koc wsg accident review forum mar 2017 updated
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Accident Review Forum
WELL SURVEILLANCE GROUP
Form 1st April 2016 – To 30th March 2017
H S E M a j o r I n d i c a t o r s
Acc idents
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
+2
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
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WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
H S E M a j o r I n d i c a t o r s
Acc idents
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)Well Services Technical (NK)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Description Of Incident
incident occurred around 10:30 but the driver and passengers are fine alhamdullellah and no injuries. While driving in north Kuwait high way at KM 43 already exited the abdally road took right side road The road is just 2 lanes one for each direction.and In the middle of the road the driver decided to take left to go off road.While turning left on the opposite direction lane a 3rd party big trailer truck hit the car from the back. The truck was driving trying to overtake our WSG engineer vehicle and most probably he was in the blind spot.WSG Engineer was driving a contractor vehicle and having 2 other WSG passengers and thanks god no injuries happened as all were fasten their set belt,
112 & 160 was informed and all 3 employees are fine. No one got hurt but the driver felt some dizziness and went to the hospital for check up by ambulance helicopter which reached the location within 5 minutes from reporting the driver dizziness
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Moderate Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)Well Services Technical (NK)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Incident Photos
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Minor Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)Well Services Technical (S&EK/WK)/ WSG
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Description of Incident
The accident took place in Ahmadi. WSG Engineer was on the left side on the road. WSG Engineer Driving with around 80 – 90 KM/hr speed and suddenly the road got closed because of a problem in the road which make the two ways to one way only, he tried to catch the break but it was failed, then he tried to slow down his speed as much as he can but unfortunately he hit a bus on the back right side. Minimal damage happened to his car on the left front side.
Immediate Action Taken
Stop KOC employee from driving KOC vehicle until he attend the defensive driving course again as refreshment
AC20160630121002
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Minor Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)Well Services Technical (S&EK/WK)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Description of Incident
While driving in Gaber Al-Ali area and in the main road the Taxi stopped suddenly in a traffic light and unfortunately, the WSG driver failed to control the company vehicle and smash the Taxi from the back with light damages of both vehicles.
Immediate Action Taken
Stop KOC employee from driving KOC vehicle until he attend the defensive driving course again as refreshment
AC20160630121002
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Minor Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Description
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
The accident took place in Burgan area at the wraha roundabout toward ahamadi . WSG employee was on the left side on the road. behind a bus which did a hard breaking before the speed pumped which forced the driver to do a hard break, and while holding the breaks my right front tire exploded which forced the car to slip toward the right while breaking and by that I hit the edge of the car in front which pushed his car toward the car on the right side of the road
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Rout Causes
1) High temperature could cause damage to the tires. 2) Not following rules / procedures (Speeding)
3) Lack of Training (Short following distances and wrong reaction for punctured tire)
Immediate Cause
right front tire exploded
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action taken to prevent the recurrence
1) Car providers should check on tires also not just oil filter every car service and change the tire after 50000 Km of driving.
2) KOC employee to join a defensive driving course A.S.A.P before driving any related KOC vehicles.
3) To issue HSE Alert about the incident which emphasize about the importance of following the speed limits and importance of following distance.
AC20160620131002
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
H S E M a j o r I n d i c a t o r s
Acc idents
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Vehicle Accident (MVA)Rig Road Opposite to GC 24 North Kuwait
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Causes Root
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
• Lack of attention/forgetfulness, • Not following rules/Procedures/Permit • Inadequate warning system/signs • Lack of training
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Action Taken
AC20170327211004
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
• Reported to 160, Alkhorayef Management & WS HSE Specialist• Investigation committee formed and TOR issued
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
LTDMotor Vehicle Accident (MVA)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate causes of incident
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Unsafe Practices (Acts & Behavior leading to the incident):• Not following rules / procedures / permits: Driver was driving before getting defensive driving training.
• Operating or working at unsafe speed/short cutting: He was over speeding (58 Km/Hr while speed limit 40-45 Km/Hr).
Unsafe Conditions (Conditions leading to the incident): • Slippery or uneven surface: It was on a Rig Road/ sandy road.
