PSSR 2000 Compliance
Does Your Commercial Coffee Machine Require a PSSR Inspection?
What is PSSR 2000 — and does it apply to commercial coffee machines?
PSSR stands for the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000. The regulations are designed to prevent serious injury from the failure of pressure systems.
Commercial espresso machines use pressurised steam boilers and, depending on the system, may fall within PSSR 2000. Where the regulations apply, a suitable Written Scheme of Examination must be in place and relevant parts of the pressure system examined by a competent person in accordance with that scheme.
Where PSSR 2000 applies, the user or owner is responsible for ensuring that a suitable Written Scheme of Examination is in place and that the relevant parts of the pressure system are examined by a competent person at the intervals specified within the scheme.
Examination reports must be retained, and any defects identified as requiring action must be appropriately addressed. Proper management of an applicable pressure system helps protect people and maintain safe operation of the equipment.
YOUR LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES
PSSR INSPECTION PROCESS
Your PSSR Inspection — How It Works
01 — Machine & System Identification
02 — Written Scheme Review
03 — Preparation & Examination
04 — Safety Device Checks
We identify the coffee machine, pressure system and relevant protective devices and establish the applicable examination requirements.
The Written Scheme of Examination is checked to determine which parts of the pressure system require examination and the required intervals.
The machine is safely prepared to provide the access required for examination of the pressure system in accordance with the Written Scheme.
Relevant protective devices are examined or tested where required as part of the Written Scheme and examination process.
05 — Examination Report
Following examination, the appropriate report is provided, including the examination findings and any actions or recommendations requiring attention.
Use our quick PSSR Checker to see whether PSSR 2000 may apply to your commercial coffee machine. If you're unsure, EspressoForce can explain your responsibilities in plain English and help arrange the appropriate inspection where required.
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