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  • Why ICS/OT Cybersecurity Must Be Part of Industrial Risk Management

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  • The Difference Between Process Safety Time and SIF Response Time

    Discover the key disparities between Process Safety Time and SIF Response Time in our insightful webinar. Gain a comprehensive understanding of these crucial concepts and learn how they influence industrial safety measures. Finished The Difference Between Process Safety Time and SIF Response Time Discover the key disparities between Process Safety Time and SIF Response Time in our insightful webinar. Gain a comprehensive understanding of these crucial concepts and learn how they influence industrial safety measures. WATCH REPLAY Link to the presentation: https://bit.ly/3XqEuXL Process safety is of paramount importance in industries where hazardous materials and operations are involved, and having a clear understanding of these concepts is essential for maintaining a safe and reliable operating environment. During this video, Neill Renton, a seasoned expert and the UK Country Manager at ORS Consulting, will guide you through an in-depth exploration of the differences between Process Safety Time and SIF Response Time. Neill brings a wealth of experience in process safety, having worked with numerous organizations across various sectors.

  • SEVESO-DIREKTIVET: UPPFYLL KRAVEN MED RÄTT RISKANALYS

    Delta i vårt webbinarium för att lära dig hur Seveso-anläggningar kan uppfylla riskhanteringskraven och skapa värde genom att välja rätt riskanalysmetod. Webbinariet hålls på svenska och norska och riktar sig till yrkesverksamma inom industrin i Skandinavien. Registrera dig idag och ta del av kunskap från våra experter! KOMMANDE SEVESO-DIREKTIVET: UPPFYLL KRAVEN MED RÄTT RISKANALYS WATCH REPLAY

  • FMEA, FMECA AND FMEDA: Understanding the key differences

    In this webinar replay, you'll gain a deeper understanding of FMEA, FMECA, and FMEDA, and the key differences between them. Join us as we explore the nuances of these critical processes and discover how they can help you optimize your product design and development. Don't miss out on this informative and insightful webinar! Finished FMEA, FMECA AND FMEDA: Understanding the key differences FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis), and FMEDA (Failure Modes, Effects, and Diagnostic Analysis) are widely used in industries to assess and mitigate risks associated with system failures. In this webinar, our experts explored the key differences between these methodologies, including their scope, application, and benefits. WATCH REPLAY By understanding the nuances of each method, you can optimize your risk management strategy and ensure the success of your product development. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in risk assessment!

  • Essentials for confident and effective HAZOP participation

    Watch the replay of this engaging webinar where two of our HAZOP facilitators, Rikard Davidsen and Morten Nilstad Pettersen, share insights on how to shine as a HAZOP participant and give examples of pitfalls to avoid. Finished Essentials for confident and effective HAZOP participation WATCH REPLAY The intention of a HAZOP is to evaluate a design or an activity with the primary objective of identifying potential hazardous events and assessing the safeguards in place to prevent and mitigate these events. The outcome of a HAZOP can prevent accidents from occurring - and a bad HAZOP can fail to identify design flaws and hidden hazards. Its success depends solely on the contributions of the participants involved. Watch the replay of this engaging webinar where two of our HAZOP facilitators, Rikard Davidsen and Morten Nilstad Pettersen, share insights on how to shine as a HAZOP participant and give examples of pitfalls to avoid.

  • Safety Integrity Level. What is SIL and when it is required

    Missed our webinar on Safety Integrity Level (SIL)? Watch the replay to learn what SIL is and when it's required, so you can enhance safety and minimize risk in your organization. Don't miss out on this valuable information. Finished Safety Integrity Level. What is SIL and when it is required SIL (Safety Integrity Level) is a key concept in the field of Functional Safety. Watch the replay of this webinar to learn more about functional safety, SIL, and when they should be applied. What is SIL and when to use it .pptx Download PPTX • 4.01MB If you missed our recent SIL webinar, don't worry. We've created a PowerPoint file with all the questions and answers covered during the session. You can download it to catch up on what you missed. What is SIL and when to use it_Follow-up .pptx Download PPTX • 1.71MB WATCH REPLAY It is a metric used to measure the level of integrity to be achieved by Electric / Electronic / Programmable electronic safety functions used to prevent or mitigate hazardous events in multiple industries, such as oil & gas, pharmaceutical, nuclear, chemical, and many others, as defined in international standard IEC 61508, and industry-specific standards such as IEC 61511.

  • Functional Safety Assessment- Operations: waste of time or value creation?