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Root Causes / Contributing factors
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Personal Factors (Weaknesses associated with people)• Inattention• Lack of training• Lack of knowledge/skill experience
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action Taken
AC20170305061001
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Root Causes / Contributing factors
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
2. Lack of respect for procedures Failed to adopt SAFE DRIVE – Defensive driving techniques
1. Inattention Distraction during driving would have caused for a delayed response by driver.
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action Taken
AC20161127161003
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
• Refrain the concerned employee from driving until further notice.• Re-attend Defensive driving training.• Warning letter to the concerned employee for “ non HSE compliance” • Stand down meeting arranged on the 3rd December 16 to highlight the incident finding and
precautionary measures. • Safety talk with all employees on “ Driving Safety”• Prepare incident alert and cascade among all other SGS locations.
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Severe Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Photos of Incident 1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate causes of incident
• Informed 160 and KOC HSE advisor.
• Making sure the involved person had no injuries.
• Taking some phots from the incident scene.
• Started the police reporting process.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Root Causes / Contributing factors
• Excessive physical / mental stress
• Lack of knowledge / skill experience
• Lack of training
• Inadequate maintenance / inspection
• Wear & Tear
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action Taken
• Involved driver to be send for refreshment Defensive Driving training and practical driving test.
• All four Tires to be changed together every 50000 to 60000 km. working distance with rotation of the tire every 20000 KM.
• All Tires to be filled with Nitrogen gas which having better working quality and less puncture incident probability.
• Review the quality of the IVMS report and the scoring process.
• To issue HSE Alert to be shared as lesson learned with all employees and KOC
AC20160709221001
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
FatalityMVA
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Minor Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Roots cusecs
Fatigued due to lack of sleep.Failure to adopt defensive driving techniques.Lack of manpower for the area with lack of days off and long working hours.
Immediate Causes
The vehicle user fell asleep behind the wheels while drivingFailure to maintain adequate distance from the vehicle in front.Routine activity like long/continuous driving & long shifts during fasting periods.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action taken to prevent the recurrence
• Refresher training on Defensive Driving to the vehicle user who met with accident.• Hiring of Third party drivers to work for the field staffs in different areas.• Awareness session on Fatigue Management During Driving to all Field Staffs.• An internal memo released on non usage of company vehicles by field staffs after work
shift. • Review manpower working in the area and hiring enough people to do all the required
operational actions.• An HSE Alert distributed company wide.
AC20160623161004
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Vehicle Accident (MVA)
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Causes Root
Failure to brake early/Lack of attention
Failure to comply with defensive driving procedures
Root Causes:
Driver had an eye medical condition that should not permit him to drive
on duty
Periodical Eye check up was not implemented on annual basis to ensure
getting an update on eye fitness to drive on duty.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
ACTIONS TAKEN
The employee’s driving activities were suspended until eye condition improvement is realized
Stand Down for all employees explaining the accident and how it could have been avoided
Refreshing defensive driving assessment by 3rd party for all drivers
Review and amendment of Strengths of Defences Matrix for Motor Vehicle Operations, by adding eye vision check up on annual basis instead of biannual
Sharing lessons learned thru WSG incident review meeting & KOC exclusive workshop for incident review
Send out Alert covering accident direct, root cause and communications with all employees
AC20160509151003
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Lesson Learned From All MVA
The Main General Root Causes:
Lack of Training and Awareness.
Lack of PMC.
Lack of supervision and follow up.
Inattention and Distraction.
Fatigue .
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Accident Review From 1st April 2016 - 31st March 2017
WELL SURVEILLANCE GROUP
Form 1st April 2016 – To 31st March 2017
Lost Time Injury
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Lost Time Injury InvolvingPersonnel
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
ROOT CAUSESThere was Poor communication between the two parties on where todrop and rest and how to drop the item
Immediate Action
1. The two parties where already fatigued after carrying out a nitrogen activation operation2. The half loop has a swivel area which makes it awkward and difficult to maintain a centreof gravity while lifting3. The Half loop is heavy and can only be carried by minimum of two personnel
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action item taken • Toolbox talk should be done at the end of every job, before rigging down and this should be documented.• Refresher course should be done for IP and the entire crew members • The crane should be used to pick up heavy items above 40kg, Above 20kg two persons
must lift it. • Put weight signs on irons. This should be included in the company procedure• Impact hand glove must be used when rigging up and down. This is added to the procedure.• Implementation of hands free lifting procedure. Use of hands free tools• Activate 160 in any incident
AC20161020151005
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Accident Review From 1st April 2016 – 28st March 2017
WELL SURVEILLANCE GROUP
Form 1st April 2016 – To 28st March 2017
Environmental Incidents
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Total 6
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Spill Incident ReviewCrude Oil Spill/Release at SEK BG 809
Environmental Incidents
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Incident Photos
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Causes
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Polished rod was broken 1 inch below stuffing box flange.Flow line was not equipped with Check valve to avoid return from flow lineto the wellbore
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Rout Causes
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Well head and production tubing not concentric, generating deviation and keepingpolished rod bended• There was no Check valve installed on the flow line to prevent back flow.
