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ALARP in risk assessment explained

ALARP in Risk Assessment: Explained

Summary: What is the significance of ALARP in risk assessment, and how does an ALARP assessment aid in maintaining risks at levels that are as low as reasonably practicable? What is the process of analyzing risk contributors and the necessity of determining additional risk reduction measures, following the ALARP principles outlined in the ALARP triangle? […]

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Fire and Explosion Risks: Incorporating Consequence Modelling

Summary: Discover how integrating consequence modelling into fire and explosion risk assessment can enhance safety by identifying hazards, assessing likelihood and estimating potential consequences, supporting proactive risk mitigation strategies, and continuous improvement. Fire and explosion risks are a major concern for industrial facilities. They can cause significant damage to property, equipment and fatal injuries to

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Quantifying and Assessing Risks - Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)

Quantifying and Assessing Risks – Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)

Summary: Discover the role of quantifying and assessing risks in a quantitative risk assessment (QRA). Gain insights into the methodologies, tools, and best practices used to effectively analyze and manage risks. Enhance your risk management strategies with the power of quantitative risk assessment. What is a QRA? Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) is a systematic and

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What is a Risk Assessment Matrix – how does it help in HSE Risk Assessment?

Summary: What is a risk assessment matrix (RAM), and what is the role of RAM in HSE risk assessment practices?Despite challenges, the benefits of risk assessment matrices in supporting robust HSE risk management make them invaluable tools for organisations across industries. Managing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) risks is paramount in various industries. The well-being

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qualitative vs quantitative risk assessment

Qualitative Vs Quantitative Risk Assessment (Comparison)

Summary:  It is necessary for oil and gas projects to incorporate a combination of qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methods. While both approaches aim to assess and analyze risks, they differ in terms of methodology, data collection, and analysis techniques. Exploring and comparing both methods in detail. Risk assessment helps to identify and evaluate potential

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Risk Assessment in the Oil and Gas Industry: An Overview

Summary: This article focuses on providing comprehensive guidance on the risk assessment process in the oil and gas industry, including the identification and analysis of common risks and hazards. It also highlights best practices, regulatory compliance, and industry standards,  and emerging technologies for effective risk assessment. Risk assessment is an integral part of the oil

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Incident Investigation: Finding Root Causes and Ensure Workplace Safety

Summary:  By following a structured approach and involving a multidisciplinary team, incident investigations can provide valuable insights into what went wrong and why, enabling organizations to take appropriate actions to prevent future incidents.  This article on Incident Investigation helps to learn how to identify root causes, ensure workplace safety, and prevent future incidents. When an

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HAZID Vs HAZOP: Understanding 2 major hazard identification tools in detail

HAZID Vs. HAZOP: Understanding Two Major Hazard Identification Tools in Detail

Summary: HAZID and HAZOP are both essential risk assessment methods that address different aspects of hazard identification and mitigation. This article on HAZOP Vs HAZOP provides a good understanding of both methodologies and their use in different project phases.  Having a safe workplace is a top priority for any organisation, especially in the process industry.

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