Third Party Certification of Pumping Systems: Compliance, Risk and Business Sense
According to OSHA, all involved with mechanical systems--owners, engineers, installers and operators--directly or indirectly share liability for the protection of workers.
OSHA regulations issued more than 30 years ago caused a paradigm shift in accountability for worker safety. Under the law, all involved with mechanical systems--owners, engineers, installers and operators--directly or indirectly share liability for the protection of workers. In addition to OSHA requirements and third party certification, this article lays out practical considerations and consequences for those who design, install, and own packaged pump systems used in industrial, commercial, institutional, and municipal facilities.