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Sudden and uncontrollable move of A&R head

Publisher
IMCA · International Marine Contractors Association
Type
Safety Flash
Reference
IMCA SF 07/23
Date
Themes
IsolationLine of FirePressure Systems

Summary

Abandonment and Recovery (A&R) head was being prepared for welding at the end of offshore pipeline installation operations. As final adjustments were being made, the A&R head assembly was moved upwards and then ejected in an uncontrolled manner from the pipe end.

IMCA SF 07/23. Themes: isolation, line of fire, pressure systems.

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