IADCSafety Alert

Fatality Caused by Explosion of Corroded Fire Extinguisher

Publisher: IADC · International Association of Drilling Contractors
Type: Safety Alert
Reference: IADC Alert 21-08
Date: 24 May 2021
Themes: Corrosion Explosion Pressure Systems

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