Testimonials and Previous Investigations for Fire and Explosion Scenes

HMAS Westralia Fire HMAS Westralia

On 5th May 1998 a flexible hose (one of a number used to replace rigid hoses) burst releasing diesel fuel and causing a fire in the main machinery space of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) ship Westralia. The resulting fire caused the deaths of four people onboard.

The enquiry found that the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and the contractor did not critically examine their course of action and that key personnel in the RAN and the contractor were insufficiently trained and qualified.

Greg Kelly & Associates were engaged in the above investigation.