Alerts & Learnings Crate Lid Dislodged Overboard During Heli Ops During helicopter operations on a UKCS drilling rig, a 3mx3m wooden crate lid weighing approximately 40kg, dislodged from a hose transport crate and blew overboard. While no personnel were in the area, the event highlights the risks associated with storage near helidecks. Key Learnings: Securing Mechanisms Matter: Factory-installed plastic banding and screws, originally intended for transport, can degrade over time due to environmental exposure, making them inadequate to withstand wind and helicopter downdrafts.Environmental Forces: Weather, wind and rotor downwash amplify the risk of unsecured items becoming Foreign Object Debris.Storage and Security: Evaluate storage areas near the helideck for suitability, ensuring they are used only for essential items. Relocate non-essentials elsewhere and secure any necessary items with approved mechanisms to withstand environmental stresses.Regular Inspections: Conduct routine checks of these securing systems, to identify and address potential risks.Increase Awareness: Identify hidden Foreign Object Debris risks by raising awareness about items or equipment that might not typically be recognized as a potential hazard. Discuss: What Process do you have in place to ensure all items around your helideck are properly inspected and secured to withstand environmental and operational forces? Download Alert Rate this Alert Your Rating Average Rating Share: Share on Linkedin Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share with Email
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