BPV Summary

Information regarding requirements and coordination of state inspection for boilers and pressure vessels owned by Virginia Tech. 

This program applies to all equipment classified as a boiler or pressure vessel by the Commonwealth of Virginia, such as boilers, air compressors, chillers, etc., unless otherwise exempt. Where it is uncertain if a specific piece of equipment is exempt or not, contact the Office of Risk Management to have the third-party inspector review the equipment.

Departments involved in servicing, maintenance, or installation of boilers and pressure vessels, or the coordination thereof, must ensure that alterations, repairs, or installations are in accordance with applicable state-building and boiler codes, such as the Virginia Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules and Regulations, which became effective July 1, 1974.

Equipment that is not exempt from state inspection must be inspected by the State Inspector. Equipment properly installed will be issued a "Certificate of Inspection" by the State Inspector. This certificate must be posted at the equipment or readily available where posting is not feasible. Issues identified by the State Inspector will be communicated directly to the responsible persons at the time of inspection, where possible, and in writing to the university via the Office of Risk Management.

Contractors must comply with all local, state, and federal safety requirements, including the Virginia Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules and Regulations, and assure that all of their employees performing work on Virginia Tech properties have been suitably trained. Contractors must also comply with the requirements outlined in Virginia Tech's Contractor Safety Program.