The audit was conducted from 15 to 17 January 2024.
Background
The Jotun FPSO is undergoing extensive refurbishment and upgrading. After upgrading and lifetime extension, the Jotun FPSO will be moved to a new location on the Balder/Ringhorne field.
Objective
The objective of the activity was to verify that Vår Energi's management and follow-up of the project within the domains of materials handling, working environment and emergency preparedness comply with the company’s and the authorities’ requirements. A further objective was to verify that the company’s management of the project ensures and facilitates the facility’s compliance with regulatory requirements in materials handling, working environment and emergency response once it comes into operation.
Result
The audit identified one non-conformity. This concerned:
- Documentation of blind spots/exclusion zones in the operation of offshore cranes
We also observed two factors that we have chosen to categorise as improvement points. These concerned:
- Manning analyses
- Means of evacuation – arrangement of lifeboats
What happens now?
We have asked Vår Energi to report to us by 19 March 2024 on how the non-conformity will be addressed, and for their assessment of the improvement points observed.