A special inspector who finds a hazardous condition affecting the safety of a boiler or pressure vessel shall notify the chief boiler inspector in accordance with Regulation .28 of this chapter.
If a special inspector determines that a boiler or pressure vessel is unsafe for operation:
The inspector shall:
Notify the owner promptly;
Specify the repair or corrective measure required to achieve compliance with regulations; and
If the owner does not agree to take the required action promptly, notify the chief boiler inspector immediately;
Until the required repair or corrective measure is completed:
Use of the boiler or pressure vessel is prohibited; and
The chief boiler inspector shall suspend the inspection certificate, if any.
If, upon inspection, the chief boiler inspector or a deputy boiler inspector declares a boiler or pressure vessel unsafe:
The boiler or pressure vessel shall be condemned and stamped in accordance with Regulation .30 of this chapter; and
Use or operation of the condemned boiler or pressure vessel shall subject the owner to the penalties provided by Public Safety Article, ยง12-915, Annotated Code of Maryland.