Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rule, Board of
Board and Commission Details
Contact Name
Andrea Klees
Contact Title
Adminstrative Assistant to the State Fire Marshal
Contact Phone
217.558.0638
Contact E-Mail
andrea.klees@Illinois.gov
Function
The board formulates and enforces rules and regulations for safe and proper construction, installation, repair, use, and operation of boilers and pressure vessels in the state.
Term
4 years
Senate Confirmation
No
Qualifications
See composition below
Compensation
Expenses
Composition
7 appointed by Governor - 1 representing in state owners of high pressure boilers and pressure vessels in utilities, manufacturing, or processing - 1 representing in state owners and users of low pressure vessels in commercial buildings, multiple housing, or hotels - 1 representing boiler manufacturers in state - 1 representing boiler insurance company licensed to insure boilers and pressure vessels in state - 1 representing boilermakers - 1 representing steam operating engineers - 1 mechanical engineer, registered in Illinois, on faculty of engineering college, or equivalent experience
Chair
Elected from the Members
Authority
430 ILCS 75/2
Member Names
| Name | Member Expiration | Member Since | Affiliation | Appointed By | Position | Title | County |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coates, James | 10/18/2025 | 09/12/2014 | Governor | Member, Steam Operating Engineers | Cook | ||
| Hacker, Harold | 10/18/2026 | 03/24/2010 | Governor | Member, Low Pressure Users | Cook | ||
| Carter, Prentiss | 10/18/2021 | 10/18/2017 | Governor | Member, Professional Engineer | Madison | ||
| Parikh, Bhaumik | 10/18/2026 | 10/15/2021 | Governor | Member, Boiler Manufacturer | |||
| Cooper, Jessica | 11/18/2025 | 08/13/2021 | Governor | Member, Insurance Company | Kane | ||
| Davis, Eric | 10/18/2023 | 11/05/2019 | Governor | Member, Boiler Makers | Will | ||
| Galanes, George | 10/18/2025 | 11/01/2007 | Governor | Member, High Pressure Users | DuPage |