Introductory technical guidance for civil and mechanical engineers interested in steam boiler plants. Here is what is discussed:1. INTRODUCTION 2. STEAM PLANT LOCATION, SITE DEVELOPMENT AND PLANT STRUCTURES3. WATER SUPPLY4. SITE DEVELOPMENT5. PLANT ACCESS6. PLANT STRUCTURES7. STRUCTURE LOADING8. OTHER LOADS9. ARCHITECTURAL TREATMENT10. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS11. HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS (HVAC)12. DRAINAGE13. PLANT DESIGN SAFETY.