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ORS Consulting, a leading risk management advisory in Scandinavia, has supported Denmark's oil and gas, renewables, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals industries since 2009. LOCATIONS ORS CONSULTING IN DENMARK ORS Consulting is one of the leading industry risk management advisories in Scandinavia. We have supported our Clients in Denmark since the company was founded in 2009. In more than 12 years, we have expanded our client portfolio and support to multiple industries in Denmark including oil and gas, renewables, chemicals as well as pharmaceuticals industries. Some examples of the ORS projects in Denmark in the recent past: Continuous support for the Danish oil and gas industry covering both onshore- and offshore-related assignments within a broad range of industrial risk advisory. Some examples cover HAZOPs, HAZIDs, Functional Safety, SIL, Reliability Assessments, RAM assessments, qualitative- and quantitative risk assessments, etc. Collaborating with leading companies in Denmark within the offshore wind sector for the delivery of local- and global offshore wind power projects. ORS scope typically covers technical safety-, RAM assessments, functional safety, and SIL assessments. Conducting qualitative and quantitative technical risk & safety studies for a broad range of onshore Clients covering from public institutions to data centers. Provision of training and competence development services for asset operations covering offshore- and onshore personnel Our office in Denmark is located in Esbjerg. ORS plans to grow as an independent risk management advisory in Denmark based on long-term relations and sustainable business principles. We are always looking for talented professionals for our team and office in Denmark. Get in touch via our career page . Carst en Stegelmann Country Manager, ORS Denmark ESBJERG, DENMARK Carsten Stegelmann +45 40 40 62 78 cts@ors-consulting.com Borgergade 66 ST TH, 6700 Esbjerg, Denmark COMPANY REG NO. 41765690 FIND OUT HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER CONTACT US

Ensure your ICS and OT systems are secure with robust cybersecurity measures. Discover how ORS can help safeguard your operations and protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats. SERVICES ICS/OT Cybersecurity Up Anchor 1 As industrial operations become more connected, the risk of cyber threats targeting critical systems increases. Asset owners must ensure that their Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) are designed, maintained, and operated to minimize cybersecurity vulnerabilities. OT/ICS cybersecurity requires a structured approach to protecting industrial systems from cyber threats that could lead to safety or operational disruptions. It focuses on safeguarding critical infrastructure by implementing security measures to prevent, detect, and mitigate cyber incidents that could compromise industrial processes. In industrial environments, cyber safety plays a crucial role alongside cybersecurity. While cybersecurity broadly addresses the protection of data, networks, and systems, cyber safety specifically focuses on preventing physical harm, environmental impact, and operational hazards caused by cyber incidents. In industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and manufacturing, where cyber threats can directly lead to fires, explosions, or equipment failures, cyber safety ensures that security measures align with safety-critical objectives. A key element of OT/ICS cybersecurity and cyber safety is ensuring the resilience of safety-critical systems. This includes Cybersecurity Risk Assessments (CSRA), defining security requirements, and implementing protective measures in line with standards such as IEC 62443. Cyber threats impacting safety systems, such as Emergency Shutdowns (ESD) or Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), must be identified and mitigated to ensure safe and reliable operations. ICS/OT cybersecurity Related Studies initial cybersecurity risk assessment An initial cybersecurity risk assessment involves identifying and evaluating cyber threats to Industrial Control Systems (ICS). It defines the System under Consideration (SuC), assesses vulnerabilities, and determines the required Security Level Target (SL-T) based on risk. This assessment lays the foundation for implementing appropriate cybersecurity controls to mitigate risks to an acceptable level. Both applicable for legacy and new projects. Detailed cybersecurity risk assessment A detailed cybersecurity risk assessment builds on the initial assessment by performing an in-depth analysis of threats, vulnerabilities, and potential attack scenarios for the System under Consideration (SuC). It evaluates the effectiveness of existing security measures, identifies gaps, and determines specific countermeasures to achieve the required Security Level Target (SL-T). This assessment ensures a risk-based approach to cybersecurity, aligning protections with operational and safety requirements. Vulnerability assessment A vulnerability cybersecurity assessment identifies and evaluates weaknesses in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) that could be exploited by cyber threats. It involves analyzing system architecture, configurations, and known vulnerabilities in hardware, software, and network components. The assessment helps prioritize remediation actions to reduce exposure and improve the overall cybersecurity posture. gap/compliance assessment A GAP/compliance assessment evaluates how well an organization's security measures align with relevant standards or internal policies. It identifies deficiencies (gaps) in policies procedures, and technical controls compared to required security levels. Security level allocation Security level allocation involves assigning a required Security Level Target (SL-T) to Industrial Control System (ICS) components based on identified cyber risks. It ensures that each system, zone, or conduit meets the necessary security requirements to mitigate threats. This process aligns cybersecurity protections with operational and safety needs while maintaining a defense-in-depth approach. A Cybersecurity Requirement Specification (CSRS) defines the security controls and measures needed to protect an Industrial Control System (ICS) based on its identified risk and Security Level Target (SL-T). It ensures that cybersecurity requirements are systematically documented, similar to the Safety Requirement Specification (SRS) in IEC 61511 for functional safety. Find Out How We Can Work Together CONTACT US Latest Insights What is ALARP? Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR): A Comprehensive Guide PSV Sizing: A Lifecycle Approach to Asset Integrity MORE INSIGHTS

