13072014 Injury Burns What happened While troubleshooting an overheated engine the Chief Mechanic instructed the rig mechanic IP to check the water level in the radiator prior giving sufficient time to cool down ID: 357614
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Date: 13/07/2014 Injury: BurnsWhat happened?While troubleshooting an overheated engine the Chief Mechanic instructed the rig mechanic (IP) to check the water level in the radiator prior giving sufficient time to cool down. While the IP was trying to open the radiator cap it suddenly opened and the hot water gushed out from the radiator on the mechanic’s left arm, thigh and leg resulting to 1st & 2nd degree burns.. Your learning from this incident..Management of Change process to be followed whenever there is a change in the routine tasks.Risk Control tools (PTW/MOC, JSA, TBT, ..etc.) to be put in place prior to commencing a non-routine task.Always position yourself in manner that minimizing the exposure to any hazards. Enforce the Empowerment to STOP and supervisors to listen to their subordinates..
When working with Radiators be aware of high temperature and trapped pressure.
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Always Follow OEM Instructions
Never Open Radiator’s Cap when it is Overheated
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As a learning from this incident and ensure continual improvement all contractmanagers are to review their HSE HEMP against the questions asked below Confirm the following:Is the empowerment to stop process used effectively? Is the alert/learning advice understood by the crew members?Are the tools/equipment appropriate for the job?Do your JSA’s/Procedures cover all risks and hazards?2
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