The Energy Institute has published new guidance on risk assessment and conceptual design of tertiary containment systems for bulk storage of petroleum, petroleum products and other fuels.
It comes against the backdrop of a heightened focus on the need for effective containment systems at bulk storage facilities.
The guidance, says the EI, aims to: “Fill a knowledge gap on the review of requirements for tertiary containment at individual sites, and the conceptual design of tertiary containment options”.
“The publication provides practical guidance to assist in meeting the requirements of the Great Britain (GB) Control of major accident hazards (COMAH) competent authority (CA) ‘containment policy’.”
Who is the guide for?
The safety guide is intended for:
- Process safety specialists
- Environment risk assessment specialists
- Designers
- Operators
- Owners of installations holding bulk quantities of petroleum, petroleum products or other fuels
The document, which is a handy reference for sites holding smaller quantities and those in related sectors, also provides guidance on:
- The completion of risk assessments to determine the need for tertiary containment
- Criteria for design of tertiary containment measures
In addition to helping bulk storage facilities, the information may also prove useful to sites storing smaller quantities of petroleum products and those in related industry sectors housing dangerous substances.
Find out more about the guidance at The Energy Institute’s site
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