TDLR News and Updates

Technical Gram Concerning Hotsy Boilers Texas Special Designation

September 19, 2017

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

Notice for All Schools and Educational Programs Licensed by TDLR

Posted in: Massage Therapy

September 1, 2017

As of September 1, 2017, House Bill 1508 requires that all entities providing educational or instructional programs that prepare a student for an occupation or vocation requiring a TDLR license to: An educational entity or training program operator who fails to provide this information to a person who is enrolled in their course may be liable for… Read More about Notice for All Schools and Educational Programs Licensed by TDLR

Update on Recovering Boiler Systems After A Flood

Posted in: Boilers and Boiler Safety

August 31, 2017

TDLR has updated information you need to consider after a flood

Technical Gram Concerning Proper Venting Requirements

Posted in: Boilers and Boiler Safety

August 7, 2017

On August 7, 2017, TDLR issued a boiler program technical gram concerning Proper Venting Requirements, Applicable to Extensions Only (Texas Boiler Rule 16 TAC Section 65.606). This technical gram clarifies that Section 65.606 of the Texas Boiler Rules only applies when an extension has been granted. This information was erroneously omitted during a 2015 rulemaking. TDLR recommends… Read More about Technical Gram Concerning Proper Venting Requirements

Technical Gram Concerning PHP Boilers

Posted in: Boilers and Boiler Safety

August 7, 2017

On August 7, 2017, TDLR issued a boiler program technical gram concerning PHP Boilers. The technical gram discusses the de-rating of certain non-ASME Code boilers installed in Texas over the last 5 years. TDLR recommends that all boiler inspectors and anyone interested in TDLR’s boiler program read the full text of the technical gram at https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/boilers/memos/2017-03%20PHP%20Boilers.pdf.

Private Wells Under Flood Waters

Posted in: Water Well Drillers and Pump Installers

June 23, 2017

If you own a private water well and the well was under flood waters, you may want to have the well tested or disinfected. Download the Well Disinfection Guide (PDF)

Inspection Information for Owners and Practitioners-in-Charge of Orthotic and Prosthetic Facilities

Posted in: Orthotists and Prosthetists

March 30, 2017

Rules reviewed by the Orthotists and Prosthetists Advisory Board and approved by the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation require that Orthotic and Prosthetic facilities be inspected once every two years. Inspectors from TDLR’s Field Operations Division will perform unscheduled inspections during your regular business hours beginning in March 2017. Inspectors will check that your… Read More about Inspection Information for Owners and Practitioners-in-Charge of Orthotic and Prosthetic Facilities

Informed Choice and Disclosure Form

Posted in: Midwives

January 4, 2017

TDLR has revised and updated the Licensed Midwives Informed Choice and Disclosure Form. The form includes a new requirement to provide information to prospective clients on hospital transfer. The form is available online in English and Spanish at: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/midwives/mwvforms.htm Question: The new Informed Choice and Disclosure Statement Form only includes two spaces for me to list the… Read More about Informed Choice and Disclosure Form