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© 2018 The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada (BI&I). All rights reserved. 1/2 Important Notice to the Policyholder New Ontario Boiler and Pressure Vessel Certification Process, Effective July 1, 2018 Dear Policyholder, The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (T.S.S.A.) will be introducing new regulations governing boilers and pressure vessels in Ontario, effective July 1, 2018. The new regulations include a change to the process by which boiler and pressure vessel owners will secure Certificates of Inspection. To help identify any additional boilers or pressure vessels in your business that may come under the regulations, we ask that you fill in and return the enclosed Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form so that an inspection can be arranged if necessary. Below is a brief summary of the regulatory changes and what they mean for you, the business owner. What has been the boiler / pressure vessel certification process up until this date? Boiler and pressure vessel owners have been accustomed to receiving the Certificate of Inspection after a periodic inspection had been completed by the insurer. What stays the same? Frank Cowan Company will continue to work with our equipment breakdown insurance partner, The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada (BI&I) to conduct periodic boiler and pressure vessel inspections at no additional charge. What is the new process commencing July 1, 2018? - Following the inspection, BI&I will now issue a Record of Inspection to T.S.S.A. - The BI&I inspector will provide a leave-behind document for the owner to assist in the new process. - As business owner, you will be required to obtain the Certificate of Inspection from T.S.S.A. for a fee. Is this new regulation unique to Ontario? - This new regulation is similar to the certification requirements of boilers and pressure vessels in other provinces and for other regulated equipment in Ontario, such as elevating and amusement devices. Why do I need to arrange periodic inspections of my business’s boilers and pressure vessels? - When equipment is improperly installed, used or maintained, it can potentially cause a catastrophic accident, such as an explosion. This type of event can be prevented through periodic inspections.
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Important Notice to the Policyholder New Ontario Boiler and Pressure Vessel Certification Process, Effective July 1, 2018
Dear Policyholder,
The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (T.S.S.A.) will be introducing new regulations governing boilers and pressure vessels in Ontario, effective July 1, 2018. The new regulations include a change to the process by which boiler and pressure vessel owners will secure Certificates of Inspection.
To help identify any additional boilers or pressure vessels in your business that may come under the regulations, we ask that you fill in and return the enclosed Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form so that an inspection can be arranged if necessary.
Below is a brief summary of the regulatory changes and what they mean for you, the business owner.
What has been the boiler / pressure vessel certification process up until this date?
Boiler and pressure vessel owners have been accustomed to receiving the Certificate of Inspection after a periodic inspection had been completed by the insurer.
What stays the same?
Frank Cowan Company will continue to work with our equipment breakdown insurance partner, The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada (BI&I) to conduct periodic boiler and pressure vessel inspections at no additional charge.
What is the new process commencing July 1, 2018?
- Following the inspection, BI&I will now issue a Record of Inspection to T.S.S.A.
- The BI&I inspector will provide a leave-behind document for the owner to assist in the new process.
- As business owner, you will be required to obtain the Certificate of Inspection from T.S.S.A. for a fee.
Is this new regulation unique to Ontario?
- This new regulation is similar to the certification requirements of boilers and pressure vessels in other provinces and for other regulated equipment in Ontario, such as elevating and amusement devices.
Why do I need to arrange periodic inspections of my business’s boilers and pressure vessels?
- When equipment is improperly installed, used or maintained, it can potentially cause a catastrophic accident, such as an explosion. This type of event can be prevented through periodic inspections.
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If Records of Inspection are issued by BI&I, why do I also need a Certificate of Inspection from T.S.S.A?
- Operation of boilers and pressure vessels outside the requirements of the law, or without an up-to-date Certificate of Inspection, is illegal.
How will I know if my boilers and pressure vessels are compliant to the regulations?
- To help identify any additional equipment requiring inspection, we ask that you complete the Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form included with the attached policy documents.
- The Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form should be returned directly to BI&I in order to expedite an inspection.
- If you are uncertain if you own a jurisdictional object, you may still request an inspection, which will be carried out by BI&I at no additional charge.
For more information about the new regulations, refer to www.tssa.org or contact your insurance broker.
We are pleased to provide this service to you. Thank you for insuring with us.
Frank Cowan Company
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To the Policyholder
Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form for Boilers and Pressure Vessels The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (T.S.S.A.) will be introducing new regulations for boilers and pressure vessels, July 1, 2018.
• Ontario law requires routine jurisdictional inspections of boilers and pressure vessels to ensure they’re in safe working order.
• If your policy includes equipment breakdown coverage for boilers and pressure vessels, we will continue to complete the required inspections and file a Record of Inspection with T.S.S.A. on your behalf for no additional charge.
• Effective July 1, 2018, you will be required to obtain the Certificate of Inspection from T.S.S.A for a fee. For more information, visit www.tssa.org.
Purpose of this form To help ensure all applicable equipment receives jurisdictional inspections, please complete the information on the following pages if you have any of the listed equipment on your premises and you are:
• A new client, or • An existing client & have not advised us previously of any of the items below, or • An existing client with changes to your premises that involve any of the items below.
