Severity
Incident
Was Hydrogen Released?
Yes
Was There Ignition?
Yes
Ignition Source
self-ignition
Incident Date
Nov 29, 2006
Setting
Equipment
- Motive Power Systems
- Compressor
- Piping/Fittings/Valves
- Piping
- Piping/Fittings/Valves
- Valve
- Piping/Fittings/Valves
- Flange
Damage and Injuries
Probable Cause
Contributing Factors
Characteristics
When Incident Was Discovered
Lessons Learned
The following actions were proposed as a result of this incident: The company in charge of valve calibration and maintenance will be subject to approval of the plant service inspection team. Plant operating procedures will be improved. The specifications concerning the mounting and revision of valves will be strengthened. An additional pressure sensor will be installed.