Hazard Identification (HAZID) Training

This training aims to provide participants with the fundamental principles and approaches for the systematic identification of hazards and the assessment of risks during the early design and operational phases. Participants become familiar with the HAZID methodology and gain a general understanding of identifying potential hazards for different processes and evaluating risk reduction approaches.

Day 1 – Basic Concepts and the HAZID Approach

• Overview of process safety and PHA
• Basic definitions (hazard, risk, scenario, etc.)
• Purpose and areas of application of the HAZID methodology
• Relationship between HAZID and other risk analysis methods
• Risk assessment principles and risk matrix
• Data requirements for conducting a HAZID study
• Team structure, roles, and responsibilities

Day 2 – Hazard Identification Techniques

• Hazard identification approaches
• Use of guidewords and checklists
• Identification of process-, equipment-, operation-, and human factor-related hazards
• Analysis of environmental and external factors
• Scenario development and consequence assessment
• Risk ranking and prioritization

Day 3 – Application and Practical Study

• HAZID study based on an example facility/process
• Risk assessment and action identification
• Group workshop
• Presentation and evaluation of results
• Common mistakes and best practices