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What primary issue led to the near miss incident involving hot work on the vessel?
What primary issue led to the near miss incident involving hot work on the vessel?
Which safety control was notably absent during the hot work process?
Which safety control was notably absent during the hot work process?
What assumption did the foreman make that contributed to the incident?
What assumption did the foreman make that contributed to the incident?
What factor contributed to the inadequate pre-job planning for the hot work activity?
What factor contributed to the inadequate pre-job planning for the hot work activity?
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What was a direct consequence of the sparks and slag falling through the hole in the deck?
What was a direct consequence of the sparks and slag falling through the hole in the deck?
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Study Notes
Hot Work Permit to Work Boundary Limit
- A near miss occurred when a third-party contractor removed a metal stump, using a cutting torch and grinding disc, on a vessel's main deck.
- Sparks and slag from the cutting process fell into a hole in the deck and onto scaffolding boards, and a 600V HV electrical cable.
- There were burn and scuff marks on the cable.
- Vessel engine room crew noticed falling sparks and stopped the work immediately.
- No fire watcher was present.
What Went Wrong
- Inadequate risk perception: The contractor didn't assess the worksite conditions below the deck, or the conditions in the area surrounding the work. No risk assessment was conducted.
- Inadequate controls were in place.
- Inadequate communication: The Permit to Work application did not detail the work being performed.
- No permission was sought for hot work on the stump.
- Incorrect assumptions were made about the scope of the hot work permit.
Actions and Recommendations
- Review and update training materials to ensure all aspects of Permit to Work (PTW) requirements are captured.
- Ensure adequate training for third-party contractors regarding the PTW system.
- Review and update pre-job planning; hazard identification; job site inspections; and readiness plans before issuing a PTW.
- Ensure all crew are informed about active PTWs.
- Review task risk assessments to capture lessons learned from incidents.
- Ensure adequate supervision at the site.
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