Name: Barge Hold Explosion
Start: 2018-5-1
End: 2018-5-1

May, 2018

201801MayAll DayBarge Hold ExplosionEPSC Learning Sheet | Avoid Splash Loading of hydrocarbonsLessons:Operational IntegrityLanguage:EN Origin: EPSC Document Type:BulletinTopics:Flammable Atmospheres

Summary

While loading kerosene from a refinery into a barge an explosion in the hold took place. Charged droplets after splash loading was the most likely ignition source.

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Origin

EPSCEuropean Process Safety Centre