Once completed, please return the form on pages 2 and 3: By fax to (416) 362-6601 Scanned and emailed to [email protected] What happens after I have completed and sent in this form? You will be contacted by our equipment breakdown insurance partner, The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada (BI&I) to arrange an inspection if your equipment requires it. If you need assistance in the meantime, please contact your insurance broker. Thank you, Frank Cowan Company
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Jurisdictional Inspection Requirements Form for Boilers and Pressure Vessels
Policyholder’s name:
Policy number:
Policy effective date: (mm/dd/yyyy)
Policy expiration date: (mm/dd/yyyy)
Information about your equipment The boilers and pressure vessels listed below fall under the Ontario jurisdictional inspection requirements. Please indicate if you have any of the following equipment on your premises. Please check all that apply and advise quantities:
Applies Qty. Equipment
High Pressure Boilers Steam over 15psi [pounds per square inch], water over 160psi & 250oF
Low Pressure Boilers Steel boilers, cast iron boilers, steam at 15psi or less, hot water heating & supply (water at 160psi or less and not over 250oF) having a heating surface over 30 ft.2
Oil Heat Transfer Boilers Whether vented or under 15psi, or over 15psi
Unfired Pressure Vessels Over 6” diameter and over 1.5 ft.3 and over 15psi, quick opening doors (e.g. autoclaves), and hospital sterilizers
Cushion Tanks (over 24” diameter)
Hydro-Pneumatic Tanks (over 24” diameter)
Hot Water Storage Tanks (over 24” diameter)
Air Receivers (over 250psi or 23 ft.3)
Ammonia Refrigeration System
Deaerators
Other (please specify):
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Your Contact Information (Please fill in all fields)
Inspection Contact Inspection Contact Name:
Inspection Contact Email:
Phone Number:
Billing Contact (Required by T.S.S.A), if different from Inspection Contact Billing Contact Name:
Billing Contact Email:
Phone Number:
Locations Address of equipment location(s) and expiry date of current Certificates of Inspection: (Please include street address, city, province and postal code) Location: Certificate expiry date: (mm/dd/yy) Location: Certificate expiry date: (mm/dd/yy) Location: Certificate expiry date: (mm/dd/yy) Please return completed form By fax to (416) 362-6601 or, Scanned and emailed to [email protected]
Thank you again for choosing Frank Cowan Company for your insurance needs. We are pleased to provide this service to you.
Changes to Ontario Boiler and Pressure Vessel RegulationsWhat you need to knowThe Technical Standards and Safety Authority (T.S.S.A.) will be introducing new regulations governing boilers and pressure vessels in Ontario, effective July 1, 2018.
The new regulations include a change to the process by which boiler and pressure vessel owners will secure Certificates of Inspection.
See page 2 for more details
The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada (BI&I)
What has been the boiler and pressure vessel certification process up until this date?
Boiler and pressure vessel owners have been accustomed to receiving the Certificate of Inspection after a periodic inspection had been completed by the insurer.
What stays the same?
The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada (BI&I) will continue to conduct periodic boiler and pressure vessel inspections at no additional charge to the owner.
What is the new process commencing July 1, 2018?
- Following the inspection, BI&I will now issue a Record of Inspection to T.S.S.A.
- BI&I inspectors will provide a leave-behind document to the business owner to assist in the new process.
- The business owner is required to obtain the Certificate of Inspection from T.S.S.A. for a fee.
Is this new regulation unique to Ontario?
This new regulation is similar to the certification requirements of boilers and pressure vessels in other provinces and for other regulated equipment in Ontario, such as elevating and amusement devices.
Why do owners need to arrange periodic inspections of boilers and pressure vessels?When equipment is improperly installed, used or maintained, it can potentially cause a catastrophic accident, such as an explosion. This type of event can be prevented through periodic inspections.
If Records of Inspection are issued by BI&I, why do owners also need a Certificate of Inspection from T.S.S.A?
Operation of boilers and pressure vessels outside requirements of the law, or without an up-to-date Certificate of Inspection, is illegal.
How will owners know if their boilers and pressure vessels are compliant to the regulations?To help identify additional equipment requiring inspection, we ask that owners complete a Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form which will be included with equipment breakdown policies.
The Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form should be returned directly to BI&I in order to expedite an inspection.
If the owner is uncertain if they own a jurisdictional object, they may still request an inspection, which will be carried out by BI&I at no additional charge.
For more information about the new regulations refer to www.tssa.org or contact your BI&I representative.
The Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company of Canada (BI&I)Changes to Ontario Boiler and Pressure Vessel Regulations
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New Ontario boiler / pressure vessel regulations come into force July 1, 2018
Previously Effective July 1, 2018
This new regulation brings Ontario in line with certification requirements of boilers and pressure vessels in other provinces
BI&I conducted inspection at no additional cost
No change
BI&I issued the Certificate of Inspection directly to owner / insured
• BI&I will provide a Record of Inspection to T.S.S.A• BI&I inspector will provide a leave-behind document to inform owners of
regulatory changes and how to obtain the Certificate of Inspection• Owner obtains Certificate of Inspection from T.S.S.A for a fee
Ensuring additional jurisdictional objects are identified and inspected• BI&I’s Jurisdictional Inspection Requirement Form will be distributed
to the business owner with new policies and renewals• Insured sends completed form to BI&I• If insured is uncertain if they own jurisdictional objects, they may still
request an inspection, which will be carried out at no additional cost
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