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HS&E HAPS practice question: Pressure systems (3 of 5) E. Specialist: HVACR – heating and plumbing services A free question from our original HS&E HAPS practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
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A new pressure system has been installed in a plant room.
What must be in place before it is used?
Choose one answer.
A A. A photo of the gauges for the client's fileB B. A written scheme of examination, and an examinationC C. A label with the installer's phone number on itD D. Nothing until it has run for a yearShow the answer and explanation Answer: B
A. Wrong: Wrong. A WSE and an examination are needed.B. Right: Right. HSE says before using a pressure system, a written scheme of examination (WSE) must be in place and an examination carried out.C. Wrong: Wrong. A WSE and an examination are needed.D. Wrong: Wrong. The WSE and examination come before use.Explanation Before use, a pressure system needs a written scheme of examination and an examination.
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