Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
To gain an understanding of the technique, application and limitations of Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA). This course covers the different variations of the LOPA methodology: single cause, multiple cause, simple and complex. It does not provide detailed LOPA facilitator training but does cover the skills needed and the work that the facilitator must do as part of the LOPA.
Outline
- Introduction to LOPA
- Relationship between HAZOP and LOPA
- The LOPA method: TEF and initiating events
- Enabling conditions and condition modifiers
- The LOPA method: safeguards and IPL
- The LOPA method: MEF and risk reduction
- Functional safety lifecycle
- Application
- Conclusion
Who is this for?
Project Managers, Operation Managers, Process Engineers, Operators, HSE advisors and risk management practitioners.
What prior study is recommended?
Education, skills or experience equivalent to undergraduate level. Risktec courses: Principles of Risk Management, Hazard Identification, HAZOP Study
At the end of the course you should be able to:
- Understand the key elements to the LOPA assessment process
- Retrieve, and confidently challenge, the key information contained in a HAZOP
- Undertake a LOPA, including its use as SIL determination technique
- Analyse and interpret LOPA assessment results
For groups
This course can be customised and delivered at a location that suits you.
Contact our training team to find out how we can support your training needs.
For individuals
This course is available as a self-study TÜV Rheinland Risktec CPD.