13 - Control of Process Hazards

13 - Control of Process Hazards

Process hazards are related to the ‘core business activities’ of the premises. Process hazards are not only those within chemical processes but exist in many general business operations such as warehousing, manufacturing and service industries. Fire hazards are particularly prevalent in processes with 'increased energy' such as increased pressure, temperature and/or chemical reaction. They can also be present in areas such as laundries (e.g. hotels), server rooms (e.g. telecoms), diagnostic equipment (e.g. hospitals) and commercial kitchens.

Ongoing training of operators in safe operating procedures and emergency response (e.g. prompt isolation and notification).Periodic, visual, and recorded inspections. Frequency suited to system age, equipment type, and environmental conditions. Inspections are intended to identify and manage systems with conditions such as: