During offshore operations, a contamination leak occurred due to an open strainer vent cock, causing liquid spillage onto the vessel’s deck and into the sea, reports an alert from Marine Safety Forum.
What HappenedDuring offshore operations, the vessel was lined up to receive Offshore Contaminated Bulk Liquid (Slops) from the rig. When the transfer started, the bridge crew noticed a spray/mist from the strainer on the port side. An “All stop” was called, and the rig quickly stopped the transfer....
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