Biomass-fired thermal fluid heater damaged from an internal fire
September 28, 2021
Boiler, PV and Refrigeration
Reference Number:
II-1260939-2021 (#24215)
Location: Peace River region
Regulated industry sector: Boilers, PV & refrigeration - Boiler and pressure vessel system
Incident overview
A biomass-fired thermal fluid heater developed a secondary fire due to accumulation of ash and slag. The heat from the secondary fire damaged several parts of the heater rendering it inoperable.