Course Description
The Advanced Process HAZOP course is designed for experienced professionals who want to deepen their knowledge of Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP) and strengthen their skills in leading, facilitating, and managing complex HAZOP sessions. The course emphasizes advanced techniques in risk analysis, process safety, team dynamics, and integrating HAZOP with other safety and operational risk management systems.
Participants will engage in real-life case studies, role-play exercises, and workshops to build confidence in managing HAZOPs in complex oil, gas, petrochemical, and industrial process environments.
Key Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Master advanced HAZOP methodologies and leadership techniques
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Understand complex process hazards in oil, gas, and petrochemical operations
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Identify and analyze operability issues beyond standard deviations
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Integrate HAZOP findings into Process Safety Management (PSM) systems
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Manage multi-disciplinary teams during HAZOP sessions
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Conduct effective HAZOP for brownfield modifications and revamps
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Apply Bowtie Analysis and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) integration
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Document, report, and close out actions from HAZOP efficiently
Who Should Attend?
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HAZOP Facilitators & Team Leaders
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Process Safety Engineers
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Process Engineers & Designers
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Operations Managers & Supervisors
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HSE Managers and Officers
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Project Managers
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Risk & Reliability Engineers
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Regulatory Compliance Officers
Training Format
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Interactive lectures and discussions
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Role-playing and facilitation practice
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Real-life industry case studies
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Team-based HAZOP simulations
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Software demonstrations (optional)
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Bowtie and LOPA integration workshops
Detailed 5-Day Agenda with Time Breaks
Day 1: HAZOP Fundamentals and Process Review
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Introduction |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Review of HAZOP Principles & Process Safety Basics |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Process Hazard Identification Overview |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | HAZOP Terminology & Deviations |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) & P&IDs in HAZOP |
Day 2: Advanced HAZOP Methodology
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | HAZOP Team Roles & Dynamics |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Guidewords Application to Complex Systems |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Handling Human Factors in HAZOP |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | HAZOP Documentation & Recording Techniques |
Day 3: Leadership, Facilitation, and Complex Scenarios
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Advanced Facilitation Techniques |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Managing Multi-Disciplinary Teams in HAZOP |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Handling Brownfield, Revamp & Shutdown HAZOPs |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Workshop: Facilitating Complex HAZOP Scenarios |
Day 4: Integration with Risk Management
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Introduction to LOPA & SIL Assessment |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Integrating Bowtie Analysis with HAZOP |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Managing HAZOP Actions & Close-Out |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Case Study: HAZOP Failure Lessons |
Day 5: Practical Simulation & Final Review
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Live HAZOP Simulation Exercise |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Team Practice & Role-Play |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Review of Lessons Learned & HAZOP Best Practices |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Course Recap, Feedback & Certification Ceremony |
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Advanced Competency in Process HAZOP Leadership and Facilitation.
