Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) is crucial for identifying potential hazards and preventing incidents in process industries. Using comprehensive question sets is a proven method within PHA to ensure thorough hazard identification.
This article provides a sample of key questions from a more extensive Process Hazard Review Question library. The full library, included in our What-If PHA Automated Excel Spreadsheet product, contains over 700 "what-if" questions designed to prompt critical thinking and in-depth analysis of your processes.
Please note: The questions below are just a sample. The complete question set in our PHA product offers far more comprehensive coverage.
These questions are designed to stimulate detailed evaluations and discussions within your PHA team, and should not be answered with a simple "Yes" or "No". Consider these questions across all operating modes – from steady state and startup to shutdown, maintenance, and upset conditions. Applying a thorough question set like the complete library can significantly enhance your hazard identification process and contribute to a safer operating environment.
Note: Above is a sample of process hazard review questions. A comprehensive PHA would involve a much larger and more detailed set of questions, tailored to the specific process and facility.
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