Severity
Incident
Was Hydrogen Released?
Yes
Was There Ignition?
No
Incident Date
Dec 31, 1969
Setting
Equipment
- Motive Power Systems
- Compressor
- Piping/Fittings/Valves
- Piping
Damage and Injuries
Probable Cause
Contributing Factors
Characteristics
When Incident Was Discovered
Lessons Learned
Hydrogen distribution lines should be designed and carefully inspected to ensure process equipment in the area is correctly and safely installed. Equipment subject to vibration should not be placed in contact with hydrogen lines or with other equipment.
If equipment is moved or rearranged, the hydrogen system should be reinspected as per the above.