OXYOMAN

HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT & SAFETY

Lessons Learned Communication

There is no task so urgent or so important that warrants risking our most valued asset-people.

What Happened?
Whilst Pressure Testing HCR & Remote
Choke Valves, via a 1502 test flange with
incorrect bolts fitted, flange released with
a bang (contained on remaining bolts). On
hearing the sound the I.P. stumbled &
struck his head, causing a small 1 cm
laceration behind his right ear. All barriers
& permits were in place.

Process Safety Incident:

Contractor Head Injury, NLWDC
(Oman North)
11 January 2015

What Caused This?

1. Incorrect bolts used on the flange as per
API SPEC 6Aresulted in short bolted
connection that could not withstand
test pressure.
2. Supervisors accepted an unsafe
condition.
3. Crew members failed to use the Stop
Work Authority.

What Can I Do?

1. Ensure supervisors are aware of API 5. Discuss incident and highlight the lessons
recommended practices, standards and
learned with Drill Crews during Pre-tour
specifications.
meetings, TBT and Weekly safety Meeting.
2. Enforce empowerment to STOP 6. Ensure Pressure test area is barricaded and
program.
all personnel are clear.
3. Never accept unsafe conditions.
7. Ensure proper bolting of flanges and that all
4. Ensure The PTW addresses the task.
bolts are in place and fully engaged.

OxyOman Safety Alert #40

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