Department of Labor and Industry
Safety and Health Codes Board
Standard for Boiler and Pressure Vessel Operator Certification
[16 VAC 25 ‑ 40]
Chapter Information
| Description | Section 15.1-11.6 of the Code of Virginia authorizes a local government, at its option, to require boiler or pressure vessel operators to obtain an initial certification from the locality before engaging in the operation and maintenance of boilers and pressure vessels in the jurisdiction. This regulation provides a uniform statewide standard to determine ability, proficiency and qualification of local certification applicants. This standard is for governing bodies of counties, cities and towns that have adopted ordinances requiring local certification. This regulation does not provide for state certification of boiler and pressure vessel operators. |
| State Authority | Section 15.1-11.6 of the Code of Virginia |
| Federal Authority | None |
| Exempt from APA | No, changes to this chapter are subject to the Administrative Process Act. |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
1. To insure statewide uniformity in the determination of the ability, proficiency and qualifications of boiler and pressure vessel operators certified under a local government ordinance. 2. The protection of the public's health, safety and welfare with the least possible cost and intrusiveness to the citizens and businesses of the Commonwealth. |
| Meetings | See all meetings (1) relating to this chapter. |
Contact Information
| Name / Title: | Ed Hilton / Director, Boiler Safety Compliance |
| Address: |
Department of Labor and Industry Main Street Centre, 600 East Main Street Richmond, VA 23219 |
| Email Address: | Ed.Hilton@doli.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)786-3169 FAX: (804)371-2324 TDD: ()- |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Amendments to the Standard for Boiler and Pressure Vessel Operator Certification | Fast-Track | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/15/2013. |
Update Code of Virginia references for Standard for Boiler and Pressure Vessel Operator Certification
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/15/2004. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2023 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 7/28/2017 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 5/1/2009 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 12/20/2002 Agency Completed | Amend | |
| 3/6/2000 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |