Summary: This article breaks down how to make FPSOs safer by treating process, marine, and storage/offloading risks as one system. Starting from MAHs and bow-ties, we show how to set SCEs that cover cargo tanks and inerting, turret/moorings, risers, DP/drive-off, and shuttle-tanker SIMOPS. We outline practical MOC/SIMOPS controls, proof of barrier health via testing,...Continue Reading

Summary: Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) is a structured, data-driven method that estimates how often hazardous events could happen and how severe their consequences could be. By combining frequency analysis with consequence modeling, QRA quantifies individual and societal risk to guide ALARP decisions, safeguard design, emergency planning, and regulatory compliance. What Is QRA? If you’ve ever...Continue Reading

Summary: Some of the recent oil, gas, LNG, and chemical incidents highlight how weak hazard identification can escalate into major losses. Investigations reveal recurring gaps: underestimated process deviations, overlooked human–machine interactions, and poor recognition of cascading failures. Missed barriers—such as inadequate relief systems, flawed alarm management, and incomplete safeguards—left operations vulnerable. Root causes often trace...Continue Reading

Summary: Before risks become realities, they exist as overlooked details in design and operation. A Hazard Identification (HAZID) study is not just a checklist—it’s a focused inquiry into how things might go wrong and what that truly means. This blog breaks down the HAZID process into its core mechanics: from defining intent and applying ISO...Continue Reading

Summary: By capturing CO₂ from industrial processes and utilizing, CCUS offers a practical path to deep decarbonization. But as deployment expands, safety and transparency must remain top priorities. This article explores how CCUS is transforming heavy industry while emphasizing the critical need for rigorous oversight and public trust to ensure lasting, responsible progress. Heavy industries—such...Continue Reading

Summary: From fueling heavy industry to powering transport, hydrogen’s role is expanding—but storing it is no simple task. Its small, reactive nature poses serious challenges, from leakage risks to explosion hazards. This makes safety studies not just important, but essential. Each storage method—whether compressed, liquefied, or chemical—carries unique dangers that must be thoroughly understood and...Continue Reading

Summary: Imagine a world where we can stop harmful carbon emissions before they ever reach the atmosphere. That’s the promise of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS). In this blog, we explore how CCUS technology works, highlight real-world projects already making a difference, and look ahead to its growing role in the global push for...Continue Reading

Summary: What are the different industrial uses of hydrogen? What is the outlook for hydrogen consumption by 2050? Could hydrogen revolutionize the entire industrial sector with its wide-ranging applications? Below is a round-up article showcasing hydrogen’s vast and growing uses across various industrial sectors. An Introduction to Hydrogen Growth Trends As of 2024, the global...Continue Reading

  Summary: Did you know that hydrogen is 14 times lighter than air and highly flammable? A single leak can lead to catastrophic explosions if not handled correctly. Understanding hydrogen safety hazards is important for preventing industrial accidents. Let’s explore the hazards, risks, and essential precautions in hydrogen safety! As the global energy sector intensifies...Continue Reading

Summary:  Imagine facing a critical safety audit, and your safety case is the key to compliance. But is it strong enough to pass scrutiny? Whether you’re new to safety case development or looking to refine your approach, this guide equips professionals with the knowledge to create a robust and effective safety case. Here we break...Continue Reading