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Written Schemes of Examination

Achieving and maintaining legal compliance for your pressure systems

Engineering Consultancy Services

Key benefits

Enhanced operational safety

Streamlined inspection planning

Ensured legal compliance

The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 (PSSR) are designed to prevent serious injury from the failure of a pressure system. At the heart of these regulations lies the requirement for a Written Scheme of Examination - a legally-required document that outlines the scope and frequency of examinations for your pressure equipment.

The service

HSB provides a specialised service to create and manage these vital documents, ensuring your business is not just compliant, but is also operating with the highest standards of safety.

Our service is delivered by an in-house Competent Person who has the knowledge, skills, and experience to prepare a thorough and legally-sound written scheme.

The process is a detailed one, typically starting with a site visit to visually inspect the pressure equipment and its operational context. This on-site assessment is crucial for gathering the necessary information, and in many cases, it can be combined with the statutory examination itself for maximum efficiency. Our engineers meticulously detail the equipment's condition, identify any protective devices, and specify the scope of the examination required to ensure its continued safe operation.

Enhanced operational safety

A Written Scheme of Examination is more than just a legal document; it's a fundamental part of your risk management strategy. By meticulously detailing the examination process, it ensures that your pressure systems are inspected in a way that is specific to their design and use, identifying potential weaknesses and preventing failures before they can occur. This proactive approach significantly improves the safety of your operational environment, protecting your employees, assets, and reputation.

Streamlined inspection planning

Our service takes the complexity out of managing your inspection schedule. Once the Written Scheme is in place, you have a clear roadmap for your statutory examinations, which can be carried out by our own competent Engineer Surveyors. This eliminates guesswork and ensures that every piece of pressure equipment is inspected at the right time, in the right way. This structured approach to inspection planning allows you to operate more efficiently, with the assurance that your systems are always compliant.

Ensured regulatory compliance

The primary driver for a Written Scheme of Examination is the legal requirement under PSSR. Failure to have a valid and up-to-date scheme can result in legal consequences, including fines and, potentially, prosecution. Our service ensures that you meet all your statutory obligations, providing a clear audit trail and demonstrating due diligence to regulators. By partnering with HSB, you will take a crucial step towards safeguarding your business against legal and financial penalties.

What we will deliver

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Certified Written Scheme of Examination: A legally robust document, authored by a Competent Person, defining the scope and nature of required inspections.
Statutory asset schedule: A clear list distinguishing which items fall under the PSSR regulations and which are exempt, preventing over or under-inspection.
Operational parameter definition: Documentation of safe operating limits (pressure and temperature) for your specific system configuration.
Periodic reviews: A schedule for reviewing and updating the Written Scheme of Examination to ensure it remains valid as your plant evolves or Regulations change.

Why work with HSB?

What sets us apart is our unique heritage and deep specialisation, built on over 150 years' experience in engineering and risk management.

For you, this means a trusted partnership that delivers more than just a service - it's the provision of a crucial layer of assurance and confidence.

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