The fire was controlled within 30 minutes, but the incident carries an important message for all of us.

Initial findings point to hot work carried out near residual hydrocarbons, with gaps in gas testing and permit control.
This incident shows one clear fact.
Decommissioning is not a low risk phase.
Even when production stops, hazards remain.
Hydrocarbons remain.
Ignition sources remain.
Human error remains.

Key reminder for our industry:
• Hot work needs full PTW control at all times
• Gas testing must be continuous, not one time only
• Isolation must be verified, not assumed
• Supervision must stay strong until the last bolt is removed
Safety does not stop with production.
It continues until the site is fully cleared.
Interested to hear views from others working in decommissioning or brownfield projects.