Overview

An introduction to explosion theory and applying an engineering mindset to the process of conducting forensic incident investigations of gas related fires and explosions. Looking at explosions in a gas distribution context: What drives these investigations? How do we perform robust investigations? What are the pitfalls? What about a future with Hydrogen?

Main Discussion Points:

• Introduction to the speaker & topic
• Explosion theory
• Incident Investigation process
• Challenges & pitfalls
• Causes of failure & historical trends
• Looking towards Hydrogen

This will be a hybrid event, both in person and online.

Speaker

Saul Algar, Head of Section / Principal Engineer, DNV

Saul joined DNV in 2012 and has since been involved in delivering a wide range of onshore and offshore projects related to risk management in the energy industry. He is currently a Head of Section / Principal Engineer within UK Risk Advisory, leading a team of engineers and scientists that develop and deliver mathematical models and methodologies for consequence and risk analysis of accidental releases of hazardous gases and liquids. In particular, Saul and his team are currently very active in the safe transmission, distribution and application of hydrogen as a source of energy and CO2 as a form of carbon capture, delivering on some of the most significant national and international energy transition projects to date.

Saul also leads the DNV Incident Investigation service, providing 24/7 independent gas related fire & explosion investigation support to the UK gas distribution networks and has undertaken numerous incident investigations. Specific areas of technical expertise include:- Forensic Incident Investigation, Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA), advanced simulation techniques using CFD for modelling gas dispersion and explosions and developing Hydrogen risk assessments.

The material presented in this webinar has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter's own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Midlands Members Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.

Time

19:00-20:00 BST

Software

The presentation will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. We recommend downloading the app from the Microsoft website, rather than using the web portal.

You are advised to join the webinar at least ten minutes before the scheduled start time, to allow for your computer to connect.

Online broadcast

This event will also be broadcast online via Microsoft Teams and can be accessed via the following link.

Register to attend online

Please note this webinar will not be recorded and therefore not be available at a later date on the webinar archive.