Device and method for capturing leaks from a pipeline, valve or flange

A leak capture device formed from a flexible fabric or sheet material, for use in capturing fluid leaks from a pipeline, valve and/or flange, wherein the device comprises

• a flexible, impermeable, fabric or sheet material, having a sufficient size and shape, and comprising supporting means to form, when installed, a fluid leak containment reservoir pocket below a pipeline, or a valve or flange that is installed in the pipeline;
• wherein, the material is sized and shaped to cover the area below where the fluid leak occurs and extends to a sufficient area and height around the pipeline, valve and/or flange when installed, to provide a sufficient volume to contain any fluid leaked therefrom;
• and
• the fluid containment reservoir provides a sufficient open area, when installed, at the top of the containment reservoir to allow for maintenance or other work to be performed on the pipeline, valve and/or flange.