ORS Consulting provides leading third-party integrity management solutions, including barrier strategy development, bow-tie analysis, risk-based maintenance, and Integrated Design Review (IDR). SERVICES Barrier Management Up Anchor 1 Barrier Management is a framework for the identification of major accident risks and continuous risk management throughout a complete asset lifecycle. Integrity management ensures that systems, operational procedures and organization perform their function effectively to avoid incidents and accidents. Integrity management comprises a variety of risk assessments, including barrier management, integrated design reviews, risk-based maintenance and obsolescence management. ORS Consulting is a leading third-party integrity management solutions provider. We are helping businesses and facilities perform barrier strategy development, bow-tie analysis, risk-based maintenance and Integrated Design Review (IDR), amongst others. Barrier Management Related Studies Barrier Strategy Development Barrier strategy development involves establishing a strategy for how a project or asset operation will manage the accident risk, and to ensure that barriers are designed and maintained to ensure an acceptable risk level. Bow-tie Analysis Bow tie diagrams are powerful tools for managing major accident hazards and communication of key risk drivers. It typically involves creating a bow-tie diagram, which illustrates the chain of causes and consequences related to a hazard, and its barriers and mitigating measures. Performance Standards Performance standards are requirement specifications established for barrier functions or elements, as input for design and operation of a system. Among others, performance standards can give requirements related to reliability, maintenance and operability. Risk-based Maintenance Risk-based maintenance (RBM) is a maintenance strategy that prioritizes risk-sensitive systems and machinery, applicable for all industries. An RBM helps businesses to plan maintenance processes based on the probability of failure, possible effects (consequences), and calculated costs. Barrier Management System Implementation Barrier management system implementation involves establishing and maintaining barriers in a facility so that risks can be managed and operational excellence can be achieved. It involves establishing technical, operational and organizational barriers against major accidents or incidents, and ensure that the barriers are maintained throughout the asset lifecycle. Optimization of Test Intervals The probability of failure of machinery or safety critical systems largely depends on the frequency of testing or preventive maintenance. Optimization of test intervals involves determining the optimum maintenance or test tasks that ensures high reliability, and at the same time minimizing downtime. Optimization of test intervals is typically performed in conjunction with performance monitoring of Safety Instrumented Systems. Obsolescence Management Obsolescence describes a situation in which a part, equipment, or service is no longer available even when it is still needed. Obsolescence management helps organizations to forecast, monitor, and plan when they are at risk of having obsolete parts, service, or equipment. It helps to reduce the risks associated with obsolescence. Root Cause Analysis Root cause describes a factor that caused a non-conformance in a system, component, or organization. A root cause analysis (RCA) is a problem-solving process that is used to identify these factors and provide approaches to preventing them. It may also provide a means of responding to them. Integrated Design Reviews (IDR) Integrated Design Review (IDR) is a method used to scrutinize project interface and is efficient for projects and assets with multiple stakeholders. This methodology focuses on the functionality of an integrated facility, and it aims to mitigate risks and ensure safe and efficient operations in these facilities. Risk-based Inspection (RBI) Risk-based inspection (RBI) involves quantitative and qualitative assessment of the probability of failure, possible consequences, and costs associated with systems and machinery. The information obtained from this assessment helps businesses to determine design flaws and potential damages, as well as the location of possible dangers resulting from failures. Find Out How We Can Work Together CONTACT US Latest Insights What is ALARP? Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR): A Comprehensive Guide PSV Sizing: A Lifecycle Approach to Asset Integrity MORE INSIGHTS

Catch up on our webinar replay: Process Safety and SIL - 10 essentials they don't teach you in school. Learn expert tips and insights to help you improve safety and risk management in your organization. Don't miss out on this valuable information. Finished Process Safety and SIL: 10 essentials they do not teach you in school There are tonnes of textbooks and references about process safety and SIL. In this webinar, Thomas Solberg Fylking and Baris Arslan from ORS Consulting will instead focus on sharing practical experiences and knowledge from oil and gas, petrochemicals, chemicals, hydrogen, and carbon capture sectors. The L&L will focus on what works and the pitfalls you should avoid when working with process safety and SIL in your industry. WATCH REPLAY In this webinar, Thomas Solberg Fylking and Baris Arslan from ORS Consulting share practical experiences and knowledge from oil and gas, petrochemicals, chemicals, hydrogen, and carbon capture sectors. The webinar focuses on what works and the pitfalls you should avoid when working with process safety and SIL in your industry. The presenters discuss real-life examples from the project phase and operations and give some practical advice that works. Thomas and Baris also highlight some aspects essential to consider for Project Managers and Procurement Specialist to frame the assignments properly and get the right expertise on board.

