Analysis of the transfer and distribution of sulfur in the typical refinery
Apr 4, 2012
Li Shi
Analysis of the transfer and distribution of sulfur in the typical refinery
Operating Procedures
This chapter concerns the RBPS element that ensures proper development, timely maintenance, and consistent use of operating procedures (procedures) is one of nine elements in the RBPS pillar of managing risk.
Gain further insight on the topic through the Introduction to Operating Procedures.
Practical Approach to Vendor Package HAZOP Studies and Preparing the Package Vendor for the Ordeal
Apr 3, 2012
Steven T. Maher
During the design phase of a project, vendor packages (e.g., compressors, water desalination) are typically treated as a "black box" with a very specific function, and the typical perspective of the buyer/owner/operator is that safety issues have been thoroughly vetted, based on the package vendor...
The UK Experience In Managing Risks Arising From Human Error
Mar 13, 2011
David Embrey
Following the Piper Alpha incident in the North Sea, both offshore and onshore Oil and Gas operators in the UK were required under the COMAH (Control of Major Accident Hazards) regulations to submit a Safety Case setting out how the risks in their installations were to be managed. After many years...
Gas Piping and Equipment Commissioning Risks "10 Key Things Everyone Should Know"
Mar 23, 2010
John R. Puskar
There have been a number of devastating incidents related to natural gas piping system and the start-up and commissioning of equipment. It's very rarely that an incident occurs when equipment is at the ready and in some normal operating routine. The vast majority of incidents are directly related...
A Framework for Human Error Analysis of Emergency Situations
Mar 23, 2010
Travis JB Deacon
Human factors play an important role in the escape, evacuation and rescue process. Human factors analysis is rooted in the concept that the frequency and consequences of human errors are related to work environment, work culture and procedures. This can be accounted for in the design of equipment,...
Modular Procedural Automation Addressing the Post Recession Skills Gap
Mar 23, 2010
Maurice J. Wilkins
A procedural operation consists of a set of tasks that are conducted in a set way time-after-time to achieve a certain goal such as starting or shutting down a unit or making a product. As demonstrated by Paul McKenzie (Bristol Myers Squibb) at the WBF NA Conference 2007 in Baltimore, it could even...
A Guide to Developing and Implementing Safety Checklists: Plant Steam Utilities
Mar 21, 2010
Delmar Morrison
Steam generation is an integral part of most chemical process plants; however, the steam plant often is or can be overlooked in the area of hazard analysis. The reasons for this oversight are obvious: steam generation is considered to be an old and well understood process, and steam boiler systems...
Guidelines for Performing Effective Pre-Startup Safety Reviews
March, 2007
This book provides guidance to those with responsibility for scheduling and executing a Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR). It outlines a protocol and tool for use by project or turnaround teams, to effectively and efficiently schedule and execute a PSSR. Integrates PSSR throughout the project/...
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