Investigation Report
Nylon Sling Fire During Conductor-Casing Repairs
04-22-2009 14:00 G00985 EI/259 Fire - Nylon Sling
- BSEE
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- Electrical safetyFire
- Hot workInspection and maintenanceRiggingWorking at height
- Fall protection equipmentLifting accessoriesWire rope
- Upstream oil and gas
- Offshore installation
Summary
Investigation of a nylon sling fire during conductor-casing repairs from a suspended Spider climber. A stowed welding electrode assembly energised the climber and support ropes. The report identifies improper rigging, discusses manufacturer-recommended wire rope insulation and arc guards, and records no injuries or pollution.
Classifications: Electrical safety; electrical hazards.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Hot work; welding and cutting.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Rigging; slinging.
Classifications: Working at height; work at height.
Classifications: Fall protection equipment; safety harness; fall arrest equipment.
Classifications: Lifting accessories; lifting gear; rigging gear.
Classifications: Wire rope; steel wire rope.
Classifications: Upstream oil and gas; oil and gas extraction; upstream petroleum.
Classifications: Offshore installation; offshore platform; offshore rig.