HIRA Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment

We have already learned about the risk and hazard. We came across the terms high risk and low risk. The process of identifying the hazards and risks is called hazard identification and risk assessment. HIRA is a step wise process first  to identify the hazards associated with an activity, situation or an object, then evaluate the… Read More »

Metal Roofing & Sheet Metal Wall Cladding Standard Requirements

The work covered by this document includes the workmanship, equipment, supplies and materials and in performing all operations associated with metal roof coverings including proprietary roof-lights, and sheet metal wall cladding. The Cladding system shall comply with the regulations of the local civil defense as regards force resistance and shall comply with the following criteria when… Read More »

Health and Safety Risk Assessment Definition & Example

Please read carefully if you really want to understand the definition of risk and risk assessment. The word risk is very common for all of us and we use it frequently in our life. You may have heard many times someone saying ” I can not take risk to go out in bad weather ”… Read More »

Cost Of Quality Estimation & Reporting Procedure

Cost of quality is one aspect of any process or project that is always under estimated. The cost of poor quality sometimes puts a company at the risk of bankruptcy. This critical situation can come due to uncontrolled losses associated with cost of rework and cost of rejected products and or materials. Quality professionals must… Read More »

QHSE Meaning and Evolution of Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems

QHSE is the term famous for the two professions collectively and in fact for four areas or roles i.e. Quality, Health, Safety and Environment or environmental. In some industries the security is also part of QHSE where it is abbreviated as QHSSE. In addition you may observe the terms HSEQ, QSHE, SHEQ which in fact… Read More »

Method Statement for Oil Storage Tanks Calibration

Tank Calibration is the process of determining the volumetric content of a tank per unit height of liquid. This procedure shall be intended for calibration of Oil Storage Tanks. The calibration shall be carried out by Optical Reference Line Method (ORLM) in accordance with API Standards i.e.  API 2550, Section 2B and ISO 7507, Part 2. Condition for Measurements… Read More »

Hydro and Water Fill Up Test for Settling Tanks

This test procedure shall be carried out to detect the leak in shell weld joints and to observe the load stabilization of liquid in interval level height. During the hydro test, all instrumentation shall be excluded to avoid the damage to instruments. Since the hydro test is to be carried out by produced water, ensure… Read More »

Installation Method Statement for Settling Tank Shells Using Jack Lifting Method

The purpose of this method statement is to explain the various steps involved in lifting the Settling Tank shells by Jack Lifting Method. Prepare work permits, JSA and working procedure for approval prior to commencing work. Organize job safety meeting with all concerned to brief the planned work activities and discuss their associated risks. All… Read More »