West of England P and I

The Club has identified the primary causes of gas entry into vessel accommodation and working spaces.

- Deficiencies in the ventilation systems within these areas have allowed gas infiltration due to a failure to maintain positive pressure.

- Gas ingress has also been observed through electrical conduits and structural defects in adjoining bulkheads, including cracks and corrosion holes, emphasising the necessity of rigorous maintenance and inspections.

- Another significant contributing factor is the omission of assessing the gas-tight integrity of cargo holds before fumigation.

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