IMCASafety Flash
Hydrogen sulphide detected in a bilge tank
- Publisher
- IMCA · International Marine Contractors Association
- Type
- Safety Flash
- Reference
- IMCA SF 32/21
- Date
- Themes
- Confined SpaceHazardous SubstancesHydrogen SulphideInspection and Maintenance
Summary
Accumulated bilge residue released hydrogen sulphide during tank cleaning, requiring monitoring, respiratory protection, ventilation and specialist removal.
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IMCA SF 32/21. Themes: confined space, hazardous substances, hydrogen sulphide, inspection and maintenance.
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