Investigation Report
Drilling Drive Cabinet Fire Following Condensation-Induced Arc Flash
11-22-2019 09:34 G35918 GB 491 - Fire - Incident >$25K - Required Muster
- BSEE
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- Arc flashElectrical safetyFire
- Drilling
- Switchgear
- Emergency responseFire protectionVentilation
- Upstream oil and gas
Summary
An investigation of a drilling-drive cabinet fire on Seadrill West Capricorn identifies condensation from air-handling ductwork entering the cabinet and causing an arc flash. It describes power loss, personnel muster, extinguisher use and smoke extraction, and recommends preventing condensation, removing nearby combustible storage and cleaning electrical-cabinet areas.
Classifications: Arc flash; arc fault; arc-flash.
Classifications: Electrical safety; electrical hazards.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Drilling; well drilling.
Classifications: Switchgear; switch gear.
Classifications: Emergency response; emergency preparedness.
Classifications: Fire protection; fire suppression; fire detection.
Classifications: Ventilation; forced ventilation.
Classifications: Upstream oil and gas; oil and gas extraction; upstream petroleum.