Section 38, The Machinery (Safe Working Citation

(1) Every boiler shall be provided with a blow-off cock Blo:-offor valve, placed at its lowest point, and connected either by coc s. flange direct or by means of a flanged pipe. (2) Where two or more boilers have a mud drum in common, one blow-off cock or valve shall be sufficient. (3) The blow-off cock or valve and all fittings connected with the same shall be constructed of metal other than cast iron. (4) When connecting pipes are fitted they shall not be in contact with the masonry; they shall be joined by flanges, and, if the flange is not solid with the pipe, the latter shall pass through the flange and be riveted over on the inside in addition to any other connection between the flange and the pipe, such as a screw-threaded or other similar connection.· (5) The discharge from every blow-off cock shall be conducted by means of a pipe into an open tank, drain or sump so situated and guarded as to prevent danger to persons. (6) The blow-off cocks of two or more boilers shall not be allowed to discharge into a common pipe except under the authority of a permit in writing granted by an Inspector. (7) When a boiler is being emptied and opened for cleaning, for repairs or for any other purpose, and while such cleaning or repairs are in progress, special precautions shall be taken by the owner of the works to ensure the safety of persons employed thereat or who may be in the vicinity of the same. Before any person is allowed to enter the boiler or its flues the owner shall satisfy himself that they are in a safe condition for persons to enter, and that the steam-stop, feed, blow-off and all other valves or cocks which may be a source of danger are closed and securely locked or lashed in this position, and that they are so maintained during the period of cleaning or repairs. The owner shall not allow water to be thrown on hot flue dust or ashes in any confined space or where danger may arise therefrom. (8) The owner shall be held responsible for the observance of the requirements of this rule and generally for the safety of persons employed in or about a boiler in connection with cleaning or repairs. (9) The owner may, however, delegate this responsibility to a co:r_npetent and reliable person ~pecially appointed by him in wnting whose name shall be entered in the boiler log book. 8;;J;;,-VoL. VIII-12 ---~·---'-~-,~~-·--:~ 1854 Cap. 218] Machinery (Safe Working & Inspection) Notice to be given to Inspector in certain events. Pressure defects. Hydraulic testing pressure. Masoning in and encasing of boilers.