What exactly is a PTW system? Picture this: You’re at a construction site, and there are various tasks taking place simultaneously. Some workers are welding, others are operating cranes, and some are engaged in electrical work. Amidst this bustling environment, a Permit To Work (PTW) system is there to ensure that everything runs smoothly, minimizing...
CO2 conversion factors are used to convert raw data into CO2 emissions data e.g. energy consumption or fuel usage. These factors are often produced by government agencies or other regulatory bodies to provide a consistent approach to emissions reporting. They are frequently based on average emissions data for a certain industry or region and are intended to be used...
Introduction Near-misses are incidents that could have resulted in injury but did not. Information relating to the near-miss can be used to prevent future accidents and incidents. Follow-up of near-misses is a crucial aspect of safety management and can help promote a proactive safety approach. Importance of Investigating Near-Misses There are several reasons why follow-up is...
What is Catenary Analysis? As we work to lower our reliance on fossil fuels, offshore wind is an increasingly significant source of renewable energy. Mooring devices are frequently used to anchor these turbines to the seabed. But because the systems must be able to withstand powerful environmental forces, creating and installing mooring systems for offshore...
The permit to work (PTW) procedure is essential for ensuring the health and safety of employees and contractors performing dangerous operations. A Permit To Work enables someone to perform a task which may involve hazards such as hot work, working at heights, working in confined spaces etc. It describes the risks involved with the activity,...
Jack-up rigs are indispensable for offshore drilling operations, especially in shallow waters with a comparatively stable seafloor. Punch-through is one of the hazards associated with the operation of these rigs. When one or more legs of a jack-up rig penetrate the seabed, causing the rig to tilt or even collapse, this is known as a...
Rig move operations are complex and hazardous, necessitating thorough planning and preparation to guarantee efficiency and safety. The use of simulators in training programmes has grown in popularity in recent years, giving crew members a means to practise and get ready for various problems and scenarios they might face during a rig move. The benefits...
Introduction: Identifying possible risks and operability problems in a variety of sectors can be done using the well-established HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) technique. To create a safe and effective working environment, potential dangers must first be identified. Organisations must monitor the activities and suggestions that come from the HAZOP study after it is finished...
Permit to Work Systems (PTW) are a critical element of safety management in hazardous industries such as oil and gas, mining, construction, and manufacturing. They help to ensure that work is carried out safely by identifying and controlling hazards, and by ensuring that appropriate precautions are taken before work begins. They’re undoubtedly useful, however, a...
Implementation of a permit to work system can be a major change for an organisation. Management of change is a critical element in the successful introduction of any new system and the suggestions here may be applied to many other situations beyond PTW. The ‘spoiler’ of course is that communication is the most important part...