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PHA and SIL/SIS Services
PHA Studies (HAZOP and What-If)
SIL and SIS Audits & Assessments
PHA Studies (HAZOP and What-If)
Our expert HAZOP and What-If Study facilitation services ensure operational excellence and advanced hazard management by systematically identifying and mitigating potential risks in industrial processes.
SIL and SIS Engineering
SIL and SIS Audits & Assessments
PHA Studies (HAZOP and What-If)
Our Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) consulting services ensure the design, implementation, and maintenance of reliable safety systems is in place to protect industrial processes and enhance operational safety.
SIL and SIS Audits & Assessments
SIL and SIS Audits & Assessments
SIL and SIS Audits & Assessments
Our Safety Instrumented System Audit and Assessment services evaluate the performance and compliance of safety systems, ensuring they meet industry standards and effectively mitigate operational risks.
Overpressure Risk Assessments
Bowtie Diagrams, MAH Studies & SCE
SIL and SIS Audits & Assessments
Our ORA consulting services provide expert evaluation and mitigation of overpressure risks to enhance safety, compliance, and operational efficiency in industrial systems.
Bowtie Diagrams, MAH Studies & SCE
Bowtie Diagrams, MAH Studies & SCE
Bowtie Diagrams, MAH Studies & SCE
Our Bowtie Diagrams, Major Accident Hazard (MAH) studies, and Safety-Critical Elements (SCE) services provide comprehensive strategies for identifying, analyzing, and managing risks to ensure robust safety and operational integrity.
Recommendation Management
Bowtie Diagrams, MAH Studies & SCE
Bowtie Diagrams, MAH Studies & SCE
Enhance the quality and efficiency of your risk assessment recommendation management with Watchmen's web-based tool and expert engineering support services.
HAZOP and What-If Facilitation
Our Functional Safety Engineers are experts in HAZOP facilitation. Extensive engineering and field experience make our approach both practical and affordable. Ask us for details on how we can help you to reduce the overall PHA session time while improving the quality of the risk assessment. Our facilitators are all senior level bringing extensive experience to your review.
Supported methodologies include but are not limited to HAZOP, What-If, Checklist, Bowtie and Overpressure Risk Assessments (ORA).
HAZOP P&ID As-Builts with Advanced Data Capture
In need of HAZOP quality P&ID's? Do you wish to ensure HAZOP relevant data is captured avoiding recommendations to confirm information that should already be available. Our senior level as-built team can deliver a PHA ready drawing package quickly and accurately. With our strong background in instrumentation and controls and and eye for risk, we are able to collect all the necessary data and identify safety concerns that just can't wait for HAZOP.
While onsite, we're also able to collect 360 ° images and drone footage for reference in HAZOP. We can even produce a 3D walk through tour to enable remote stakeholders to experience the physical layout.
Safety, Controls, Alarms and Interlocks (SCAI)
Management of Safety, Controls, Alarms and Interlocks is a critical element of process safety. Our data collection process is targeted at collecting important details on SCAI allowing for these protection layers to be properly analyzed, documented and managed as safety critical elements during a PHA.
Whether you have a new system, existing system with legacy documentation or worse no documentation at all, we can analyze your plant to help with your next upgrade.
Layer of Protection Analysis - LOPA Facilitation
Our facilitators are highly skilled in safety integrity level (SIL) engineering, ensuring compliance with the international IEC 61511/61508 standards. Using advanced safeguarding expertise, in many cases we can guide the team to solutions that avoid the need for a safety instrumented function (SIF). When a SIF is determined to be the best available safeguarding option, we can help to provide solutions that are reliable, practical and maintainable. The efficiencies gained by using our facilitators for both HAZOP and LOPA will save both time and money on your projects.
Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)
Many industrial facilities have some equipment that presents significant risk to personnel or the public. LOPA may not be the best risk assessment technique for high complexity or very high risk scenarios. Rather than accepting unreasonably high SIL targets, consider a Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) as an option for some of the highest risk and complexity scenarios. This analysis requires a higher level of engineering effort but enables the analyst to remove some of the conservatism inherent to less quantitative techniques such as LOPA.
SIL Verification Calculations
SIL verification calculations are performed to verify a proposed design meets the safety integrity target identified in a SIL assessment. Watchmen can perform these calculations quickly and accurately presenting options that can minimize the need for additional hardware or redundancy and maximizing proof test interval. A strong understanding of this technique can often save money stemming from over designing. Under designing can leave you lacking protection.
Safety Requirement Specification (SRS)
A comprehensive Safety Requirement Specification (SRS) is a key document used to ensure all SIF's are designed, installed, maintained and tested properly to ensure they provide the needed safety integrity. Watchmen can provide detailed and comprehensive SRS packages quickly and effectively using our proprietary SRS tools.
