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What should be done if the installed safety valve capacity is considered adequate for the boiler?
What should be done if the installed safety valve capacity is considered adequate for the boiler?
- Continue operating the boiler without any changes
- Seek assistance from a certified professional to determine the actual firing rate (correct)
- Decrease the firing rate of the boiler
- Increase the firing rate of the boiler
What is the primary cause of furnace explosions according to the text?
What is the primary cause of furnace explosions according to the text?
- Excessive external pressure
- Structural weakening of the furnace
- Ignition of accumulated combustible gases (correct)
- Failure to report incidents promptly
In the event of a pressure vessel explosion, what is the main reason that could cause a pressure part of the boiler to burst?
In the event of a pressure vessel explosion, what is the main reason that could cause a pressure part of the boiler to burst?
- Failure to follow manufacturer specifications
- Sudden cooling of the boiler
- Excessive internal pressure (correct)
- Structural overstrength
According to the New Brunswick Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act, what is required in case an explosion occurs in connection with a boiler or pressure vessel?
According to the New Brunswick Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act, what is required in case an explosion occurs in connection with a boiler or pressure vessel?
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Why did the boiler shown in Figure 3 not pass inspection after experiencing a pressure vessel explosion?
Why did the boiler shown in Figure 3 not pass inspection after experiencing a pressure vessel explosion?
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