Locations that have been determined to be hazardous or non-hazardous. For hazardous areas, the location can be further classified according to Class, Divison and Group.Continue Reading

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Class 1: Locations in which flammable gases or vapors may or may not be in sufficient quantities to produce explosive or ignitable mixtures. Division 2: indicates that the hazardous material has a low probability of producing an explosive or ignitable mixture and is present only during abnormal conditions for a short period of time.Continue Reading

Class I—Locations in which flammable gases or vapors may or may not be insufficient quantities to produce explosive or ignitable mixtures. Class II—Locations in which combustible dust (either in suspension, intermittently, or periodically) may or may not be insufficient quantities to produce explosive or ignitable mixtures. Class III—Locations in which ignitable fibres may or may...Continue Reading

Determines the existence and extent of hazardous locations in a facility containing any flammable and combustible chemicals where explosive atmospheres may occur. Provides the details of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous areas in the facility which helps in identifying the possibility of risks such as Fire and Explosion. Following terms are all synonymous to EAC; – Hazardous...Continue Reading

Fires and Explosions – a major concern in offshore / oil rigs, considering the sensitive and confined environment. Any ignition source i.e. spark, unexpected rise in well pressure, etc. can trigger catastrophic fires and blowout-type explosions. Fall-related Accidents, man overboard, etc Dropped objects Transportation limitation – in case of accidents that require immediate treatment and...Continue Reading

Implement safety protocols from the start to build a personnel safety culture Ensure all personnel are aware and follow the HSE management system in place Familiar with your working environment. Observe and communicate if any potential hazard/risk presence Evaluate regularly to improve the safety management system in the facility/operationsContinue Reading

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The oil and gas sector has an inherent risk that is unlikely to be removed entirely from industry operations.Continue Reading