Ankaa Consulting has successfully delivered technical safety studies for an offshore field development project in Vietnam, supporting the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Commissioning phase of the development.
This project involves the construction of a new Wellhead Platform (WHP) and associated pipeline systems, as well as integration with existing offshore infrastructure. The scope also includes subsea tie-ins and interfaces with offshore installation and drilling activities, forming an integral part of field production and processing operations.
Scope of Work
The technical safety studies encompass a structured and systematic assessment, including:
- Hazard Identification (HAZID) Study – Identification of potential hazards associated with offshore facilities, operations, and interfaces.
- Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) Study – Detailed review of process systems to identify deviations, causes, consequences, and safeguards.
- Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Classification – Determination of required SIL for safety instrumented functions based on risk reduction requirements.
- Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Verification – Quantitative and qualitative verification to ensure that the proposed safety systems meet the target SIL.
Structured Approach to Technical Safety
Ankaa Consulting applies an optimized risk-based methodology to ensure comprehensive and effective safety outcomes:
- Data Collection – Gathering design basis, philosophies, and key engineering documents for analysis.
- Stakeholder Engagement – Facilitating multidisciplinary workshops with project stakeholders.
- Hazard Identification – Identifying credible hazards associated with normal operations and a high-level review on activities such as SIPROD and interfaces.
- Risk Assessment – Evaluating likelihood and consequences of identified scenarios.
- HAZOP Facilitation – Conducting structured node-by-node review of process deviations.
- Safeguard Evaluation – Assessing adequacy and effectiveness of existing and proposed safeguards.
- SIL Assessment – Determining required SIL using the recognised methodology of the Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
- SIL Verification – Validating that safety instrumented systems meet target reliability and performance requirements.
- Interface Management – Ensuring alignment across offshore facilities, subsea systems, and operational interfaces.
- Recommendations Development – Proposing practical measures to enhance safety and operability.
- Compliance Review – Ensuring alignment with applicable standards and regulatory requirements.
- Documentation and Reporting – Delivering comprehensive and auditable technical safety reports.
Commitment to Engineering Integrity and Performance
Through the execution of these technical safety studies, Ankaa Consulting supports the efficient and reliable development of offshore facilities by ensuring that risks are systematically identified, assessed, and mitigated. This engagement reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions while upholding integrity in risk management, reliability, and operational efficiency.
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