SECTORS DEFENCE ORS Consulting supports industry leading companies in the defence industry with risk and safety studies. Our support ensures a safe and reliable manufacturing process, and high reliability and quality of products and systems. Our subject matter experts have extensive experience with defence industry standards and guidelines. How do We add Value? Some of the services that we can provide to add value for clients and projects in the defence industry: For hazardous production facilities, e.g. with a fire, explosion or environmental risk, ORS supports with quantitative risk assessments (e.g. related to Seveso directive), hazard identification and barrier management processes to ensure an acceptable risk for personnel (at the site and neighbours), environment, asset and reputation; Process safety support for production facilities. ORS can support with process engineering, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) studies and Reliability, Availability and Maintainability Analysis (RAM) to ensure a safety and reliable production process; Reliability and availability, including elements such as Failure Mode, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and Fault Tree Assessments (FTA) for development of new products and systems; Functional safety management for products and systems including instrumented safety functions. ORS has extensive experience with applying standards such as IEC 61508 for multiple industries; System safety and risk management support for projects and product developments; Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), supporting projects to optimize maintenance and reduce lifecycle cost. Find Out How We Can Work Together CONTACT US

ORS SERVICES Industrial Risk and Safety Solutions to Improve Asset Performance Up ORS Consulting supports asset owners, engineering contractors, system and equipment suppliers with industrial risk and safety services. We support our clients to avoid accidents, and to enhance availability and production. Our heritage comes from the petrochemical industry. Today, we support a variety of industries including oil and gas, renewables, chemical industries, manufacturing and fish farming. ORS delivers services in all asset lifecycle phases, including concept selection, front end engineering, detailed design / realization phase, operational phase as well as decommissioning. Tailored Support for Your Project Needs concept selection front end engineering detailed design/ realization phase operational phase decommissioning Tailored Support for Your Project Needs Third-party studies We allocate the best team to solve the challenge. It can be a specific problem that needs to be solved or a third-party verification activity. We have extensive experience with a broad range of methods, tools and industry practice, to ensure efficient and successful project execution. Integrated advisory We support clients working as an integral part of the client organization. With this set-up, a team from ORS supports can take ownership for parts- or the entire risk and safety scope for a project development, or asset, using our own project delivery model, tools and quality management system. Contracting ORS has multiple specialists that can support a client organization. Our resources are available part-time, full-time or on demand. Training We provide training courses across all our service areas. Combining extensive experience and industry know-how, our specialists can provide fit-for-purpose training courses for any level at a client’s organisation. services Technical risk management is the set of activities to identify hazards and assess and manage risks to an acceptable level. Technical Safety and Risk Management LEARN MORE Button Process Safety ensures the protection and resilience of the process design against failures. Functional safety covers instrumented safety systems, and ORS supports all phases of functional safety management. Process Safety and SIL LEARN MORE Button Cybersecurity in industrial environments protects OT and ICS from cyber threats that could disrupt operations, compromise safety, or impact critical infrastructure. It ensures resilience through risk mitigation, security measures, and compliance with standards like IEC 62443, enabling safe and reliable industrial processes. ICS/OT CYBERSECURITY LEARN MORE Button A reliable system is one that will function appropriately with a minimum need for maintenance or repair. We support projects and operating assets with uptime and availability assessments. System Reliability and Availability LEARN MORE Button Barrier Management is crucial for preventing accidents and risks throughout an asset's lifecycle. We specialize in these areas, offering services like barrier strategy development, bow-tie analysis, risk-based maintenance, etc. Barrier Management LEARN MORE Button Safety management is vital for all projects and assets. ORS offers expertise from concept to operation, helping you navigate complex regulations and technical risk management. Safety and Compliance LEARN MORE Button Chemical & Process Engineering involves the design, optimisation and operation of industrial scale processes for the safe manufacture of useful products and materials. Chemical & Process Engineering LEARN MORE Button Find Out How We Can Work Together CONTACT US

