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If you're in charge of an industrial process, you know that you need to keep a close eye on safety at all times to avoid the unthinkable and make sure that your operation is as efficient as it possibly can be. You may be responsible for processing gas, oils or chemicals, and as these products move through your system, you will undoubtedly have pressure relief valves to regulate everything.
These valves are of course crucial and can be susceptible to leaks in certain circumstances. If you come across a problem, you need to act as soon as possible as otherwise, the situation could rapidly become dangerous. How should you proceed here?
What to Look for
When a pressure relief valve is compromised the entire system can easily become over-pressured very quickly, and you need to shut everything down as soon as you can. The primary focus of the relief valve is to help avoid adverse pressure, and without it, you may be vulnerable to explosion and fire in the worst-case scenario.
Ready for Problems
You will probably have a number of these different valves, situated at various points and you will have to determine which one is faulty and what has caused the leak in the first place. Usually, problems arise when the valve is not seated correctly, and these valves can be even more vulnerable if they are positioned too close to the set point.
By the Book
Always refer to manufacturer guidelines and federal or state regulations whenever you attempt valve repairs on your own. You must document your work at all times in case of an issue and typically, you must be seen to take action promptly.
Constant Awareness
Always make sure that your workers are fully aware of the danger here and constantly on the lookout for any potential leak. You should have a programme in place to train them so that they can intervene before any damage is caused to the system and knock-on effects are felt.
Being Compliant
Note that you can expect regular attention from compliance inspectors and will need to keep all your paperwork in order, especially if you want to avoid any penalties or costs associated with rules violation.
Help at Hand
When valves go wrong, you may often need to get professional help in order to fix them or decide upon a replacement. Make sure that you have the contact details for valve repair specialists on hand so that you can act at a moment's notice.