Machinery Act 1967 Compliance, Pressure Vessel Regulations & Steam Engineer Examination Preparation

Navigator Technical Academy – Technical Excellence Series

Duration: 2 Days | HRD Corp Claimable

Program Overview

Steam boilers and pressure vessels are among the most tightly regulated industrial equipment under Malaysian law. The Factories and Machinery Act 1967 (FMA 1967) establishes statutory requirements governing the design, installation, inspection, certification, and operation of steam boilers and pressure vessels.

Palm oil mills rely heavily on steam generation systems for processing operations. Engineers responsible for operating or supervising these systems must understand both the technical principles of boiler operation and the legal requirements enforced by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).

This program provides participants with a structured understanding of the Factories and Machinery Act 1967, including the regulatory framework governing steam boilers, fired pressure vessels (FPV), and unfired pressure vessels (UPV). The course also includes guided preparation for engineers intending to sit for the Steam Engineer Examination conducted under DOSH Malaysia.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the structure and scope of the Factories and Machinery Act 1967
  • Identify legal responsibilities of boiler owners, operators, and competent persons
  • Understand regulatory requirements governing steam boilers, fired pressure vessels and unfired pressure vessels
  • Interpret statutory inspection and certification procedures required by DOSH Malaysia
  • Strengthen technical understanding of steam system operation and safety requirements
  • Prepare for Steam Engineer certification examinations

Program Outline

  • Module 1 – Introduction to the Factories and Machinery Act 1967
  • Module 2 – Regulatory Framework for Steam Boilers
  • Module 3 – Fired Pressure Vessel (FPV) Regulations
  • Module 4 – Unfired Pressure Vessel (UPV) Regulations
  • Module 5 – Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Systems
  • Module 6 – Inspection, Testing and Certification
  • Module 7 – Steam System Operation and Boiler House Management
  • Module 8 – Steam Engineer Examination Preparation

Training Methodology

  • Structured technical lectures explaining regulatory and engineering concepts
  • Review of Malaysian regulatory frameworks and DOSH guidelines
  • Case studies on boiler safety incidents and compliance failures
  • Practical examples from Factory boiler operations
  • Guided discussion on Steam Engineer examination preparation

7.0 TARGET AUDIENCE

  • Plant Manager
  • Factory Engineers
  • Assistant Engineers
  • Boiler Supervisors
  • Cadet Engineers
  • Technical personnel preparing for Steam Engineer certification examinations

Position within Navigator Technical Academy

This program forms the Specialist Regulatory and Certification module within the Navigator Technical Academy Plant Technical Excellence Series. It complements technical programs on boiler operation, steam system management and utilities reliability by providing the legal and certification framework required for engineers responsible for steam generation systems.

Program Outline

Day 1 – Legal Framework & Pressure Vessel Regulations

9:00 – 9:30 : Program Introduction

Brief introduction to the training objectives, overview of steam systems in palm oil mills, and explanation of why compliance with the Factories and Machinery Act 1967 is critical for engineers responsible for boilers and pressure systems.

9:30 – 10:30 : Module 1 – Introduction to the Factories and Machinery Act 1967

Brief Module Description

This module introduces participants to the legal framework governing industrial machinery safety in Malaysia. Participants will learn the purpose of the Factories and Machinery Act 1967, the role of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health
(DOSH), and the responsibilities of employers, occupiers, and engineers in ensuring compliance with safety regulation

10:30 – 10:45 : Morning Break

10:45 – 12:30 : Module 2 – Regulatory Framework for Steam Boilers

Brief Module Description

This module explains how steam boilers are regulated under Malaysian law. Participants will learn the requirements for boiler registration, certification, and inspection, including the importance of the Certificate of Fitness (CF) and the statutory
obligations of engineers responsible for boiler operation.

12:30 – 1:30 : Lunch Break

1:30 – 3:00 : Module 3 – Fired Pressure Vessel (FPV) Regulations

Brief Module Description

This module focuses on the regulatory requirements governing fired pressure vessels, including design standards, installation approvals, and statutory inspection procedures. Participants will learn how these systems operate safely within industrial facilities and the compliance obligations required under the Machinery Act.

3:00 – 3:15 : Afternoon Break

3:15 – 5:00 : Module 4 – Unfired Pressure Vessel (UPV) Regulations

Brief Module Description

This module introduces the regulations governing unfired pressure vessels, which are commonly used in industrial facilities such as air receivers, pressure tanks, and process vessels. Participants will learn about design standards, inspection requirements, and safe
operating practices to ensure regulatory compliance.

Day 2 – Boiler Safety, Inspection & Steam Engineer Examination Preparation

9:00 – 10:30 : Module 5 – Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Systems

Brief Module Description

This module explains the key safety systems used in boilers and pressure vessels, including safety valves, pressure controls, monitoring instrumentation, and emergency shutdown systems. Participants will understand how these safety devices protect
equipment and personnel from overpressure and operational hazards.

10:30 – 10:45 : Morning Break

10:45 – 12:30 : Module 6 – Inspection, Testing and Certification

Brief Module Description

This module covers the statutory inspection procedures required by DOSH, including hydrostatic testing, non-destructive testing (NDT), and periodic certification requirements. Participants will learn how inspection regimes help maintain the safety and integrity of steam systems and pressure vessels.

12:30 – 1:30 : Lunch Break

1:30 – 3:00 : Module 7 – Steam System Operation and Boiler House Management

Brief Module Description

This module focuses on practical operational management of boiler houses and steam systems in palm oil mills. Participants will learn about steam distribution, operational monitoring, maintenance practices, and documentation required to maintain compliance and safe operation.

3:00 – 3:15 : Afternoon Break

3:15 – 5:00 : Module 8 – Steam Engineer

Examination Preparation Brief Module Description This module prepares participants for the Steam Engineer examination by explaining the certification pathway, competencies required for licensed engineers, and the technical topics commonly tested. Guidance will also be provided on effective study strategies and
areas of knowledge engineers should focus on before attempting the examination.

Available Dates
Month Dates
April 20, 21
May 21, 22
June 19, 20
July 24, 25
August 27, 28
September 18, 19
October 8, 9
November 20, 21

Expected Learning Outcomes

At the end of the program participants will:
• Understand the regulatory requirements under the Factories and Machinery Act 1967
• Recognise compliance obligations for steam boilers, fired pressure vessels, and
unfired pressure vessels
• Understand statutory inspection and certification procedures required by DOSH
Malaysia
• Improve operational awareness of boiler house management and steam systems
• Gain guidance in preparing for the Steam Engineer certification examination