Fuel gas release from 1/2" fitting on turbine

Cause & Consequence

• Uncontrolled release of a flammable gas or liquid

Incident Location

FPSO

Incident Activity

Production operations

Specific Incident Equipment

1/2" fitting on turbine

Lessons Identified

• The fitting was found to be undertight, however the cause could not be determined
• The equipment was thoroughly checked and no further issues were identified on this or the other turbines
• All gas heads were checked to ensure the correct calibration settings

Incident Recommendations

• Review outcome from checks made to small bore tubing equipment on this and other turbines
• Check all technician competency records to identify any shortcomings on small bore tubing and to ensure ongoing competency checks are in place
• Modify gas head indication to provide early alarm on F & G panel