Pressure Systems

Introduction

This guide outlines the necessary steps employers must take to minimize risks associated with pressure systems and equipment containing liquid or gas under pressure. It highlights the duties of employers, designers, manufacturers, suppliers, installers, users, and owners to ensure a safe workplace, excluding gas cylinders, tanks, and tank containers.

Overview and Scope

Pressure equipment failures can lead to severe injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. This guide is designed to help employers, self-employed individuals, employees, and safety representatives understand and implement safety measures when working with pressure systems and equipment. The main regulations discussed are the Pressure Equipment Regulations 1999 and the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000.

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