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A trainee asks why there are regulations for pressure systems.

What does HSE say PSSR aims to prevent?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. High electricity bills
  2. B. Serious injury from stored energy
  3. C. Noise complaints from neighbours near the plant
  4. D. Leaks of water onto carpets
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Answer: B

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. It is about stored energy.
  • B. Right: Right. HSE says PSSR aims to prevent serious injury from the hazard of stored energy if a pressure system fails.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. It is about stored energy.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. It is about stored energy.

Explanation

PSSR aims to prevent serious injury from stored energy when pressure systems fail.

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