Bureau Veritas: Pressure Equipment Inspection Services

Under the Pressure Equipment Regulations (PER) and SANS 347, regular inspections of pressure vessels and systems aren’t just recommended—they’re legally required.

Bureau Veritas offers accredited inspection and testing services to help you meet these standards, reduce risk, and ensure the safety of your people and facilities.

Why Regular Inspections Matter

Pressure equipment, if not properly maintained and monitored, can pose serious hazards—injuring workers, damaging infrastructure, and disrupting operations. PER and SANS 347 were developed to prevent this by enforcing strict inspection intervals and technical standards.

What PER & SANS 347 Require: 

The Pressure Equipment Regulations, enforced by the Department of Employment and Labour, require that all pressure equipment be:

               •             Properly designed and installed

               •             Regularly inspected and tested

               •             Maintained to prevent failure

SANS 347 supports this by outlining technical procedures for conformity assessment and risk classification.

Inspection intervals vary:

               •             High-risk equipment: Annual inspections

               •             Medium-risk: Every 2–3 years

               •             Low-risk: Up to every 5 years

How we support you 

Bureau Veritas Provides: 

               •             Certified inspections by trained professionals

               •             Risk-based assessments

               •             Full compliance with PER and SANS 347

               •             Detailed reporting and certification

               •             Expert guidance and long-term support

With a global track record and local expertise, Bureau Veritas is your trusted partner in compliance and safety.