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Division 2.5 Means of draining and venting

United Kingdom

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Adequate means shall be provided for the draining and venting of pressure equipment where necessary:

  • to avoid harmful effects such as water hammer, vacuum collapse, corrosion and uncontrolled chemical reactions. All stages of operation and testing, particularly pressure testing, shall be considered,

  • to permit cleaning, inspection and maintenance in a safe manner.