How Many Pressure Vessels Are Registered In Alberta?
Over 400,000 boilers/pressure vessels are registered with ABSA. Thanks to a vibrant economy and an active oil and gas sector, this number continues to grow. Has Pressure Equipment Ever Failed In Alberta? Alberta has one of the lowest incident rates in North America. However, failures do occur. In most cases, failures happen when safety devices do not function when they should. Unfortunately, this can usually be traced back to poor maintenance or inadequate operator training. The message that “all pressure equipment accidents are preventable” is as important as ever. Part of ABSA’s mandate is to investigate all accidents and unsafe conditions that involve pressure equipment. ABSA also has the authority to shut down boilers or vessels that are deemed immediately hazardous. Go To Top Which Pressure Equipment Is Covered By The Safety Codes Act and Regulations? All pressure equipment in Alberta is covered by the Safety Codes Act and Regulations, unless it is specifically exempted by the leg
