Mandatory
Asphalt and Bitumen Boiler
This mandatory standard must be applied at all construction locations
- Asphalt and Bitumen boiler use must meet the following standards:-
- LPG hoses to be steel reinforced braid type & at least 4m in length
- Pressure Regulator of no more than 2 bar fitted to cylinders.
- Placed on non-combustible insulating base
- Fitted with auto thermostat controls
- Have a close fitting lid
- Never left unattended whilst in operation
- Never tow or move whilst burner is alight
- Working cylinders to be a minimum of 3m away from pot, secured in the upright position
- Stored/spare cylinder to be stored in accordance with 'Flammable Gas Storage' Visual Standard
- Controlled under Hot Work Permit
- Fire Extinguishers must Include at least 1 Foam and 1 Dry Powder type. NEVER Water.
- Method of raising the fire alarm located adjacent to the working area
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Pat Boyle
Managing Director
Construction