Severity
Incident
Was Hydrogen Released?
Yes
Was There Ignition?
Yes
Ignition Source
contact with hot surfaces and/or spontaneous ignition
Incident Date
Sep 07, 2010
Setting
Equipment
- Motive Power Systems
- Compressor
- Piping/Fittings/Valves
- Gasket
Damage and Injuries
Contributing Factors
Characteristics
When Incident Was Discovered
Lessons Learned
Carefully revise the risk assessment process to evaluate any confined areas where hydrogen is handled.
Separate the fire and gas detection alarm system from the process information to provide easy and clear identification.
Refresh and re-enforce personnel training on fire and gas identification and interpretation.
Retrain personnel on emergency procedures and enhance their understanding and awareness of risky, flammable, explosive, and/or toxic substances. Avoid underestimation of the hazards and complacency.
Re-enforce training and review training courses for recently hired personnel.