Pyrophoric Ignition Hazards in oil and gas industry typically Refinery Operations
Course overview
Pyrophoric materials are substances that can spontaneously ignite upon exposure to air due to rapid oxidation.
Why Choose Pyrophoric Ignition Hazards in oil and gas industry
In the oil and gas industry, particularly in refineries and petrochemical plants, pyrophoric iron sulfide is one of the most common ignition sources that poses a significant fire and explosion hazard.
Course Objective
- Understand Pyrophoric Materials and Their Hazards
- Understand how hydrocarbon presence increases ignition risk.
- Conduct Hazard Identification (HAZID) and HAZOP assessments for pyrophoric risk areas.
Topics
Module 1
- Definition of pyrophoric materials and their behavior.
- Formation of pyrophoric iron sulfide in refinery operations.
- How pyrophoric iron sulfide forms in crude oil and gas processes.
- Chemical reactions between hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) and iron compounds.
Module 2
- Conducting HAZID
- Identifying ignition sources in refinery equipment.
- Assessing flammability risks in confined spaces and storage tanks.
- Evaluating process deviations and safety-critical equipment.
- Establishing real-time gas monitoring in refinery units.
Module 3
- Mechanical cleaning
- Nitrogen purging to eliminate oxygen exposure.
- Chemical treatment (alkaline washing) to neutralize pyrophoric iron sulfide.
- Proper handling of coke deposits and sulfur compounds.
- Use of H₂S gas detectors and personal monitoring equipment.
- Oxygen sensors for confined space safety.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course and exam, we will issue a certificate to acknowledge your achievements.
This certificate serves as a formal recognition of your expertise and commitment to safety standards.
