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Functional Safety Assessment – An integral part of SIS development and modification projects
For projects where the Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) are designed in accordance with IEC 61508/61511, at least one functional safety...

Morten N. Pettersen | Principal Consultant
Jan 22, 20212 min read


Defining a risk management framework for offshore wind projects
The offshore wind industry is experiencing rapid growth globally. On the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS), the industry is still in the...

Morten N. Pettersen | Principal Consultant
Jan 20, 20213 min read


Careful preparation is key to a successful LOPA
Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) is a method applied to determine the adequacy of independent protection layers and the required...

Thomas Solberg Fylking | Principal Consultant
Jan 14, 20212 min read


Risk-based Cyber Security Assessments
ORS Consulting (ORS) uses risk as a central toolbox to prevent accidents and improve operational performance. We have been supporting...

Morten N. Pettersen | Principal Consultant
Dec 15, 20202 min read


Using Integrated Safety Reviews for Managing Risks for Robot Systems
In this article: Industrial robots do not come without risks Assessing Risks with Integrates Safety Reviews (ISR) Identifying hazard...

ORS
Dec 10, 20203 min read


Barrier Management for subsea tie-back projects - Our tips for success
It often takes a significant number of specialist hours to get the barrier management to work right for subsea tie-back projects. A team...

Per Ståle Larsen | Principal Consultant
Dec 3, 20202 min read


What is Functional Safety Management? - A Short Introduction
In this article: Importance of functional safety Step-by-step process to functional safety management Defining the framework for...

Morten N. Pettersen | Principal Consultant
Dec 1, 20205 min read


Maintaining Situational Awareness and Safety Barrier Integrity in Remote Process Operations
The recent confluence of a low-price environment and virus concerns have increased efforts by operators to reduce manning at production...

Martin Robb | Principal Consultant
Nov 26, 20203 min read


The Ultimate Guide to FMEA, FMECA and FMEDA: Understanding the Key Differences
In this article: What is Failure Modes and Effect Analysis (FMEA)? What is Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)? What...

Morten N. Pettersen | Principal Consultant
Nov 26, 20204 min read

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