The Hibernia platform was the first fixed platform to be installed off the coast of Newfoundland. It consists of a concrete gravity base structure (GBS) with integrated topsides facilities accommodating all drilling, producing and utility equipment, and providing living quarters for the steady-state crew of approximately 185 people. The Topsides facilities have a design capacity of 200,000 barrels of crude oil production per day.

Johnson Controls (Operating under the legacy Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions brand) were awarded the contract for the design, manufacture and supply of a leading edge Public Address General Alarm (PAGA) system for installation on the Hibernia platform.