ConocoPhillips Skandinavia (COPSAS) has received an audit from Norway’s Petroleum Safety Authority (PSA), from 5-10 August 2016, regarding the company’s work on ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements for electrical installations at Ekofisk 2/4 K and 2/4 B.
One non-conformity was identified in connection with the notification of hazard and accident situations.
In addition, two improvement points were identified relating to internal company requirements for, and follow-up of, electricians' qualifications and professional competence.
COPSAS has been given a deadline of 1 November 2016 to report on how the non-conformity and improvement points will be dealt with.
The objective of the audit was to monitor how the company is complying with the regulations relating to working in and operating electrical installations. The PSA placed special emphasis on following up how the company deals with challenges relating to technical integrity and electrical safety when working in and operating electrical installations, systems and equipment on ageing facilities, the PSA said.