This incident is a PERFECT example of how work within the space can CREATE its own HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE! This tank was sitting in a lay-down yard and had been painted on the inside. Not sure if it was a “new” tank or one that was being reworked, but nonetheless it was NOT attached to a process or anything for that matter at the time of this accident. The vessel was being inspected at the time of the flash fire.
CLICK HERE (pdf) for the investigation presentation. Very Well DONE!
