Applied HAZOP Management
Oil and Gas, Refining, Petrochemical, Biofuels and related facilities handle the most dangerous chemicals with the most challenging process conditions.
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- Intermediate
- Type
- Course
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About Training
Oil and Gas, Refining, Petrochemical, Biofuels and related facilities handle the most dangerous chemicals with the most challenging process conditions. Process Safety initiatives are successful in controlling or eliminating these challenges when applied effectively. One of the successful process safety elements is Process Hazard Analysis (PHA). While there are various methodologies for analyzing processes to identify potential process failures and their consequences, the Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) is universally accepted as the method of choice for most operations. This course starts with the history of process failures with an emphasis on how PHA would have been utilized to prevent the incidents.
A review will be conducted to show how the PHA methods were developed and how each has benefits that are used in various types of facilities. Practical techniques for using the HAZOP method to evaluate processes will be presented and practiced with exercises. Class discussions will be held to facilitate the exchange of information from the class. Documentation tools and resources will be shared that can assist the class with implementation and enhancement at their facilities.
Training Objectives
- Attain self-sufficiency and efficiency in conducting HAZOP projects
- Conduct set-up modification independently
- Facilitate HAZOP meetings effectively for the team
- Maintain efficient personnel chain during the HAZOP program
- Learn procedural HAZOP conduct from previously implemented programs through case studies discussion
- Improve process hazard analysis skills
- Integrate PHA methods into process safety system processes
- Understand preparation, conduct and follow-up activities for HAZOP
- Gain methods and techniques through practical exercises and industry case studies
- Overcome limitations to achieving an optimal HAZOP
Audiences
This course is designed for, but not limited to, PSM, HSE, Process Managers, Team Leaders, Department Head, and those Engineers who are possible members of HAZOP team.
Instructor
Tom Drake
Tom Drake is one of the leading safety consultants in the Oil and Gas industry. He has over 35 years of experience and has held several positions as Safety Supervisor, Corporate Director for
Safety. Tom’s experience includes field and corporate international responsibilities in AMOCO Corporation, General Electric, and Enron Corporation. He has spent more than 17 years as Director for Safety at Enron Corporation and over 15 years in AMOCO Corporation. After his years in the industry, he founded The Drake Group in 1996. Tom is currently the President and CEO of the Drake Group, and continue to provide process safety consulting and systems development for clients primarily in the energy sector. Tom has served on Process Safety Committees for the Chemicals Manufacturing Association, National Petrochemical and Refiners Association, Propane Gas Association, and Interstate Natural Gas Association of America.
Daily Aims
- Terminologies
- Process Hazards
- Risk Assessments
- Review of Process Safety Incidents
- Review of PHA Histories, Regulations, and Initiatives
- Process Hazard Analysis (Methodologies, Advantages, and Disadvantages)
- HAZOP Method
- Deliverables
- HAZOP Process
- HAZOP Sequences
- HAZOP Preparation (Charge Letter, Computer System, Alignment Meeting, Materials, Nodes)
- HAZOP Management
- Starting the HAZOP
- Parameter & Guide Words
- Documentation & Reporting
- Follow-up
- PHA Exercise
- Organizing the Final Report
Training Schedule
No upcoming session is scheduled yet. Send a quick inquiry and we will let you know the next date.
Why Choose This Training
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Align with API/ASME standards. Trusted by major operators.
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Led by industry veterans with real field experience.
Real Case Studies
Practical application of concepts through real world scenarios.
Practical Skills
Hands on calculations and decision making for FFS outcomes.
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Delivered to Aramco, ADNOC, SABIC, and other major operators.
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