The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced several recalls over the past several years for certain brands of gas-fired boilers for potential carbon monoxide poisoning issues. Please check the CPSC website for additional information. Here are recalls you should be aware of:
Articles in the January 2025 edition of TDLR on the Level include:
The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation adopted amendments to existing rules at 16 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 65, Subchapter A, §65.2; Subchapter C, §§65.12 –65.15; Subchapter D, §65.25 and §65.26; Subchapter F, §65.40 and §65.41; Subchapter H, §65.50; Subchapter I, §§65.60 – 65.63; Subchapter J, §65.70 and §65.71; Subchapter K, §65.83 and §65.86;… Read More about Commission Adopts Rules
Articles in the July 2024 edition of TDLR on the Level include:
Boiler Inspector Rob Troutt shares an article about carbon monoxide detectors: I am passionate about safety, and I want you to know why it’s important that you read this article about personal carbon monoxide detectors – whether you’re a boiler inspector or just someone who wants to protect their family. Several accident investigations I’ve conducted… Read More about A Personal Carbon Monoxide Detector Is an Essential Tool
Articles in the January 2024 edition of TDLR On the Level include:
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TDLR has issued a Technical Gram concerning carbon monoxide detector rules (PDF), which clarifies the requirement for a visual display on carbon monoxide detectors. This applies to new boiler installations or reinstallations of boilers completed on or after September 1, 2020. TDLR recommends that all boiler owners, operators, installers, and inspectors, as well as anyone interested in… Read More about Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector Rules and Verification of 50 ppm Setpoint
Pursuant to Texas Boiler Law §755.027(a), which gives the TDLR Executive Director the authority to stipulate the manner in which reports are filed with the Department, all Authorized Inspection Agencies (AIA) shall submit all Boiler Inspection Reports and Insurance Change Notices via Jurisdiction Online (JO). Any Inspection Reports or Insurance Change Notices submitted via email… Read More about Boiler Inspection Reports and Insurance Change Notices
AUSTIN – Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can kill – and it is produced by boilers and other equipment commonly used in commercial buildings where people work and sleep, including apartment buildings, hotels, dormitories and hospitals. A state rule adopted in July 2020 requires that building owners install carbon monoxide detectors in all… Read More about Retrofitting Boilers in Commercial Buildings, Apartments and Hotels to Detect Carbon Monoxide Can Save Lives