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Pipework clamp failure - Safety Moment

The failure occurred due to incorrect manufacturing and the final material properties did not meet requirements; causing the clamp to fail.

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Pressure release when breaking containment - Safety Moment

There was a sudden, uncontrolled release of pressure when the last retaining bolt was removed. The technician sustained injuries.

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Scaffolders detect leak - Safety Moment

The leak was confirmed and the plant was safely shutdown. The leak came from a failed O-ring seal.

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Discharge flange connection from high pressure gas compressor - Safety Moment

An inspection crew was conducting a proactive inspection of a gas export system using an infrared camera which looks for very small leaks (fugitive emissions). A small leak was observed around the flange using an infra red camera. A gas meter was applied and readings confirmed >20% LEL (Lower Exp…

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Choke manifold pressure test - Safety Moment

Severe corrosion caused a thermowell to be ejected.

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Catastrophic failure of pipework clamp connector (from HSE)

The primary cause of failure of the clamp was due to hydrogen cracking. Evidence from this clamp and others checked later indicates that high hardness, with values in excess of 48-50HRC (Rockwell hardness value), being the underlying cause. High hardness increases the material's susceptibility to cr…

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Dropped Object - Safety Moment

A hinged roller unit dropped 40ft onto the drill floor, missing the nearest person by 4ft.

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Small Bore Tubing Failure - Safety Moment

Fatigue failure of instrument tubing following a reinstatement of an incorrect orientation using incorrect fitting practices.

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Re-spooling line onto a winch - Safety Moment

The man's left hand was caught by a broken wire and pulled towards the drum.

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V-Door Extension Fell Across Rig Floor

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Crude Oil release from meter proving loop door

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Gas release from pressure control valve/pressure regulator