National Board Inspection Code (NBIC). Part 1 - Installation

The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors (NBBI). Date of Issue — December 31, 2007. 142 p. This code was developed under procedures accredited as meeting the criteria for American National Standards. The Consensus Committee that approved the code was balanced to assure that individuals from competent and concerned interests had an opportunity to participate. The proposed code was made available for public review and comment, which provided an opportunity for additional public input from industry, academia, regulatory and jurisdictional agencies, and the public-at-large.
This Part provides requirements and guidance to assure all types of pressure-retaining items are installed and function properly. Installation includes meeting specific safety criteria for construction, materials, design, supports, safety devices, operation, testing, and maintenance.