Petroleum Safety Authority Norway

09/27/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/27/2021 07:53

Equinor – barriers for structures, maritime systems and risers – Aasta Hansteen

Equinor - barriers for structures, maritime systems and risers - Aasta Hansteen

The Petroleum Safety Authority Norway (PSA) has carried out an audit of Equinor and the company's barriers for structures, maritime systems and risers at Aasta Hansteen.

Published: 27 September 2021
  • Structural safety
  • Maintenance management

The audit was conducted from 10 to 16 June 2021.

Objective

The objective of the audit was to verify Equinor's follow-up of the operation and maintenance of structures, maritime systems and risers, and to ensure that the company has a holistic approach to safe operation and operates in accordance with its own requirements and regulatory requirements.

Result

Three non-conformities were identified relating to:

  • Deficiencies in maintenance management
  • Planning and prioritisation of maintenance
  • Training related to maritime systems

In addition, two improvement points were identified, relating to:

  • Stability
  • Anchoring system

What happens now?

We have asked Equinor to report on how the non-conformities will be addressed. The company has also been asked for its assessment of the improvement points identified. The deadline for this is set at 15 October 2021.

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Contact

Eileen Brundtland

Press contact
Phone: +47 51 87 35 12