Investigation Report
Suspended Fuel Hose Fell and Injured Roustabout Following Coupling Release
11-02-2012 23:30 G28022 MC 698 Pollution
- BSEE
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- CorrosionDropped objectsMechanical failure
- Inspection and maintenanceLifting operations
- Hose
- Operating and work proceduresPositive retention and reliable securingPreventive maintenanceSafety communication
Summary
A roustabout suffered concussion and bruising when a suspended fuel hose fell following release of its Klaw coupling. The investigation identified corrosion-related break-stud failure under an expected normal load. Reported measures included coupling inspections, six-monthly stud replacement, deck-level wrap removal and a secondary retaining cable.
Classifications: Corrosion; corrosion damage.
Classifications: Dropped objects; falling objects; DROPS.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Lifting operations; load lifting; hoisting.
Classifications: Hose; flexible hose.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Positive retention and reliable securing.
Classifications: Preventive maintenance; preventative maintenance; planned maintenance.
Classifications: Safety communication; toolbox talk; toolbox talks.