The audit was conducted from 18 to 20 June 2024.
Objective
The objective of the audit was to verify that Equinor’s management and follow-up of materials handling, including maintenance of lifting equipment, complied with the company’s and the authorities’ requirements, so as to reduce the likelihood of failures and undesirable incidents.
Result
Five non-conformities were identified concerning:
- Maintenance programme for materials handling equipment
- Planning
- Assessment of simpler lifting facility
- Competence of lifting facility operator
- Governing documents
One improvement point was also identified, concerning secondary escape routes from offshore cranes.
What happens next?
We have asked Equinor to report on how the non-conformities will be addressed, and for their assessment of the improvement point observed. The reply deadline is set at 13 November 2024.