Safety Flash
Missing protection – progressive wear on hydraulic hoses causes damage
Missing protection – progressive wear on hydraulic hoses causes damage
- IMCA
- Safety Flash
- IMCA SF 03/26
- Hot Work and FireInspection and MaintenanceMachinery and Equipment
- FireMechanical failureStructural and asset integrity
- Inspection and maintenance
- Hose
- Competence and trainingPreventive maintenance
- Marine industry
Summary
An inspection identified hydraulic and fuel hoses rubbing against surrounding surfaces and sharp edges, with abrasion and missing insulation. The flash discusses routing clearance, securing, protective sleeves and routine inspection to address progressive wear and potential leaks, fire and machinery failure. It also highlights unsecured deck plates.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Structural and asset integrity; asset integrity; structural integrity.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Hose; flexible hose.
Classifications: Competence and training; competency assurance; safety training.
Classifications: Preventive maintenance; preventative maintenance; planned maintenance.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Summary
During an inspection, several hydraulic hoses and fuel hoses were found in direct contact with surrounding surfaces and sharp edges.
IMCA SF 03/26. Themes: hot work and fire, inspection and maintenance, machinery and equipment.