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Safe Ups and Downs for Process Units

Location On-demand

Topic Process safety - Understanding hazards

CPD Hours 20.5

Price £99 + VAT

On-demand

Overview

This course will help you to understand the hazards associated with the start-up and shutdown procedures on refinery units and how to safeguard against them.

It uses real-life case studies to illustrate potential threats and possible causes.

This is an on-demand, online course designed for independent learning at your own pace. 

Learning outcomes

The course will help you to understand:

  • the consecutive phases of the shutdown procedure
    • cooling and depressurising
    • pumping out
    • removal of residual hydrocarbons
    • removal of corrosive or poisonous materials
    • disposal of water
    • blinding and opening
    • removal of pyrophoric iron sulphide
    • inspection for entering.
  • the consecutive phases of the start-up procedure:
    • preliminary preparations
    • preparations of auxiliary equipment and services
    • elimination of air
    • tightness testing
    • backing in fuel gas
    • elimination of water
    • bringing the unit onstream.

Who will benefit

Process engineers, operators, supervisors and anyone who is involved with the shutdown and start-up process of a process unit.

On-demand learning

This on-demand course is designed for independent learning via our Virtual Learning Zone. Once purchased, you will be able to access the course via your web browser and complete it at your own pace. You will have access to the course for six months. View course and purchase.

Discounts for multiple purchases

If you are responsible for developing a team and want to purchase for multiple users, you can benefit from significant discounts. Find out more

In-company delivery

This course is available for in-company delivery, either on-site or online. Content can be tailored to your specific requirements. Request a quotation.

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