Coal Boiler Safety

A coal boiler is a machine that uses the heat generated by burning coal to boil water into steam. The steam can be used for a variety of purposes, including generating electricity. However, there are a variety of procedures that must be observed where coal boilers are concerned.

Inspections

• Coal boilers have to be inspected and declared safe on a regular basis, depending on local and county law.

Pressure

• A coal boiler should never be over-pressurized. Doing so can damage the pipes, and could cause an explosion that would cause injury.

Coal Dust

• If people are going to be exposed to the coal, they should wear proper protective equipment for their mouths, noses and eyes. Coal dust can be very aggravating, and possibly harmful if inhaled for too long.

Exhaust

• Once the coal is burned, the fumes need to be pumped away from the workers. Inhaling the fumes that come from a coal boiler is a decided safety hazard.

Heat

• The amount of heat that a coal boiler emits can be more than is safe. Signs should be erected, and a barrier put up to stop people from coming into accidental contact with these hot areas.