Process Safety management is a proactive form of risk assessment combined with engineering. It is a comprehensive undertaking and a regulatory requirement. But it is not without its challenges. One of the most prominent ones is the time commitment required. This article explores the benefits of Process Safety Management and some of the key elements…
View detailsThere are several types of Fire Protection systems. The most effective sprinkler system spreads a constant water flow over a fire. Fire sprinkler systems are best used during the initial stage of the fire. Smoke control and air sampling systems can also be useful in a fire situation. Smoke curtains are a type of passive…
View detailsIt is vital to encourage workers’ ownership of their health and safety responsibilities by creating a culture of trust. Each worker must have a trusted superior who listens to complaints and suggestions and enacts health and safety protocols at work. Business owners and managers should be aware of their own obligations towards employees, and must…
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Buildings should be equipped with Fire Protection systems. Smoke curtains are an important part of Fire Protection systems. They contain the smoke and channel it out of the building. These smoke curtains make firefighting easier, reduce the risk of putting people or equipment at risk, and provide temporary or permanent fire protection. There are several…
View detailsThe United Nations (UN), governments, and private sector all play an important role in ensuring sustainable development. However, these key actors need to do more to promote sustainable development and ensure that people and industries are working towards it. Educate the public about the issue and regulate the way they do business to ensure sustainable…
View detailsWhat is Process Safety Management? This article outlines the fundamental principles of PSM, key aspects of the pre-startup safety review, and how key asset registers can improve your process safety. Using PSM effectively in your business is a critical aspect of process safety. Listed below are the steps you should take to implement PSM into…
View detailsPassive Fire Protection Systems are equally effective at preventing the spread of smoke and fire. These systems use stationary materials to contain a fire before it can spread. Passive systems are effective on their own, or in combination with active systems. Building codes are the guiding light for fire protection in buildings. Learn more about…
View detailsInvesting in sustainable development is a vital part of any company’s sustainability strategy. The benefits of sustainable development extend to every aspect of a company. For example, the tax credits that are available can help companies and organizations offset the cost of their projects. Incentives can also help projects achieve different levels of sustainability. By…
View detailsThere are four aspects of Process Safety: Hazards, Risk, Human factors, and Training. These factors all affect the process safety of a manufacturing facility. To ensure that all of these are properly addressed, companies must conduct a pre-start-up safety review. The pre-start-up safety review determines whether all safety, emergency, and operating procedures are in compliance…
View detailsFire protection systems emit a substance to suppress flames. The substance can vary depending on the environment being protected, and common examples include carbon dioxide, inert gas, and a variety of liquid and dry agents. This article will discuss the three main types of fire protection systems and what they do to keep an environment…
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