Learn about ORS Consulting, a leader in risk management advisory services, including barrier management, process safety and SIL, system reliability and availability, and safety and compliance. COMPANY OVERVIEW LOCATIONS OUR VALUES ORS Consulting The preferred risk-based industrial advisory partner OUR STORY BY THE DIGITS 15+ YEARS IN BUSINESS 200+ CLIENTS SERVED 2000+ PROJECTS COMPLETED COMPANY OVERVIEW Founded in 2009 in Malmö, Sweden, ORS Consulting is a risk and safety consultancy dedicated to helping industrial asset owners prevent process-related accidents and improve uptime. Our mission is to provide to the point advisory services that support decision-making and optimization. COMPANY TIMELINE LOCATIONS ORS Consulting has business units and offices in Denmark , Norway , Sweden , Türkiye and the UK . We work as One Team by combining local presence with a strong and global team of risk and safety specialists. OUR VALUES Our Vision The preferred risk-based industrial advisory partner. Our Guiding Principles One Team Working together with cross-formed teams based on competence and availability To the Point Zero-based approach to stay focused, avoid fancy and simply deliver quality Client-oriented Creating value with long-term focus, combining expertise and excellent client service ORS Quality Policy ORS HSE Policy HOW CAN WE HELP? We are here to assist you. Please feel free to contact us with any questions, comments or inquiries you may have. We value your feedback and look forward to hearing from you. Contact us

Technical safety and risk management is the set of activities to identify hazards and assess and manage risks. Technical risk management is a fundamental part of all sectors and industries where incidents and accidents can cause harm to personnel, environment, asset, or reputation. SERVICES Technical Safety and Risk Management Up Anchor 1 Technical risk management is a set of activities to identify hazards and assess and manage risks. Technical risk management is a fundamental part of all sectors and industries where incidents and accidents can cause harm to personnel, environment, assets, or reputation. The main activities within this area are: Technical risk advisory throughout a project or asset operation to ensure that safety design minimizes harm to personnel, environment, and asset, and meets regulatory requirements; Risk-based workshops for identification of hazards in a multi-discipline and collaborative environment; Performing risk analysis to establish risk picture, based on the frequency and consequence assessment, and benchmark with acceptance criteria. Technical Safety and Risk Related Studies Escape, EvaCuation, and Rescue (EER) Escape Evacuation and Rescue (EER) strategy and assessments ensure that a facility is designed and operated away allowing safety for personnel during the evacuation, availability of muster areas, the quick rescue of personnel, and controlled evacuation. Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA) A QRA is a method to calculate and evaluate the frequency and consequences of the major accident hazards for a facility. The resulting risk picture is benchmarked with acceptance criteria and is efficient for ensuring a safe and robust design, as well as compliance with regulatory requirements. CFD is used at ORS for assessing the consequences of hazardous events such as fire, explosion, and toxic dispersion as part of QRAs. Gas Dispersion, Explosion and Fire Assessment Process plant layout and mechanical design need to be robust to minimize escalation if a loss of containment occurs. ORS has state of the art software solutions (such as CFD) and expertise for the assessment of dispersion, explosion, and fire (pool, jet, and spray fires) and the ability to interface this with blowdown and flare assessment to minimize the likelihood of vessel rupture in the event a release occurs elsewhere on the plant. Learn more > Safety Case A safety case is a demonstration of how health and safety hazards are managed for a facility. This requires systematic identification of hazards, evaluation of consequences and implementation of risk reducing measures to meet As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP) principles. HAZID/HAZOP Hazard Identification (HAZID) and Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies are structured multi-discipline workshops in order to identify hazards for a system design, evaluate the consequences