No. 34958 (Amendment): Section R616-2-3. Safety Codes and Rules for Boilers and Pressure Vessels

(Amendment)

DAR File No.: 34958
Filed: 06/22/2011 10:20:39 AM

RULE ANALYSIS

Purpose of the rule or reason for the change:

The purpose of this rule amendment is to adopt the most current American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards from 2010 for the construction of power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels. This rule amendment also adopts the addenda to the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) standards for boilers and pressure vessels issued in 2008, 2009, and 2010 applying to the design and installation of boilers and pressure vessels in Utah. The Labor Commission's intent is to maintain uniformity between state standards and national standards.

Summary of the rule or change:

The 2010 ASME code Section I contains new standards regarding: the technology of materials used in the construction of power boilers; the materials' properties in regard to temperature (heat, welding and cold); new examination techniques used to determine the thickness and/or corrosion of the materials; and 19 errata changes. The 2010 ASME code Section IV contains changes affecting heating boilers with respect to: comparing cast aluminum and cast iron; explaining the use of electronic pressure gauges; and removing temperature limits on non-ferrous metals. The Section IV changes also add a new welding diagram and make 7 errata changes. The 2010 ASME code Section VIII contains changes regarding: metrification; relief valve and rupture disc manufacturing requirements; requirements for new technology in materials used in fabrication; and clarification in variables used in several calculations regarding heat exchangers. The Section VIII changes also make 61 errata changes and add several tables for reference. The 2008, 2009, and 2010 addenda to the NBIC standards correct errata and make minor technical and editorial changes.

State statutory or constitutional authorization for this rule:

• Section 34A-7-101 et seq.

This rule or change incorporates by reference the following material:

• Updates Boiler and Presure Vessel Code, Section I Rules for Construction of Power Boilers, 2010 edition, published by American Society of Mechanical Engineers, July 1, 2010
• Updates National Board Inspection Code, 2010 Addenda, published by National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel INspectors, 2010
• Updates National Board Inspection Code, 2008 addenda, published by National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, 2008
• Updates Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, 2010 edition, published by American Society of Mechanical Engineers, July 1, 2010
• Updates Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers, 2010 edition, published by American Society of Mechanical Engineers, July 1, 2010

Anticipated cost or savings to:

the state budget:

There will be no cost or savings to the state budget associated with the adoption of this code from an administrative and enforcement standpoint. The adoption of the codes is necessary to address changes in the methods and materials used to construct, maintain and examine power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels and associated gauges, as well as correcting errata from previous versions of the code. Owners and operators of power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels, including the state, may incur a de minimis cost increase when purchasing a new boiler or pressure vessel compliant with the 2010 ASME Standards as compared to boilers and pressure vessels subject to previous standards due to the new technology of the materials used to construct them; however, such a cost increase, if any, cannot be determined at this time.

local governments:

There is no anticipated cost or savings associated with the adoption of these codes. The adoption of the codes is necessary to address changes in the methods and materials used to construct, maintain and examine power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels and associated gauges, as well as correcting errata from previous versions of the code. Owners and operators of power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels may incur a de minimis cost increase when purchasing a new boiler or pressure vessel compliant with the 2010 ASME Standards as compared to boilers and pressure vessels subject to previous standards due to the new technology of the materials used to construct them; however, such a cost increase, if any, cannot be determined at this time.

small businesses:

There is no anticipated cost or savings associated with the adoption of these codes. The adoption of the codes is necessary to address changes in the methods and materials used to construct, maintain and examine power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels and associated gauges, as well as correcting errata from previous versions of the code. Owners and operators of power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels may incur a de minimis cost increase when purchasing a new boiler or pressure vessel compliant with the 2010 ASME Standards as compared to boilers and pressure vessels subject to previous standards due to the new technology of the materials used to construct them; however, such a cost increase, if any, cannot be determined at this time.

persons other than small businesses, businesses, or local governmental entities:

There is no anticipated cost or savings associated with the adoption of these codes. The adoption of the codes is necessary to address changes in the methods and materials used to construct, maintain and examine power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels and associated gauges, as well as correcting errata from previous versions of the code. Owners and operators of power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels may incur a de minimis cost increase when purchasing a new boiler or pressure vessel compliant with the 2010 ASME Standards as compared to boilers and pressure vessels subject to previous standards due to the new technology of the materials used to construct them; however, such a cost increase, if any, cannot be determined at this time.

Compliance costs for affected persons:

There will be no cost or savings associated with the adoption of these codes. Their adoption is necessary to address new technology in equipment to be installed in Utah. The method by which the Safety Division conducts its inspections, and the costs associated with such inspections will not change. Owners and operators of power boilers, heating boilers and pressure vessels may incur a de minimis cost increase when purchasing a new boiler or pressure vessel compliant with the 2010 ASME Standards as compared to boilers and pressure vessels subject to previous standards due to the new technology of the materials used to construct them; however, such a cost increase, if any, cannot be determined at this time.

Comments by the department head on the fiscal impact the rule may have on businesses:

The changes required by this proposed rule amendment will have no net fiscal impact on business; however, businesses enjoy competitive benefits by maintaining conformity between Utah and national standards. Such benefits include competitive costs when purchasing or manufacturing boilers or pressure vessels in Utah compared to other states implementing the national standard.

Sherrie Hayashi, Commissioner

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Labor Commission
Boiler and Elevator Safety
160 E 300 S
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111-2316

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Pete Hackford at the above address, by phone at 801-530-7605, by FAX at 801-530-6871, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Ami Windham at the above address, by phone at 801-530-6850, by FAX at 801-530-6871, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Interested persons may present their views on this rule by submitting written comments to the address above no later than 5:00 p.m. on:

08/15/2011

This rule may become effective on:

08/22/2011

Authorized by:

Sherrie Hayashi, Commissioner

RULE TEXT

R616. Labor Commission, Boiler and Elevator Safety.

R616-2. Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules.

R616-2-3. Safety Codes and Rules for Boilers and Pressure Vessels.

The following safety codes and rules shall apply to all boilers and pressure vessels in Utah, except those exempted pursuant to Section 34A-7-101, and are incorporated herein by this reference in this rule.

A. ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code ([2007]2010).

1. Section I Rules for Construction of Power Boilers published July 1, 2010[2007, the 2008 addenda published July 1, 2008, and the 2009b addenda published July 1, 2009].

2. Section IV Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers published July 1, 2010[2007, the 2008 addenda published July 1, 2008, and the 2009b addenda published July 1, 2009].

3. Section VIII Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels published July 1, 2010[2007, the 2008 addenda published July 1, 2008, and the 2009b addenda published July 1, 2009].

B. Power Piping ASME B31.1 (2004), issued August 16, 2004.

C. Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers ASME CSD-1-1998; the ASME CSD-1a-1999 addenda, issued March 10, 2000; and the ASME CSD-1b (2001) addenda, issued November 30, 2001.

D. National Board Inspection Code ANSI/NB-23 (2007) issued December 31, 2007 and the 2008, 2009, and 2010 addenda.

E. NFPA 85 Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazard Code 2007 Edition.

F. Recommended Administrative Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Rules and Regulations NB-132 Rev. 4.

G. Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: Maintenance Inspection, Rating, Repair and Alteration API 510 Ninth Edition, June 2006. Except:

1. Section-8, and

2. Appendix-A.

 

KEY: boilers, certification, safety

Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment: [October 22, 2010]2011

Notice of Continuation: November 30, 2006

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 34A-7-101 et seq.

 

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