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action taken to prevent the recurrence
AC20170121121001
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
• Well program must ensure proper alignment of wellhead and tubing string beforeperform the RIH.• Check valve must be installed in the flow line to avoid back flow.• WFT must verify the availability of Check valve at each installation, and to be added asa part of the well Commissioning Report.• WFT to verify the installation of check valve on all existing dual completions well.• Install ejection clamp on drive head (as an Engineering control) on all dual completionwells
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Diesel Leakage Environmental Incidents
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015Photo of Incident 1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Action
• Closed the valve and clogged the diesel leakage.
• Retrieved the spilled oil
• Plans to remove the contaminated sand from the location and to be replaced with normal sand.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Rout Causes
As Job Factors,
Unclear or inadequate work procedures / instructions Inappropriate design
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action taken to prevent the recurrence
1) to remove the contaminated sand from the location and to be replaced with normal sand.
2) Fully disable the changeover option between internal and external fuel tank usage after discussing the issue with KOC WSG staff and agreed about the suitable option.
3) Update the generator use procedure to have a clear fully disabling option for the changeover option between internal and external fuel tank usage.
4) Organize an awareness session for all Al- Khorayef manpower explaining the procedure and make sur the message is clear for all.
AC20161106101001
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Diesel Leakage Environmental Incidents
BG-0913
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Causes
Unsafe Practices (Acts & Behavior leading to the incident) Improper positioning
Fuel filter return hose damaged due to improper positioning the hose which affected by vibration of the generator Unsafe Conditions (Conditions leading to the incident)Erosion and Excessive vibration
As explained above the hose martial erosion due to the wrong position of the hose and generator vibration
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Rout Causes
Personal Factors (Weaknesses associated with people) Lack of knowledge / skill experience
Which lead to the wrong positioning of the hose
Job Factors (Insufficiently organized work procedures or weaknesses associated with the workplace
Inadequate maintenance / inspection
There is no rules to change the hose after a certain working hours and the manufacture recommendation was unknown
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action taken to prevent the recurrence
1) Make sure all the installation crew members will be aware about the Generator Vibration hazards and trained about the right hose position to prevent the tear because of the generator vibration.
2) Use Sleeves or wear pads to secure Hose to avoid rubbings on surfaces.
3) Communicate with the hose manufacture to have the documented recommended replacing manufacture recommendation after a certain working hours.
4) Add the recommendation to all maintenance protocol and communicate it with KOC WSG contract controller to communicate with other business partners
5) Add inspection of all hoses in the inspection maintenance check list.
6) Issue a HSE alert about the incident and share with KOC WSG contract controller to communicate with KOC employees and other business partners .
AC20161107131001
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Diesel LeakageEnvironmental Incidents
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Incident Photos
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Causes
Diesel primary filter crack at bottom.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Rout Causes
Diesel primary filter crack at bottom.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action taken to prevent the recurrence
Close mentoring to be exercised to check adequate maintenance , safety and security of generator working in the field.
AC20161107151004
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Asset Damage with Environmental Spill SEK
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photo
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Causes • The tank incorrectly placed on trailer and supported by two belts.• One of two belts not tighten properly.• When trailer on roundabout one belt released.• The tank move and the other belt cut by the sharp edge of tank basement.• The tank fall on the left side of trailer.
Rout Causes
• Falling / incorrectly placed objects• Inadequate tools and equipment• Lack of attention / forgetfulness• Lack of knowledge / skill experience
1st Apr.2016 : 27st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action Item taken
• Give awareness to all employees regarding tie down equipment's on trucks and inspection of supporting belts.