SIS Instrument Proof Test Procedure Development
Performing an effective proof test is critical to maximizing SIL performance and extending the test interval. Watchmen can develop comprehensive test procedures that will maximize proof test coverage. Our easy to use checklists and procedures will help you to document the regular testing being performed and take action if there are any failures.
Functional Safety Assessment (FSA)
A functional safety assessment is an audit performed at various stages of the lifecycle to assess the capability of the SIS to provide the required safety integrity. There are many activities required to ensure proper implementation of a safety system, and many ways this can go wrong.
Audits and assessments are a good way to identify gaps in processes and performance with an eye on improvement. The IEC 61511 standard requires that this be performed by a competent party that is independent from the SIS design and maintenance/operations. During our audits and assessments, Watchmen offers coaching for the personnel that we work with to help get them up to speed with best practices and standards required to support an effective SIS implementation.
SIS audits and assessments typically include a detailed review of engineering and test documents, plans and procedures including an inspection of installed SIF(s) and interviews with key personnel.
Stage 3 Functional Safety Assessment (FSA)
A Stage 3 FSA is a mandatory part of the SIS lifecycle performed prior to placing SIS in active service where hazards may be present. At this stage Watchmen will verify that all engineering, installation and commissioning activities have been performed as required and that the operations team has been properly prepared for safe operation of the SIS.
Stage 4 Functional Safety Assessment (FSA)
A Stage 4 FSA is a mandatory part of the SIS lifecycle performed regularly during the operations and maintenance lifecycle. The Stage 4 FSA will review operating and maintenance history to confirm assumptions used in the SIL analysis are correct and that maintenance and testing has been performed as specified to meet the target SIL. In the event of changes to the SIS application or updated assumptions, it may be necessary to move back into an earlier phase of the lifecycle and make the necessary adjustments. Performance gaps or updated information will result in recommendations for update or improvements as needed.
Regular SIS Audits
Regular SIS audits are necessary for compliance with IEC 61511 and are performed during the operating phase of the lifecycle to validate that a SIS Functional Safety Management System is in place, up to date and being followed. Where gaps in the process are revealed by the audit, recommendations are provided to improve upon the process to ensure the SIS and associated SIF(s) provide the reliability intended. The SIS Audit may be performed together with the Stage 4 FSA.
Watchmen recommends that the SIS Audit be performed annually for the first few years of installation and then potentially extended out once it can be seen audits are no longer identifying gaps in the process. Performing an audit within the first year following placing SIF(s) in service is very important, since this often reveals serious issues that may impair SIF integrity.
Benefits of completing an Overpressure Risk Assessment (ORA)
- Risk Management
- Provides a systematic approach to identify, assess, and manage overpressure risks.
- Informed decision-making regarding risk mitigation measures.
- Identification of overpressure related Safety Critical Elements.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Document package can be used with ABSA submissions.
- Documentation and Accountability
- Ensures accountability and traceability.
- Documented due diligence on Safety Critical Element identification and management.
- Independent 3rd Party led multi-discipline team study
- Quality control review of design package
- Capture scenarios not considered by design team
- Independence provided by Process Safety Specialist provides additional assurances of high quality and integrity review.
- Typically no questions asked approvals by regulator with this approach
Bowtie Assessments
Embark on a journey towards unparalleled risk management excellence with our Bowtie Risk Assessment consulting services. Our dedicated team excels in the art of Bowtie risk assessment, leveraging this powerful methodology to identify, analyze, and visualize potential threats and their corresponding preventative and mitigative measures. We pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive risk profiles that empower decision-makers with a profound understanding of their operational landscape. From designing robust risk management strategies to implementing effective controls, our services are designed to elevate your organization's resilience. Partner with us to navigate the intricate landscape of risk, ensuring not only compliance with industry standards but also fostering a culture of proactive risk mitigation. With our Bowtie risk assessment consulting services, anticipate the unexpected and secure a future of operational integrity.
Major Accident Hazard (MAH) Studies
Discover the epitome of safety assurance through our Major Accident Hazard (MAH) Assessment consulting services. As industry leaders in risk management, we offer a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to safeguard your operations against potential catastrophic events. Our seasoned experts specialize in conducting thorough assessments, meticulously evaluating major accident hazards such as fires, explosions, and toxic releases. By leveraging our in-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance and process safety engineering, we tailor strategies that not only identify potential risks but also provide actionable recommendations for prevention and mitigation. Our consulting services extend beyond mere compliance, aiming to cultivate a culture of safety within your organization. Partner with us to navigate the complexities of major accident hazard assessments and ensure the longevity and safety of your operations. With our consulting services, you can confidently face the future, fortified against unforeseen risks.