for safety, environment, and asset, and identify measures to reduce the risk. A HAZOP is typically performed for process systems with a potential for loss of containment. Learn more> EHAZOP/CHAZOP Electrical Hazard and Identification (EHAZOP) is similar to HAZOP with regards to identifying hazards and operability issues. However, unlike HAZOP, EHAZOP focuses only on electrical systems. A Control Hazard and Operability Study (CHAZOP) covers programmable control systems (e.g. PLC and SCADA) and IT systems. SAFOP/SIMOPS A Safety and Operability Study (SAFOP) is commonly carried out prior to operations to identify hazards, evaluate consequences and define mitigating measures to avoid accidents and incidents. WHAT-IF WHAT-IF analysis is a structured analytic technique used to determine what systems, activities, operations can go wrong in a facility based on different scenarios. Based on the answers to the what-if questions, a facility can then judge the consequences of the activities that can go wrong. Environmental Risk Assessment (ENVID) An ENVID study helps facilities identify and manage risks related to harm to the environment. It is effective for analyzing waste storage and disposal, emissions, discharge of hazardous substances, as well as the environmental impact of operations. Learn more > Working Environment Health Risk Assessment (WEHRA) A WEHRA study assesses the risks to the health and safety of persons working in a facility based on factors such as noise, vibration, illumination, harsh weather or exposure to chemicals or harmful substances. A WEHRA is efficient to identify measures to achieve an acceptable working environment. Find Out How We Can Work Together CONTACT US Latest Insights What is ALARP? Barrier Management 5 min read Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR): A Comprehensive Guide Technical Safety and Risk 6 min read Industrial Cybersecurity and Process Safety: Bridging IEC 61511 and IEC 62443 Technical Safety and Risk 6 min read MORE INSIGHTS

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ORS CONSULTING Insights All Posts Barrier Management Process safety and SIL Safety and compliance System Reliability and Availability Technical Safety and Risk Frida Palstam | Consultant Aug 20 5 min Process safety and SIL What is a Procedure HAZOP? In this article: Procedure HAZOP method Preparations HAZOP Team members Procedure HAZOP workshop Parameters & guidewords Cause,... Esteban Bernechea Rojas | Principal Safety Consultant Aug 15 8 min Process safety and SIL Process Hazard Analysis (PHA). Overview of available techniques and when to apply them In this article: Definition Overview of Process Hazard Analysis Methods Non-Scenario Based Techniques Preliminary Hazard Review Safety... Morten N. Pettersen | Principal Consultant Aug 12 4 min Process safety and SIL How Process Safety can Improve Fish Welfare Did you know that onshore fish farming facilities are advanced process facilities and that focus on process safety can reduce fish... Winnie Lu | Consultant Aug 6 4 min Technical Safety and Risk What is Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)? In this article: What is QRA? Why is QRA Useful? Industries Where QRA is Applied QRA Methodology Typical Inputs for a Successful QRA... Ruben Pedersen | Principal Consultant Jul 15 3 min Technical Safety and Risk Technology Maturity Assessment – what it is and when to conduct Introduction In today’s world, technologies prevalent in the Oil & Gas sector are recognizing the necessity for a gradual shift towards... Erik Lindén | Consultant Jul 2 6 min Technical Safety and Risk Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA): What is it and how can it be used? Definition and intention of HIRA Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) in the industrial risk management is a systematic... Erik Lindén | Consultant Jun 4 5 min Barrier Management What is SIMOPS? - A Comprehensive Guide to Simultaneous Operations Definition and background In industrial process and manufacturing contexts, simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) involve multiple activities... Manar Rekabi | Senior Consultant Mar 27 6 min System Reliability and Availability Failure Mode, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) In this article: Purpose and Objective of FMECA FMECA Process 1- System Breakdown 2- Define the Operational Mode and Function of each... Erik Lindén | Consultant Mar 11 7 min Barrier Management Bowtie Analysis - An Introductory Guide to the Methodology and How It Can Be Used in Industrial Risk Assessment In this article: What is a bowtie analysis? Bowtie diagram - Characteristics and common terms Application and use of the bowtie analysis... 1 2 3 4 5 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWS & INSIGHTS Enter your email here SUBSCRIBE I agree to ORS Consulting's privacy policy Thanks for submitting!