The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (Department) is reviewing the Boilers rules located at Title 16, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 65 for re-adoption, revision, or repeal. This rule review is required every four years. The Notice of Intent to Review was published in the Texas Register on June 19, 2026 (51 TexReg 4017), as… Read More about Notice of Intent to Review Rules
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) will implement Late Inspection Fees for overdue boiler inspections beginning June 15, 2026. These fees are in accordance with 16 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 65 – see §65.61, Inspection of All Boilers Required, Fees, and Sanctions, for details. Late Inspection Fees will be assessed when a boiler… Read More about Late Inspection Fees Begin June 15, 2026
July 1, 2025 Articles in the July 2025 edition of On the Level include updates on:
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:
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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