When a hydrocarbon release finds an ignition source

A learning-focused safety moment based on a laboratory incident where a leaking Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) sample cylinder created a flammable atmosphere that subsequently ignited.

This learning moment explores the hazard pathway from release to ignition, highlights the importance of understanding hydrocarbon behaviour, managing workplace changes, controlling ignition sources, and verifying that work areas and controls are suitable for hazardous activities. Includes key discussion questions and practical actions to help prevent similar incidents.