Process safety

HAZOP

Process safety

Process safety discipline generally refers to the prevention of unintentional releases of energy, chemicals, flammable and explosive, toxic or other potentially dangerous materials, which can lead to catastrophic or destructive events. It is a disciplined framework for managing the integrity of operating systems and processes that handle hazardous substances. Main target is understanding potential hazards and risk level, also managing risk by providing the appropriate layers of protection to reduce the frequency and severity of incidents.