Investigation Report
Fire and explosion on bulk carrier Yeoman Bontrup
Fire and explosion on bulk carrier Yeoman Bontrup
- MAIB
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- ExplosionHot Work and Fire
- ExplosionFire
- Hot workInspection and maintenance
- Personal protective equipmentProcess pipework and pipelines
- Emergency responseMedical surveillancePreventive maintenanceRisk assessment
- Marine industry
- Vessel
Summary
Investigation annexes examine the Yeoman Bontrup fire and explosion, including a literature review finding hydraulic oil spray ignition by the halogen lamps extremely unlikely. A safety flyer highlights active radioactive silometers and damaged shielding. Revised shipboard procedures address radiation risks, maintenance, emergency notification and health surveillance.
Classifications: Explosion; explosive atmospheres.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Hot work; welding and cutting.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Personal protective equipment; PPE; personal protection equipment.
Classifications: Process pipework and pipelines; process piping.
Classifications: Emergency response; emergency preparedness.
Classifications: Medical surveillance.
Classifications: Preventive maintenance; preventative maintenance; planned maintenance.
Classifications: Risk assessment; hazard assessment.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Themes: explosion, hot work and fire.