INTRODUCTION
'That’s what PHA’s are supposed to do!' The above quote from Ron Smith describes aptly what a PHA is supposed to do. PHA's are an important pillar of a robust PSM program. The need for process safety expertise is ever increasing and a growing challenge in the hydrocarbon, petrochemicals and chemicals industry across the globe. Knowledge and expertise in hazards identification is essential in reducing risk to “As Low As Reasonably Practical“ (ALARP), for existing installations or new projects . A good and thorough Hazop study is vital for effective risk identification and mitigation. Organizations can ensure good Hazop quality by developing Hazop skills of their engineers.
HAZOP training is provided by Umesh Goel, an expert trainer with long years of experience, utilizing a practical and interactive approach. The session includes several work-shops and mock Hazops, thus giving the candidates invaluable hands-on-experience to the trainees.
KEY OBJECTIVES
- To effectively prepare and conduct Hazop sessions (review team, methodology, documentation and implementation).
- To participate proactively in the Hazop sessions, applying methodologies in a conscientious and rigorous manner while encouraging out-of the box thinking.
- To carry out a qualitative risk assessment, identify high severity scenarios, check the adequacy of existing safeguards and give recommendations for additional safeguards.