The hazards of a process, such as the inherent reactivity, flammability, and toxicity of the materials used in the process, must be evaluated and mitigated to an acceptable level. Hazard identification and risk analysis (HIRA) provides a structured approach for this purpose. This course builds upon the fundamentals covered in ELA974 - Hazards and Risk: Introduction to Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis and provides a deeper understanding of the HAZOP method introduced in that course. This course will provide guidance on selecting HAZOP nodes, the preparation required to conduct a HAZOP, roles and responsibilities of HAZOP team members, and how to document the outcomes of a HAZOP. Different HAZOP methods and techniques are presented and their applicability is discussed. A brief introduction to quantitative risk analysis methods is included as these methods are often required to determine the required risk reduction measures needed to meet an acceptable risk target.
Unit 1:
- The composition of the HAZOP team and its importance
- Methods to determine boundaries on the P&ID
- Selecting HAZOP nodes based on the boundaries
- Identifying adequate safeguards
- Using a Risk Matrix to determine recommendations
Unit 2:
- Understand use of Product Line or Generic hazard reviews
- Describe Checklist hazard review methods
- Understand the importance of revalidation HAZOPs
- Understand of Hazard Review Leader responsibilities
- Describe some common HAZOP study mistakes
- Recognize several risk quantification methods
Engineers who will be involved in process development from conception through to commercialization, or involved in operation of a processing plant. This course builds upon the fundamentals covered in ELA 974 - Hazards and Risk: Introduction to Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis, which should be completed before taking this course. The target audience for this course is Engineering students seeking a greater understanding of the HAZOP method, wanting to learn about the different types of HAZOP methods that are commonly used, and those who want to an introduction to risk quantification methods. This course is also suitable for early career professionals in industry who need a refresher on these topics.
Unit 1: HAZOP Study Method
- The composition of the HAZOP team and its importance
- Methods to determine boundaries on the P&ID
- Selecting HAZOP nodes based on the boundaries
- Identifying adequate safeguards
- Using a Risk Matrix to determine recommendations
Unit 2: More HAZOP Guidance and Additional HIRA Methods
- Understand use of Product Line or Generic hazard reviews
- Describe Checklist hazard review methods
- Understand the importance of revalidation HAZOPs
- Understand of Hazard Review Leader responsibilities
- Describe some common HAZOP study mistakes
- Recognize several risk quantification methods
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