FACTS
Fire and explosions in shipyards have devastating consequences.- Improper storage or handling of flammable materials, such as fuels, solvents, paints, or chemicals, can lead to accidental ignition.
- Hot work operations like welding, cutting, and grinding can generate sparks, slag, or heat that can ignite nearby flammable materials if proper precautions are not taken.
- Electrical faults, such as short circuits, overloaded circuits, or equipment failures, can cause sparks or heat that ignite nearby combustible substances.
- Ships and vessels in shipyards may contain fuel tanks or other sources of flammable or combustible substances.
- Malfunctioning or improperly maintained equipment, such as pumps, compressors, […]
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