Subpart E
The purpose of 1919 Subpart E is to set requirements for certifying vessels by establishing rules for tests and proof loads, heat treatment, and the use of competent persons. This subpart is titled "Certification of Vessels: Tests and Proof Loads; Heat Treatment; Competent Persons" and explains the topics employers must follow related to vessel certification under Part 1919; see 1919 Subpart E.
Yes — 1919 Subpart E addresses the requirement for tests and proof loads as part of vessel certification. The subpart specifically covers tests and proof loads as elements of certifying vessels and you should follow the provisions in 1919 Subpart E for the exact testing and proof-load obligations.
Yes — heat treatment of vessels is explicitly covered by 1919 Subpart E as part of the certification requirements. The subpart includes provisions related to heat treatment, and employers must comply with those requirements in 1919 Subpart E.
Under 1919 Subpart E, competent persons are required to carry out and supervise activities related to vessel certification, such as conducting tests, proof loads, and heat treatment procedures. The subpart names "Competent Persons" as a key element of certification, so employers must ensure those duties are assigned to qualified individuals as described in 1919 Subpart E.
1919 Subpart E requires that vessel certification tasks be carried out by competent persons, meaning individuals with the knowledge, training, and authority to perform and oversee the required tests, proof loads, or heat-treatment activities. Employers should assign persons who meet the qualification and responsibility expectations described in 1919 Subpart E to perform those certification duties.
A competent person under 1919 Subpart E should be prepared to perform or supervise vessel tests, apply or verify proof loads, and oversee any required heat treatment procedures as part of certifying the vessel. These responsibilities reflect the topics listed in the subpart; see 1919 Subpart E for the full scope.
1919 Subpart E is focused on certification topics—tests and proof loads, heat treatment, and competent persons—and employers must follow its provisions, which can include documentation expectations tied to certification activities. Review the requirements in 1919 Subpart E for any specific recordkeeping or documentation obligations related to vessel certification.
You should read the full regulatory text of 1919 Subpart E to learn the exact compliance steps for certifying vessels; the subpart is available at 1919 Subpart E. That official OSHA page explains the requirements for tests and proof loads, heat treatment, and competent persons.
Yes — 1919 Subpart E addresses the responsibilities for tests, proof loads, and heat treatment and allows those tasks to be performed by qualified individuals, which can include outside contractors, provided they meet the competence and procedural requirements set out in the subpart. Employers must ensure any contractor performing certification tasks complies with the provisions in 1919 Subpart E.
1919 Subpart E establishes that tests and proof loads are part of certification, and if a vessel fails, employers must follow the corrective and safety procedures required by the subpart before placing the vessel back into service. For the specific steps and any required actions after a failed test, consult the regulatory text at 1919 Subpart E.
1919 Subpart E covers certification topics—tests, proof loads, and heat treatment—that can apply to initial certification and to in-service verification, but the subpart text should be consulted for any distinctions in timing or procedure between newly fabricated and in-service vessels. Review the specific provisions in 1919 Subpart E to determine applicable requirements for each situation.
1919 Subpart E establishes the need for tests, proof loads, and heat treatment as part of vessel certification and may reference accepted practices or require conformance to recognized methods; consult the full regulatory text to see if particular external codes or engineering standards are incorporated. See the subpart at 1919 Subpart E for any cross-references to other standards or practices.
Under 1919 Subpart E, the employer is responsible for ensuring vessels receive the required certification activities (tests, proof loads, heat treatment) and that competent persons perform or supervise those tasks. Employers must comply with the certification requirements set out in 1919 Subpart E.
1919 Subpart E requires that certification tasks be performed by competent persons, but whether a single competent person can certify multiple vessels at the same time depends on the scope of work and the ability to perform the duties safely and effectively; employers must ensure the competent person has adequate time, authority, and resources to carry out the work in compliance with 1919 Subpart E.
The official regulatory text of 1919 Subpart E is the starting point for understanding OSHA's requirements for vessel certification, and enforcement guidance or letters of interpretation (when available) provide clarification; consult 1919 Subpart E for the rule text and check OSHA's Letters of Interpretation pages for any issued clarifications related to this subpart.