Testing and inspection programs

Has the fire protection systems been inspected by the insurance company Has acceptance testing been completed and documented Is there an agreed on test and inspection program for the fire protection systems (including aiarm systems) ... 

Equipment used to process, store, or handle highly hazardous chemicals must be designed constructed, installed and maintained to minimize the risk of release. A systematic, scheduled, test and maintenance program is preferred over "breakdown" maintenance " that could compromise safety. Elements of a mechanical integrity program include 1) identification and categorization of equipment and instrumentation, 2) documentation of manufacturer data on mean time to failure, 3 ) test and inspection frequencies, 4) maintenance procedures, 5) training of maintenance personnel, 6) test criteria, and 7) documentation of test and inspection results. 

Do not assume that such things could not happen in your company (unless you have spent some time in the relief-valve workshop). All relief valves should be tested and inspected regularly. Reference 3 describes model equipment and procedures. When a large petroleum company introduced a test program, it was shocked by the results out of 187 valves sent for testing, 23 could not be tested because they were leaking or because the springs were broken, and 74 failed to open within 10% of the set pressure—that is, more than half of them could not operate as required [4]. 

Prerentive Maintenance Program - to ensure tliat EHS equipment is routinely tested and inspected and only authorized modifications are performed... 

This chapter covers key elements of an effective inspection, testing, and maintenance program ... 

Maintenance program for equipment and safety features is adequate. Electrical handtools are tested and inspected before insurance, and on a routine basis... 

For guidance on fire detection and alarm system design, installation, testing and maintenance, see NFPA 72. For additional discussion on inspection, testing, and maintenance programs see Chapter 8. 

Reliability of those systems and building components that contribute to safety or environmental and property protection can be maximized through comprehensive inspection and test and maintenance programs. Because many of these systems and components are not exercised except in emergencies, breakdowns or failures may not be readily detectable other than through inspections and tests. 

Criterion 53 - Provisions for containment testing and inspection. The reactor containment shall be designed to permit (1) appropriate periodic inspection of all important areas, such as penetrations, (2) an appropriate surveillance program, and (3) periodic testing at containment design pressure of the leaktightness of penetrations which have resilient seals and expansion bellows. 

Testing and inspection— Part of any material and equipment control program is testing or inspection to verify that ... 

Develop an apprenticeship program to provide individualized training and certification for cargo-tank testing and inspection to new hires and transfers if there is a shortage of qualified inspectors. 

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