Hazards present in LNG processing, transport, and storage

As a protective measure, all workers involved must wear appropriate clothing and gloves to protect their skin from any contact with the product. Due to the intense cold of LNGs, if the skin is exposed to them, it can cause extreme and permanent damage to the skin through cryogenic burning.

Should a leak occur, safety showers should be positioned within 10 seconds’ reach of any pipework to provide quick relief to affected workers and comply with ANSI standards. ANSI and European standards stipulate that water from a safety shower should be maintained within a tepid range of 59-100F to prevent subjecting them to further harm, such as hypothermia caused by freezing water or scalding due to hot temperature.

Hughes manufacture a range of water tempering safety showers. Tubular showers such as the EXP-AH-2GS trace-tape heated wall mounted shower can be installed at the site as a space-saving alternative. The trace-tape heating provides frost protection to the pipework when exposed to extremely cold conditions. On the LNG cargo ships, which are prone to movement from the water, a plumbed-in safety shower is mandatory. In such environments, the STD-SD-32K/45G cubicle safety shower provides a dedicated demarcation zone for decontaminating and comes with an internal eye wash as an all-in-one solution.

For remote regions without a reliable water source Hughes offer a range of immersion-heated emergency tank showers. The 1500L variant ensure compliance to all standards by providing over 15 minutes of water to thoroughly decontaminate the user. An internal eye wash is a standard feature of Hughes tank showers, providing an all-in-one safety solution.

To discuss the safety requirements of your site, contact Hughes for a quote and expert advice.