1. HSE LEARNING INCIDENT:
To increase the gap between the blind flange and the pipe
flange to enable installation of a sling on the loosened
stud, IP right hand used the hydro test manifold fitted to
the blind flange to lift and shift the flange instead of
crowbar and kept his left hand on top of the blind flange
to control the movement of the flange.
During this process the blind flange slipped and his left
hand middle finger got trapped between the blind flange
and loosened stud resulting in crush injury to the distal
phalanx of the middle finger.
ROOT CAUSES: -
LEARNINGS:
Provide (weld) Eye-hook to
blind flange for safe lifting.
Key Learning:
Use the right tool for the job.
Finger Injuries
Use this Alert: Discuss in Tool Box Talks and HSE Meetings  Distribute to contractors  Post on HSE Notice Boards  Include in site HSE Induction
Contact: MSE511 for further information or visit the HSE Website Alert No LTI # January, 2012