    Stay ahead with our webinar replay on Functional Safety Assessment - Operations: Waste of Time or Value Creation? Learn expert tips and insights to assess functional safety and create value in your operations. Watch now. Finished Functional Safety Assessment- Operations: waste of time or value creation? How can your company get a greater value from conducting FSA Stage 4? What should you keep in mind for a smooth execution? What are the pitfalls to avoid? How do you avoid theoretical debates with no value creation? Join the webinar and learn more about our to-the-point approach for FSA Stage 4. WATCH REPLAY Functional Safety Assessments (FSA) typically include an in-depth assessment of all the activities, work processes, and documentation covering the applicable SIS Safety Lifecycles. In addition to extensive documentation review, interviews and site surveys are also usually a part of FSAs. Depending on how it is executed and by whom, FSAs can be a very theoretical, and time-consuming exercise or a value-adding, to-the-point assurance activity. It can cause a significant impact on the asset owner since the asset owner needs to demonstrate evidence that the IEC61508 & IEC 61511 requirements are fulfilled. Over the years, ORS has accumulated significant experience based on the performance of FSAs for early design-, detailed design-, commissioning & construction as well as operational phases of complex- and safety-critical assets. How can your company get a greater value from conducting FSA Stage 4? What should you keep in mind for smooth execution? What are the pitfalls to avoid? How do you avoid theoretical debates with no value creation? Join the webinar and learn more about our to-the-point approach for FSA Stage 4. Moderator: Per Ståle Larsen Speakers: Morten Nilstad Pettersen and Baris Arslan An access link to the webinar will be provided by email after sign-up.

  • (HAZOP) Hazard and Operability Analysis

    Learn more about the HAZOP study and why to perform it. ORS Consulting has extensive experience with facilitating and recording HAZOP studies. SERVICES Hazard and Operability Analysis (HAZOP) What is a HAZOP Study? Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) is the most widely used Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) technique. It provides a way of systematically identifying causes of deviations from a process design intention, which in turn reveals potential hazardous scenarios and allows understanding of them and how to prevent them from occurring. HAZOP studies are performed as multi-disciplinary brainstorming workshops. Why perform HAZOP Do you need a structured and detailed review of your process design to identify and manage process-related hazards? Then HAZOP is the optimal hazard analysis methodology. HAZOP studies are performed to: Methodically examine processes and operating systems to identify how they might deviate from the design intent; Prevent process-related accidents and incidents by evaluating process design with regards to safety (of people, the environment, or assets) and operability; Identify deviations from related standards and project requirements; Identify requirements for additional risk-reduction HAZOP studies are also great tools for the team to gain a higher understanding of the process and the available process safety documentation. HAZOP Study Methodology HAZOP studies are conducted as structured and multi-disciplinary brainstorming workshops to identify process-related hazards and operability issues, evaluate their consequences, and assess whether adequate safeguards are in place to prevent or control these hazardous scenarios. The HAZOP technique is based on the systematic use of process deviations composed of a combination of guidewords and process parameters. Examples of HAZOP study guidewords, parameters, and the corresponding deviations are shown below: Advantages of a HAZOP Study: The structured nature of the analysis ensures that hazards and operability concerns are identified and recorded in a thorough and systematic way. By applying guidewords meant for brainstorming the methodology allows for a consistent approach and ensures that all relevant aspects are considered and discussed. A well-conducted HAZOP serves as a robust foundation for further analyses and decision-making, including being the foundational block for Functional Safety. ORS Consulting has extensive experience with facilitating and recording HAZOP studies. Our principal consultants have extensive HAZOP experience for a wide variety of industrial applications. ORS combines technical knowledge and process know-how with experience and up-to-date competence related to relevant regulations and best practices (such as IEC 61882). HAZOP Analysis Methodology Flow Diagram More relevant insights about HAZOP: Getting the full benefits of a Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) Process HAZOP - The essentials that you need to understand HAZOP vs HAZID – when is one more useful than the other?

  • RAM Analysis - The Objective and Methodology of Reliability, Availability and Maintainability Analysis.

