Annual Relief Valves Inspection Checklist
Regular Testing: Easing gear enables regular testing of the safety valves to ensure their correct operation without having to over-pressurize the boiler. Valve testing is a critical aspect of ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of industrial valves in various applications. These tests are conducted to verify that valves meet specified standards, operate within design parameters, and can withstand the demanding conditions of their intended environments.
Jake's Finer Foods
05/22/2024
Annual Relief Valves Inspection Checklist
Regular Testing: Easing gear enables regular testing of the safety valves to ensure their correct operation without having to over-pressurize the boiler. Valve testing is a critical aspect of ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of industrial valves in various applications. These tests are conducted to verify that valves meet specified standards, operate within design parameters, and can withstand the demanding conditions of their intended environments.
All pressure relief valves have legible nameplates
All pressure relief valves suitable for ammonia
All pressure relief valves have proper relief setting
All pressure relief valves have required discharge capacity
All pressure relief valves have unbroken ASME seal
Single or dual pressure relief valves installed as required by ANSI/IIAR-2
All pressure relief valves connected above the liquid level
Inlet piping to pressure relief valves conforms to ANSI/IIAR-2
Discharge piping from pressure relief valves conforms to ANSI/IIAR-2
Discharge piping extremity fitted with approved ammonia diffuser/tain cover
All pressure relief valves located out of refrigerated spaces
Precautions taken to prevent moisture migration into relief valve if located in refrigerated spaces
All pressure relief valves replaced or inspected within last 5 years
No stop valves installed in pressure-relief inlets and outlets
Any conditions that might negatively affect safe relief system operation
Source: Jake's Finer Foods (Community Member)