This intense, comprehensive and practical course discusses all aspects of process safety systems with particular focus on the practical aspects of evaluating, analyzing, designing, selecting, installing, operating and testing. A proper understanding and execution of each of the above is essential in assuring surface safety systems operates at maximum efficiency and experiences minimal problems. Frequent reference is made to historical landmark incidents and recurring problem areas. Techniques for analyzing and mitigating process safety hazards applicable to upstream oil and gas processing facilities will be reviewed. Integration of the concepts presented to achieve a measured approach to process safety engineering is the key to this course. In addition, this course also studies the installation of electrical installations in hazardous locations.
The course maintains a balance between lecture and in-class exercises and between theory and application. In-class work sessions are evenly distributed throughout the workshop to enhance the principles covered. In addition, each participant will receive an extensive set of practical in-class “case study” exercises that emphasize the design and “troubleshooting” pitfalls often encountered in the industry. The suitability and applicability of the case studies, is recognized as one of the best in the industry.