HSE OIS 10/2008
Fire and explosion hazards in offshore gas turbines
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SUMMARY
This information sheet provides guidance for duty holders of offshore installations on identifying fire and explosion hazards in offshore gas turbines. In recent years there has been a marked increase in fires associated with these machines. The aim of this sheet is to identify good practice and provide guidance on minimising risks from fire and explosion hazards associated with turbines operating in an offshore environment.
This report and the work it describes were funded by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Its contents, including any opinions and/or conclusions expressed, are those of the author(s) alone and do not necessarily reflect HSE policy