Process Plant Start up and Commissioning

Overview:

Introduction:

This training program prepares participants to oversee the successful start-up and commissioning of process plants. Emphasizing systematic approaches, best practices, and safety protocols, this program empowers them to manage complexities effectively, enhancing plant reliability and operational performance.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental phases and principles of process plant start-up and commissioning.

• Implement systematic approaches and best practices for pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

• Apply safety protocols, risk management strategies, and operational readiness assessments during start-up phases.

• Optimize plant reliability, minimize downtime, and enhance operational performance.

• Foster effective teamwork and leadership skills essential for successful plant start-up and commissioning.

Program Outlines:

Unit 1:

Fundamentals of Process Plant Start-up:

• Introduction to Process Plant Start-up: Objectives and Phases.

• Planning and Preparation: Safety Precautions, Risk Assessment, and Operational Readiness Reviews (ORR).

• Regulatory Compliance and Permitting.

• Roles and Responsibilities of Start-up Teams.

• Documentation Requirements for Start-up Procedures.

Unit 2:

Pre-commissioning and Mechanical Completion:

• Overview of Pre-commissioning Tasks and Checklists.

• Mechanical Completion and Integrity Checks.

• Piping and Instrumentation Checks (P&ID Verification).

• Equipment and System Inspections.

• Readiness Criteria for Mechanical Completion.

Unit 3:

Commissioning Procedures:

• Commissioning Plans and Procedures.

• System Functional Testing and Validation.

• Instrument Calibration and Performance Checks.

• Start-up of Process Equipment and Systems.

• Verification of Operating Limits and Conditions.

Unit 4:

Operational Readiness and Handover:

• Operational Handover and Transition.

• Training and Competency Development.

• Documentation, Record Keeping, and Reporting.

• Post-Commissioning Monitoring and Support.

• Evaluation of Operational Readiness Criteria.

Unit 5:

Continuous Improvement and Safety:

• Lessons Learned and Continuous Improvement.

• Safety Reviews and Emergency Response Planning.

• Long-term Operational Planning and Optimization.

• Maintenance Planning and Reliability Strategies.

• Integration of Feedback for Process Enhancement.