Safety Alert
Siemens - Maxum II Edition Gas Chromatograph - Safety Features
Siemens - Maxum II Edition Gas Chromatograph - Safety Features
- HSE
- Safety Alert
- CEMHD1-2017
- Machinery and EquipmentProcess Safety
- ExplosionHydrogen safetyRegulation and legislation
- Inspection and maintenance
- Operating and work proceduresVentilation
- Downstream and process industries
Summary
HSE alerts gas chromatograph users to an explosion that caused life-changing injuries during return to service of a Siemens Maxum II. Hydrogen had accumulated while the unit was on hold, and automatic purging was not re-engaged. Users should review purge controls and discuss operating arrangements with manufacturers.
Classifications: Explosion; explosive atmospheres.
Classifications: Hydrogen safety.
Classifications: Regulation and legislation; safety legislation; regulatory requirements.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Ventilation; forced ventilation.
Classifications: Downstream and process industries; refining; petrochemicals.
Summary
Safety information concerning safety features on a Siemens Maxum II gas chromatograph.
CEMHD1-2017. Themes: machinery and equipment, process safety.