Section 33.1-14-02-19 - Stamping of boilers1. Every boiler built for use in North Dakota must conform in every detail to the boiler laws and rules of North Dakota. When correctly constructed in accordance with these laws and rules the boiler must be stamped with a state stamp of North Dakota and assigned a state number.2. A boiler may not be operated in North Dakota unless it is stamped with the American society of mechanical engineers stamp and registered with the national board or can qualify for a North Dakota stamp. A request for a North Dakota stamp must be accompanied by a manufacturer's data report with supporting evidence that the boiler meets all requirements of the laws of North Dakota.3. Upon completion of the installation, all boilers must be inspected by an inspector. Initial certificate inspections may only be made by the chief inspector or deputy inspectors. At the time of this inspection, each boiler must be stamped with a serial number of North Dakota preceded by the letters N.D. The letters and figures may not be less than five-sixteenths inch [7.94 millimeters] in height. If construction does not permit stamping, a numbered metal tag must be attached in a conspicuous place. The stamping may not be concealed by lagging or paint and must be exposed at all times.N.D. Admin Code 33.1-14-02-19
Adopted by Administrative Rules Supplement 2020-377, July 2020, effective 7/1/2020.General Authority: NDCC 23.1-16
Law Implemented: NDCC 23.1-16