Safety Issue
The ship's procedures for re-entry into the engine room after
the operation of the FM-200 fire extinguishing system did not
adequately consider the time required to cool the fire scene and
did not provide the master with adequate guidance about when to
safely re-enter the engine room, therefore, exposing the ship to
the potential risk of re-ignition.
The practice of re-opening the fuel service tank quick closing
valve after the fire, without first isolating individual fuel
circuits, exposed the ship to the risk of another fuel leak and
possible re-ignition.
Safety Recommendation
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau recommends that Bourbon
Offshore Surf takes action to address these safety issues.