G) Upon completing the requirements of this
rule and payment of the required fees, an identification card will be
issued.
(H) An identification card
shall be invalid when the inspector to whom it was issued is no longer employed
by the organization shown on the identification card. Within thirty (30) days
of termination of employment, the inspector shall return their identification
card to the chief inspector. A new identification card will not be issued until
the previous identification card is returned.
(I) After due investigation, an
identification card may be suspended for cause by the chief inspector at the
recommendation of the board. Cause for suspension may include but is not
limited to neglect of duty, untrustworthiness, conflict of interest, or willful
falsification of information on a report of inspection or an application for an
identification card. Falsification of information on a report may include, but
is not limited to the omission of material information that would affect the
issuance or non-issuance of an inspection certificate.
(3) Inspector's Responsibilities.
(A) The inspector is responsible for:
1. Performing a complete and thorough
inspection of each object in accordance with the Act and these rules;
2. Submitting inspection reports in
accordance with the requirements of these rules and reporting any condition
that is not in accordance with the Act or these rules;
3. Notifying the chief inspector of a boiler,
water heater, or pressure vessel failure or of an injury or fatality involving
a boiler, water heater, or pressure vessel incident in a timely manner;
and
4. Advising owner/users of the
requirements of the Act and these rules;
(B) The inspector shall not receive
reimbursement for operating or servicing any boiler, water heater or pressure
vessel in Missouri or engaging in:
1. The
sale, manufacture or repair of any boiler, water heater or pressure vessel;
or
2. The sale of any chemical,
service, article or device relating to boilers, water heaters or pressure
vessels or their appurtenances.
*Original authority: 650.215, RSMo 1984, amended 1990, 1993, 1995.
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