TDLR issued two technical grams: These technical grams describe each type of boiler, how it is tracked in the boiler database, and who is responsible for inspecting it. TDLR recommends that all boiler owners, operators, and inspectors, as well as anyone interested in TDLR’s boiler program, read the full text of these technical grams.
TDLR updated several forms on the Boiler Forms page. Please download forms from TDLR’s web site each time you use them to ensure you have the current version
Please be aware the that United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has put out a recall notice with the following headline: NY Thermal Recalls Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard. For additional information, please go to the following websites: TDLR recommends that boiler owners and operators read the information provided in the links above.
On February 26, 2018, TDLR issued a Technical Gram concerning Intellihot Water Supply Boilers and Potable Water Heaters. The Technical Gram clarifies how these are considered modular boilers, and further, how they will be registered with TDLR and boiler numbers assigned. TDLR recommends that all boiler owners, operators, installers, and inspectors, as well as anyone interested… Read More about Technical Gram Concerning Intellihot Water Supply Boilers and Potable Water Heaters
TDLR reminds all Transportation Network Company (TNC) permit holders to begin their accessibility pilot program no later than the 90th day after TDLR issued their TNC permit. TNC must submit a report demonstrating their compliance with this requirement no later than the 100th day after they begin a pilot program. Read the full requirements of… Read More about Accessibility Pilot Program
Reminder: The Auctioneer Education and Recovery Fund is established by the State of Texas and managed by TDLR to provide compensation to individuals who are harmed by the actions of a licensed auctioneer. To ensure compliance with Auctioneer law and rules, TDLR reviews the balance of the Auctioneer Education and Recovery Fund each year to determine… Read More about Important Information About the Auctioneer Recovery Fund
TDLR is now accepting applications for Transportation Network Company (TNC) permits. Apply online now (select “register as a new user”). TNCs that previously held a valid agreement with a Texas municipality and continued operating must apply on or before December 31, 2017. We recommend all applicants review the TNC Law and TNC Administrative Rules before applying.
TDLR announces a vacancy on the Board of Boiler Rules established by Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 755. The pertinent rules may be found in 16 Texas Administrative Code §65.100-104. The purpose of the Board of Boiler Rules is to advise the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation (Commission) in the adoption of definitions and… Read More about Vacancy on the Board of Boiler Rules
In 2015 the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 202, transferring the Athletic Trainers program from the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR). The program transfer to TDLR took place in October 2016. As part of our mission to deliver improved service to Texans at a lower cost,… Read More about Athletic Trainers: One Year Update
On September 19, 2017, TDLR issued new boiler technical gram 2017-04 concerning Hotsy Boilers being given a Texas Special designation. These high temperature water boilers are part of Hotsy pressure washer systems; the tech gram assists inspectors in performing inspections. TDLR recommends all Boiler Inspectors and anyone interested in TDLR’s boiler program read the full text of… Read More about Technical Gram Concerning Hotsy Boilers Texas Special Designation