Pressure Systems

Introduction

If pressure systems are installed, used and maintained correctly by competent staff, the health and safety risks are minimal. However, if they fail when in use, it can seriously injure or kill people nearby, as well as causing serious damage to property.

Pressure systems are regulated by the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000. They apply to systems that:

• Comprise of a pressure vessel, its associated pipework and protective device, containing a relevant fluid, other than steam, at a pressure greater than 0.5 bar above atmospheric pressure
• Comprise of pipework with its protective devices to which a transportable pressure receptacle (compressed gas cylinder) is connected, containing a relevant fluid (other than steam) at a pressure greater than 0.5 bar above atmospheric pressure

The term 'relevant fluid' covers compressed or liquefied gas, including air, at a pressure greater than 0.5 bar above atmospheric pressure; pressurised hot water above 110°C; and steam at any pressure.

Arrangement

Please see the University's Pressure Systems Arrangement below:

Pressure Systems Arrangement