IMCASafety Flash
Overheated transformer activated fire alarm
- Publisher
- IMCA · International Marine Contractors Association
- Type
- Safety Flash
- Reference
- IMCA SF 19/21
- Date
- Themes
- Electrical SafetyHot Work and FireInspection and MaintenanceMachinery and Equipment
Summary
An under-rated transformer was installed, causing overheating and thermal degradation of the transformer which subsequently tripped the breaker and activated the vessel’s fire alarm
IMCA SF 19/21. Themes: electrical safety, hot work and fire, inspection and maintenance, machinery and equipment.
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