Layers of protection analysis (LOPA) Training
This course discusses the fundamentals of Layers of Protection Analysis, including the risk tolerance criteria, key criteria, and methodology options. The course presents a series of examples in a workshop format to illustrate the methodology.
Course benefits
Attendees will get better understanding of the following topics
- Awareness of the Relevant Standards and Guidelines
- LOPA Methodology
- SIL determination methods
- Principles of Risk tolerance criteria ( ALARP)
- Independent Protection Layers (IPLs)
- IPL Criteria
- Allocation of IPL Credit
- BPCS
- Operator Response
- Pressure Relief Device
- Safety Instrumented System (SIS)/Safety Instrumented Function (SIF)
- Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Assignment
- Interpreting LOPA Results & Making Recommendations
Who can attend?
Process/Instrumentation/ HSE engineers