• Administration actions taken against involved employees.• Review the DDC (Defensive Driving Course) for all drivers.• Review the required WSG minimum HSE training for all new employees including
backing & lifting courses.• Implement and using a vehicle inspection before start moving the vehicles via a
checklist form.• Apply the Road risk assessments for all trips.• Apply the PMP (Preventive maintenance program) for all vehicles.• Apply the Stop Work Authority by all employees.• Encourage all Employees to report any HSE Concern.• Inspect all chains & belts used in the company.• Issue HSE Alert & distribute for all employees.
AC20160710151001
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
KOC Weatherford 46982
Crude Oil Spill/Release at SEK - AH-183Environmental Incidents
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photos
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Root Causes
Lack of procedures (Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)), as flex-insert running procedures are not covering securing the well in case of job did not complete (polished rod/ stuffing box installation).Lack of second barrier, as only one barrier was in place to control in case of well kick as required by well control procedures.Lack of supervision, as No monitoring exist on well after securementLack of certification evidence recording BOP testLack of Training, as well control training was not conductedRecommendations are suggested below to improve systems Lack of Planning.Lack of maintenance. Lack of Risk Assessment.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
• provide specification of the rubber element for the BOP (elastomer seal) • provide suitable Tank Capacity for the brine (150 bbl) to be used for well killing• equip the unit with suitable lightning to ensure its capable to work during night time• Procure a Safety Valve to be used in case of emergency and uncontrolled leak.• Have a continues monitoring on well in case of well secured without job completion• Implement a Pre-Job Check list and witnessed functional BOP tests to be part of this PJC, and procure
devices to record pressure test • All supervisors will attend Well control training• procure devices to record pressure test in addition to procuring data acquisition system to FBU• All employees who will supervise the flush by unit to attend Well Control course • Issue HSE alert as lesson learn from the incident
Immediate Action Taken
AC20160525091002
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Actions TO prevent the recurrence
AC20160525091002
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Lesson Learned From All Spill Incidnets
The Main General Root Causes:
Lack of Maintenance
Lack Procedure / Procedure not followed
Lack of supervision
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
Accident Review From 1st April 2016 – 28st March 2017
WELL SURVEILLANCE GROUP
Form 1st April 2016 – To 28st March 2017
Fire/Explosion Incidents
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Total 2
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 20151st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Generator Fire
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photo
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Roots Causes
• Personal Factors (Weaknesses associated with people) • Misperception of risk
• Standby Generator spare cable kept inside generator aggravated fire• Job Factors (Insufficiently organized work procedures or weaknesses associated with
the workplace
• Poor Housekeeping standard• Materials should not be kept inside generator• Lack of maintenance
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Immediate Causes
• Unsafe Practices (Acts & Behavior leading to the incident)• Improper loading, positioning, or storing of materials• Standby Generator cable was stored inside near filter aggravated fire• Unsafe Conditions (Conditions leading to the incident)• Fire & Explosion Hazard• Failure of cooling fan in Generator or Bursting of battery which resulted in ignition
(Vendor to investigate and confirm).
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Action Item Taken
AC20160814141004
• 1.Communicate with the vendor to confirm the root cause so that recommendation can be finalised.
• 2.To inspect and remove immediately unwanted materials stored in generators
• 3. Add materials shall not to be stored inside Generator in the inspection maintenance checklist.
• 4.Review Generator Maintenance checklist is in line with vendor manual
• 5.Awareness Training on Housekeeping to be provided to all employees in Operation
• 6. Issue a HSE alert about the incident and share with Alkhorayef/ KOC WSG contract controller to communicate with KOC employees and other business partners
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Generator Circuit Breaker Burnt
1st Apr.2016 : 27st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Incident Photo
Circuit Breaker(Sample) Generator
(Sample)
Burned Circuit Breaker
1st Apr.2016 : 27st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Roots Causes
Internal failure of the circuit breaker whereas the contactor was partially latched due to defected “Solenoid” (Internal component) that prevented the electrical busbar to be fully engaged.This leaded the circuit breaker to generate heat, sparks then fire on the system.
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
• Report the incident to KOC and SLB HSE.• Removed and replaced the generator with another one and restarted HPS the next day.• Initiate investigation with Fawars to identify the root cause and prevention plan.
Action Item Taken
AC20160814141004
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017
WSG QHSSE Review
1st April 2014 : 31st March 2015
Lesson Learned From All Genertor Fire Incidents
The Main General Root Causes:
Lack of Maintenance
Lack Procedure / Procedure not followed
Lack of supervision
1st Apr.2016 : 28st Mar 2017