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Don't miss our upcoming webinar - Fact vs Fiction: Comparing FM Inspection Technologies. If you're confused by the messaging around the best technologies to choose for foreign materials detection, you're not alone. Whether you're in operations, FSQA or engineering, there's a lot of mis-information out there! In this webinar we'll dive into real-world examples and share case studies from various plants with practical insights and actionable tools to make the right FM inspection decisions for your facility. Wednesday, December 11th, 11 am EST Sign up here: https://ow.ly/NXZY50Ukger Can't make it? We've got you covered - register and we'll send you the recording! #FoodSafety #Xray #FMInspection

New Edition of API RP 575 (Inspection Practices for Atmospheric and Low-pressure Storage Tanks) just released. The new edition has the main structure and contents of the 4th edition. some captured changes are highlighted below: * Regulatory Alignment: The new edition includes additional references to PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) regulations that impact the use of RBI on regulated tanks. * Use of Technology in Inspection: It introduces updates on 3D imagery and digital tools for calibration and monitoring.

This is very useful especially when one needs to gauge the strength of an M&E system.

The average Probability of Failure on Demand (PFDavg) serves as a critical metric, encapsulating the reliability of safety functions when they're called into action. But that's not all to prove! Our latest paper sheds a light on PFDavg, but also on Hardware Fault Tolerance (HFT) and Systematic Capability (SC) unraveling its complexities and illustrating its pivotal role in safeguarding industrial operations. Understanding PFDavg is about crunching numbers; however, there is more to it! It is about selecting and adding safety rated hardware with the required voting and from the correct quality, from manufacturers that have a Functional Safety Management (FSM) system in place. Every party involved in the safety lifecycle shall have a safety infrastructure in place that you can count on in critical moments. Are you ready to deepen your knowledge about safety systems? Dive into our comprehensive whitepaper to master the nuances of PFDavg, HFT and SC and elevate your safety protocols. Your journey towards safety excellence begins here. Download now https://lnkd.in/g3yAnnEi and transform your approach to safety engineering. Yokogawa… Supporting All Industries, All Risks; Delivering Smarter, Safer Working. #PFDavg #ReliabilityEngineering #SafetyEngineering

CGA has over 110 years of experience working with our members to raise the bar for industry safety. Our publications library contains around 400 standards, guidelines, safety alerts, bulletins, technical reports, training materials, and the Handbook of Compressed Gases. CGA’s positions address safety and technical information related to the manufacture, transportation, storage, transfilling, and disposal of gases; and the containers and valves which hold compressed gases. https://lnkd.in/e-FP3zwh #CompressedGas #IndustrySafety #CGAStandards #SafetyFirst #GasSafety #CompressedGasSafety #IndustrialSafety #SafetyGuidelines #TechnicalStandards #GasIndustry #CGAResources #SafetyLeadership #SafetyInnovation #TransportationSafety #StorageSafety #CompressedGasExperts #SafetyCulture

Great short video about the inspection process.

Risk Based Inspection (RBI) plays a pivotal role in how companies manage their pressure equipment within a mechanical integrity program. RBI is a methodology used by companies to prioritize and optimize inspection, maintenance, and monitoring efforts based on the risk of failure of pressure vessels and other equipment. Justin Daarud, from Cognascents Consulting, will lead an interactive discussion that integrates the principles of API 580 (RBI) into a dynamic and engaging facilitated game. The game is designed to mirror the real-world challenges of Mechanical Integrity, requiring plant personnel to strategically allocate resources to prevent equipment failure and mitigate associated risks. By simulating the decision-making processes involved in risk management, this interactive session promotes cross-functional collaboration among facility departments and deepens participants' understanding of API 580 RBI concepts. The facilitation underscores the critical importance of inspection intervals in maintaining equipment integrity and minimizing risk. Through interactive gameplay, participants engage in meaningful discussions that enhance their knowledge of Mechanical Integrity and foster a culture of communication and risk awareness across organizations. For more information on our 2025 Special Sessions presentations please click here https://lnkd.in/gfzcEvCt. Don’t forget to add this to your conference schedule using the IPEIA Conference App - https://lnkd.in/gXbsRxuW #assetintegrity #assetmanagement #albertaenergy #assetprotection #pressurevessels #canadianenergy #canadianeducation #educationmatters #careergrowth #nde #weldinginspector #weldinginspection #failureanalysis #codes #oilandgasindustry #IPEIA2025

Root Cause Analysis with BS EN 62740:2015 🔹 *Key Features:* - *Comprehensive RCA Techniques*: Learn various RCA techniques and their strengths and weaknesses. - *Step-by-Step Process*: Follow a structured approach to analyze focus events with both positive and negative outcomes. - *Versatile Applications*: Apply RCA to quality management systems, failure analysis, maintenance, and equipment testing. 🔹 *Why It Matters:* Implementing BS EN 62740:2015 can significantly improve your organization's ability to identify root causes, enhance reliability, and foster a proactive safety culture. By understanding and addressing the root causes of issues, you can achieve higher quality standards and better overall performance.

Love to read this kind of case study that brought me additional insights and at the same time learning from past incidents. In the Philippines for the past 2 decades, numerous industrial process safety accidents already happened. Compiling these verified and notable incidents (not in order) are the following; 1. Ammonia leak in 2020 & 2021 (Ice Plant) 2. LPG Storage Facility fire in 2016 (Petrochem) 3. Factory fire (Valenzuela) in 2015 (Manufacturing) 4. Lepanto Mine Cyanide Spill in 2002 (Mining) 5. Factory fire (Cavite) in 2017 (Manufacturing) I consider this a process safety incident due to the following reasons: i. Failure in operational safety ii. Imposed environmental and health impact on the community iii. Failure in risk management and safety protocols iv. Uncontrolled Release of Hazardous Substances Recently this year, DTI has released its guideline PNS 2186 focusing on Process Management System. It was crafted to assist organizations/industries in designing and implementing effective process safety management programs. Hope the implementation of the new PNS continues and require considered high-hazard facilities to comply.

SPEC Process Engineering & Construction, - common safety practice for both remote isolation control and #firesafe valves for #flammable storage tanks. - Incidents involving remote isolation control and fire safety valve failures on flammable storage tanks serve as a somber reminder of the critical need for robust safety practices in our industry. Let's honor the lives lost by learning from these tragedies and committing to continuous improvement. By sharing lessons learned and prioritizing safety, we can work towards a safer future for everyone involved in the handling of flammable materials. #ProcessEngineering #ConstructionSafety #HazardousMaterials #SafetyFirst