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