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A client asks what maintenance their pressure plant needs.

What does HSE say?

Choose one answer.

A. Planned maintenance of the whole system
B. Only fixing it when it leaks
C. Only cleaning the outside
D. None, as long as it passed its last examination

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A

A. Right: Right. HSE says carry out suitable maintenance, including a whole-system programme that considers age, use and environment.
B. Wrong: Wrong. Plan maintenance for the whole system.
C. Wrong: Wrong. Plan maintenance for the whole system.
D. Wrong: Wrong. Maintenance is still needed.

Explanation

Plan whole-system maintenance for pressure plant, based on its age, use and environment.

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HSE: Using pressure systems

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