OKEA – Draugen – HVAC systems

The Norwegian Ocean Industry Authority (Havtil) has carried out an audit of OKEA and their HVAC systems (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) at Draugen. The audit was conducted from 14 to 18 October 2024.

Objective
The objective of the audit was to verify how the company complies with regulatory requirements relating to the operation and maintenance of the HVAC systems on the facility. We also assessed OKEA’s compliance with the performance requirements of the HVAC systems that are part of the area classification, and ignition source control.

Result
We identified four non-conformities during the audit. These concerned:
Loss of overpressure in pressurised rooms
Classification of safety-critical equipment
Overview of barrier performance and follow-up of safety functions
Ignition source control

What happens now?
We have asked OKEA to report to us by 12 December 2024 on how the non-conformities will be addressed.