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ISK ASSESSMENT AND HAZARD MITIGATION
To achieve the intended results and to promote safety, the operator must under-
stand and follow the design intent, set-up, and operation practices that are unique
to valve testers.
The operator must perform an overall review and on-site risk assessment of the
intended application. Due to the unique nature of high-pressure water testing, iden-
tifying one or more hazards that must be addressed is typical.
When performing the on-site risk assessment, it is important to consider the valve
tester and the workpiece as a whole.
WARNING
High-pressure valve testing may result in the sudden, unexpected
release of stored energy with the potential to cause property damage or
personnel injury. Potential hazards may include the possibility of high-
velocity fluid escaping and high-energy projectile impact. The end-user
must assess the application and install protective barrier devices, as
appropriate.