Safety Critical Element (SCE) Identification and Management
Elevate your operational safety to unprecedented heights with our Safety Critical Element (SCE) Management consulting services. As a trusted industry leader, we specialize in providing comprehensive solutions that prioritize the identification, assessment, and management of safety-critical elements within your organization. Our seasoned team of experts brings unparalleled expertise in safety management, ensuring that your critical processes are not only compliant with industry standards but also optimized for maximum resilience. We work closely with clients to develop tailored strategies that encompass the entire lifecycle of safety-critical elements, from initial design and implementation to ongoing monitoring and performance improvement. Invest in the future of your organization's safety with our Safety Critical Element Management consulting services and foster a culture of continuous improvement that places safety at the forefront of your business.
Software
Bowtie Masters
Watchmen is the exclusive North American representative of the Bowtie Master online software tool. Click below for more info.
Bowtie and SCE Application with HAZOP and LOPA
Enhance the efficiency of risk management by employing a comprehensive approach. Begin by conducting a thorough Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), incorporating methodologies such as HAZOP or LOPA to pinpoint the highest-risk hazard scenarios. Subsequently, utilize these identified high-risk scenarios to construct insightful bowtie diagrams. These visual representations adeptly showcase the pivotal role of preventative safeguards in minimizing the probability of lost containment events and mitigative safeguards in curtailing potential consequences post-containment loss.
These safeguards, designated as Safety Critical Elements (SCE), play a crucial role in fortifying the facility against potential risks. The bowtie diagrams, serving as powerful tools, not only offer a clear visualization of the current risk landscape but also facilitate the management of these safety critical barriers. By maintaining the currency of these diagrams, management is equipped with a dynamic overview of the facility's risk profile.
This proactive approach extends to decision-making processes, aiding in the strategic prioritization of efforts directed at impaired SCE. Particularly, this proves invaluable in scenarios where limited safeguards are in place to avert or alleviate potential hazardous situations. Elevate your risk management strategy through the judicious application of bowtie diagrams and the meticulous management of Safety Critical Elements.
Streamline Your Risk Assessment Recommendation Management
Enhance the quality and efficiency of your risk studies with Watchmen's specialized services. Our comprehensive approach combines cutting-edge technology with expert engineering support to ensure your risk assessment recommendations are managed effectively and efficiently.
Web-Based Management Tool
Our web-based management tool revolutionizes the way you handle risk assessment recommendations. Key features include:
- Centralized Dashboard: Access all your risk assessment recommendations in one place with a user-friendly dashboard that provides real-time updates and status tracking.
- Task Assignment and Tracking: Efficiently assign tasks to team members and track their progress, ensuring accountability and timely completion.
- Document Management: Easily reference, retrieve, and manage all relevant documents and records, facilitating seamless collaboration and compliance.
- Audit Trail: Maintain a comprehensive log of all actions and changes within the tool for transparency and accountability.
- Mobile Access: Access and manage recommendations from any device, enabling flexibility and on-the-go management.
Specialty Engineering Support Services
Our team of experienced engineers provides expert support to enhance the resolution management of your recommendations. Our services include:
- Detailed Risk Assessments: Conduct thorough risk assessments to prioritize recommendations based on their potential impact and urgency.
- Technical Expertise: Leverage our extensive industry knowledge to develop practical and effective solutions for complex issues.
- Implementation Support: Assist with the implementation of recommendations, ensuring that changes are executed correctly and efficiently.
- Continuous Improvement: Provide ongoing support to refine and optimize your processes, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Training and Coaching: Offer tailored training and coaching sessions to equip your team with the skills and knowledge needed to manage recommendations effectively.
Benefits of Our Services
- Improved Quality: Ensure that recommendations are thoroughly evaluated and effectively resolved, enhancing overall safety and compliance.
- Increased Efficiency: Streamline your recommendation management process, reducing the time and effort required to address findings.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Facilitate better communication and coordination among team members with our centralized, web-based tool.
- Proactive Risk Management: Stay ahead of potential issues by efficiently managing and resolving recommendations.
Elevate Your Risk Management
Ready to take your recommendation management to the next level? Contact us today to learn more about how our web-based management tool and specialty engineering support services can help you improve the quality and efficiency of your resolution management.
The Watchmen Advantage
Our Specialists bring depth of knowledge to your HAZOP or SIS project and can support the entire SIS lifecycle. No need for multiple vendors that only offer one piece of the puzzle. With our support, each deliverable is documented for use by the next downstream activity. Nothing is lost in interpretation. No learning curve is required to get up to speed with where the previous team left off.
We also offer to as-built your P&ID's documenting all necessary information for HAZOP, and then leverage our knowledge of your facility in HAZOP. Imagine the efficiency gained when your facilitator is already familiar with your facility, site conditions, met the operators, has a library of photos to draw upon and has already identified potential recommendations for the HAZOP team to consider.