CCPS Process Safety Glossary
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Improvement of conditions immediately after an accident; treatment of... Read More... |
A data base that contains all input data for a CPQRA, including the System... Read More... |
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An unusual, abnormal, or irregular set of circumstances that left... Read More... |
Having the ability to dissipate charge at a sufficient rate to prevent... Read More... |
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In practice, reaction rates are often determined by physical processes (e.g... Read More... |
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A computer language which is appropriate for a specific type of application... Read More... |
A generic term for a computer program written for a particular application,... Read More... |
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The collection of applications programs used on a given system. |
Refers to PES equipment status following approved future equipment... Read More... |
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Refers to PES equipment status following "preproduction". Approved Future... Read More... |
Is one layer of a system or subsystem considered adequate protection, in... Read More... |
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The reaction rate constant (k) is a function of temperature (T). This... Read More... |
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k= Z e–E/RT where k is the specific reaction rate constant in reciprocal... Read More... |
Graph that shows the logarithmic rate of heat production ln(q) versus the... Read More... |
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A vapor or gas which can cause unconsciousness or death by suffocation (lack... Read More... |
A list showing the correspondence between absolute or logical addresses and... Read More... |
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A risk that has been identified, analyzed, and accepted at the appropriate... Read More... |
The layer about 1000 m deep next to the ground that is strongly affected by... Read More... |
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The low momentum mixing of a gas or vapor with air. The mixing is the... Read More... |
The low momentum mixing of a gas or vapor with air. The mixing is the... Read More... |
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A measure of the degree of atmospheric turbulence commonly defined in terms... Read More... |
A storage tank that has been designed to operate at pressures from... Read More... |
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A model that follows the movement and dilution of a pollutant after it is... Read More... |
Random and rapid fluctuations in wind components, which determine the rate... Read More... |
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An inspection of a plant or process unit, drawings, procedures, emergency... Read More... |
The proof that systematic documentation of activities was performed in a way... Read More... |
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The autoignition temperature of a substance, whether solid, liquid, or... Read More... |
The increase of the rate of reaction due to the catalyzing effect of the... Read More... |
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Reaction of which the rate is increased by the catalyzing effect of its... Read More... |
The sustained decomposition of a substance without introduction of any other... Read More... |
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The minimum temperature for a specified test method, test apparatus (... Read More... |
The minimum temperature at which combustion can be initiated without an... Read More... |
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A control system beyond the scope of this standard in which PESs are... Read More... |
Also autooxidation or auto-oxidation. A slow, easily initiated, self-... Read More... |