    Learn more about RAM ( Reliability, Availability and Maintainability) Analysis from ORS Industry Experts. SERVICES Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) Analysis Objective of RAM Analysis Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability (RAM) are system design attributes that can have a substantial impact on the lifecycle cost and performance of an engineered system. The purpose of RAM Analysis is to ensure high production performance while maintaining high safety and quality level in any given industrial operation. The objective of the RAM analysis is to provide decision support towards i.e.: Predicted production performance and project economics; Key production loss contributors; Maintenance strategy and spare part philosophy; Alternative technical or operational solutions (sensitivity studies); Main uncertainties related to production performance; Recommendations for improved production performance. Methodology for RAM Studies At its core, RAM studies entail representing a complex reality with a simplified model allowing for various types of analyses. Such a model can be used to predict performance and manage uncertainties. Results from the analyses should be used to give sound and unbiased decision support, as well as identify bottlenecks and main contributors to reduced performance and/or increased risk. 1.Establish Study Basis Identification of key assumptions and associated degrees of uncertainty is considered vital in order to effectively produce as realistic and accurate results as possible, and for giving input to sensitivity analyses that might be necessary to cater for uncertainties. The key assumptions will be documented in the RAM model study basis. Assumptions are typically categorized in technical, operational and analytical assumptions. Close cooperation with different disciplines in the project is necessary to ensure an understanding of the process and operation that results in a robust and realistic basis for the RAM model. Because of this, it is proposed to arrange for a work meeting or similar with relevant disciplines when establishing the RAM model study basis. 2.Required Input A good understanding of the system to be analyzed is important for the RAM analysis to obtain as accurate results as possible. Typical client input for RAM analyses include: System description; System schematics; P&IDs; Operational Philosophy. In addition to the above, one of the main premises for performing a successful RAM analysis is the use of appropriate reliability data. Application of data from literature and databases should always be thoroughly evaluated, to validate their relevance for the context in question. Reliability data sources include client experience data, OREDA and the PDS handbook. ORS has access to a wide range of reliability data sources. A Failure Mode, Effect and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) if available is also a good input for the RAM analysis, especially for complex systems to give an accurate basis for system modelling. 3.Establish RAM Model and Run Simulations The RAM model study basis is used to establish the RAM model, typically represented by reliability block diagrams (RBDs). The Monte Carlo method is normally used for the RAM model simulations to produce uncertainty ranges and confidence levels for the estimates. ORS uses the software Miriam RAM Studio for this purpose. 4.Analyze the Results The results from the simulation are analyzed and reported depending on the objective of the RAM study in the best way to create value to the client, ,with some examples shown below. Success rate probability distribution

  • Introduction to RAM studies - how can it add value?

    Unlock RAM Success! Join experts from ORS Consulting for insights, tips, and real-life examples. Secure your spot now! Finished Introduction to RAM studies - how can it add value? WATCH REPLAY

  • Environmental Risk Assessment (ENVID) - ORS Consulting

    Learn more about what is Environmental Risk Assessment (ENVID) and why to perform it, from ORS Consulting Experts. SERVICES Environmental Risk Assessment (ENVID) What is ENVID? Environmental Impact Identification (ENVID) is a structured examination of environmental aspects for a facility for early identification of environmental concerns that may affect environment. The outcome of an ENVID is used to optimize the design and operational philosophy to minimize environmental impact. An ENVID is typically performed as a multi-discipline workshop. Why perform an ENVID? ENVID study is performed to; Identify acute or continuous sources of emission, discharge and waste for an asset or activity; Identify mitigating measures included in design to minimize environmental impact; Propose further mitigating measures to prevent, reduce or control identified sources of emission, discharge and waste; ENVID Study Methodology The ENVID study is carried out as a multidisciplinary workshop with participants from relevant disciplines and operational personnel. The workshop comprises of discussion of environmental hazards consequences, and typically including a coarse risk assessment for each hazard raised, practice and procedures and barrier elements (the corresponding control and mitigation measures). The ENVID review follows a methodology analogous to a Hazard Identification (HAZID) . The ENVID applies a set of guidewords suitable for identification of hazards and sources of emission, discharge and waste. Some examples of ENVID parameters and guidewords: Contact ORS Consulti ng to identify the potential environmental risks associated with your project.

  • Flare System Dynamic Modelling - Approaches & Values

    Join our upcoming webinar, "Flare System Dynamic Modelling - Approaches & Benefits," on 24th September from 12 PM to 1 PM CET. Learn from experts Dario Pozza and David Garden about the latest techniques and benefits of dynamic modelling for flare systems. Perfect for professionals in the design, operation, and safety of offshore installations and onshore plants. Register now! Finished Flare System Dynamic Modelling - Approaches & Values This webinar from ORS will present the common approaches used to apply dynamic modelling techniques for Flare systems as well as benefits of undertaking such a study. The team will share experience obtained from previous projects undertaken for installations in the UK and Norwegian Continental Shelf. WATCH REPLAY Flare systems for offshore installations and onshore plants are a critical piece of equipment, which provide safe relief of inventory during both routine operations as well as emergency situations. Their design is often complex and comprised of multiple headers and sources from the entire complex, making it difficult to understand and predict their behavior. Dynamic modelling is a technique used to perform time-dependent analysis of a system, which can be applied to flare systems to investigate any potential operating or emergency scenarios and validate more traditional 'steady-state' assumptions. This is equally useful as a verification exercise for existing systems as well as during the design phase for brownfield modifications and can often result in significant CAPEX and OPEX savings on projects.

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