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Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP)

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What is HAZOP?

HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) is a structured method used to identify and analyze potential risks and problems in industrial processes. It examines how a system might deviate from its intended design and assesses the potential consequences of such deviations. By focusing on safety, operability, and efficiency, HAZOP helps organizations prevent accidents, protect personnel and assets, and optimize operational performance.


This method is crucial across industries, ensuring systems operate within their design intent to reduce risks and promote effectivenes.

Key Steps in a HAZOP Study

1

Identify
Hazards

Pinpoint potential dangers, such as toxic releases, fire risks, or equipment failures.

2

Categorize
Risks

Group hazards based on their potential impact on people, the
environment, or assets.

3

Evaluate
Significance

Prioritize critical hazards for detailed risk assessment or mitigation.

4

Develop Mitigation Measures

Propose actions to manage or eliminate identified risks

Why HAZOP is Important?

Early Hazard Identification

Enables the detection of critical safety, health, and environmental risks early in project development.

Safer and Cost-Effective Design
Guides decisions to adopt safer and more efficient designs, avoiding costly changes later.
Input for Formal Safety Assessments (FSA)
Provides valuable insights for a cohesive and informed safety assessment of facilities.
Comprehensive Risk Management
Ensures a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating Major Accident Hazards (MAH).

What Storm Technical Will Do

At Storm Technical, we specialize in conducting HAZOP studies to ensure your facilities and operations are as safe as possible.

  • Hazard Identification : Identify and analyze potential threats specific to your operation
  • Bow-Tie Diagram Development: Create visual diagrams connecting hazards, threats, and barriers to ensure clear risk communication.
  • Barrier Assessment:
    - Evaluate the effectiveness of existing preventive and recovery barriers.
    - Recommend improvements to strengthen risk controls.
  • Escalation Factor Mitigation:
    - Pinpoint factors that may compromise barrier reliability.
    - Develop strategies to prevent or mitigate these escalation risks.
  • Support and Training :Facilitate workshops, train staff, and implement solutions to embed Bow-Tie practices into your operations.

With Storm Technical’s expertise, you’ll benefit from a proactive approach to hazard identification and risk management, enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and environmental protection.