An energy attenuation device for a conduit that is adapted to convey a
pressurized fluid therethrough, comprising a hose section disposed about
a portion of the conduit, wherein such conduit portion is provided with
at least one aperture, for example in a surface thereof, and wherein in a
non-pressurized state of the conduit, the hose section rests against the
portion of the conduit over essentially the entire length of such
portion.