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Operating Procedure Manual

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An Operating Procedure Manual is a detailed document that outlines the step-by-step instructions for operating and maintaining equipment, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. It is critical for offshore and onshore facilities, such as oil platforms, to provide clear guidance on procedures for normal operations, start-up, shutdown, and emergency situations.

Components of an Operating Procedure Manual

1. General Information

  • Description of facilities, locations, and equipment.
  • Statutory requirements and organizational roles.

2. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Start-up, normal operations, shutdown, and emergency shutdown.

3. Hazard and Safety Procedures

  • Fire and safety measures, hazardous area classification, and life-saving arrangements.

4. System Descriptions

  • Detailed process descriptions for utility, production, and control systems.

5. Emergency Response

  • Alarm systems, evacuation procedures, and firefighting measures.

6. Diagrams and Supporting Documents

  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), flowcharts, and engineering data.

Steps to Create an Operating Procedure Manual

1

Gather Information

Collect data on processes, equipment, and safety standards.

2

Define Procedures

Develop step-by-step instructions for all operational scenarios.

3

Incorporate Safety Measures

Include safety systems, alarms, and hazard
management plan.

4

Review and Validate

Ensuring accuracy through expert assessment.

5

Update and Maintain

Ensure the manual reflects changes in equipment or operations.

How Storm Technical Can Contribute

Development of OPMs

Storm Technical can prepare comprehensive and customized Operating Procedure Manuals for offshore and onshore facilities.

Risk and Safety Integration

Incorporating HAZOP findings and risk assessments to enhance safety and compliance.

Documentation and Review

Providing structured documentation, ensuring alignment with industry and regulatory standards.

Updates and Modifications

Assisting in revising manuals to reflect operational or equipment changes.

By leveraging expertise in technical safety, Storm Technical ensures clients receive high-quality, regulatory-compliant manuals to enhance operational efficiency and safety.