{"product_id":"opening-process-equipment-ope-hazards-risk-recognition-and-prevention-hardback-9781394422241","title":"Opening Process Equipment (OPE) Hazards; Risk Recognition and Prevention (Hardback) 9781394422241","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eOpening Process Equipment (OPE) Hazards\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eRisk Recognition and Prevention\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eM. Darryl Yoes (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394422241, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 15 May 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e368 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 15.2 x 2.3 cm, 0.626 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEssential guide to preventing fatal incidents during equipment opening through real-world case analysis\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpening process equipment remains one of the most hazardous activities in refining and petrochemical operations, with failures causing loss of containment incidents, including severe injuries and fatalities, from trapped pressure, pyrophoric ignition, and energy isolation breakdowns. \u003ci\u003eOpening Process Equipment (OPE) Hazards: Risk Recognition and Prevention\u003c\/i\u003e delivers a narrative-driven approach to these risks, written by a veteran refinery safety manager with over 50 years of frontline experience in incident management, safety consulting, and leading Safe Operations Training courses worldwide. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book guides readers from foundational OPE concepts and regulatory requirements through advanced mitigation strategies. Real-world incident analyses grouped thematically reveal recurring failure patterns including wrong-flange errors, pyrophoric material hazards, and inadequate lockout-tagout procedures. Each chapter features quizzes, scenario-based discussion questions, technical illustrations, and flowcharts clarifying isolation procedures and zero-energy verification protocols. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will also find: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField-ready checklists and job aids designed to prevent incidents during equipment opening tasks in refineries and petrochemical facilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGlobally relevant case studies of fatal incidents that illustrate the severe consequences of procedural deviations and complacency in familiar tasks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear explanations of the rationale behind lockout-tagout, blinding, and zero-energy verification procedures to build genuine safety commitment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraining content that helps frontline workers recognize latent hazards like trapped pressure behind plugged bleeders or unexpected combustible liquids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditional resources and chapter quizzes supporting compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management and other regulatory safety codes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcess operators, maintenance technicians, first-line supervisors, and safety engineers in refining, petrochemical, chemical, and oil and gas industries will find actionable guidance for preventing OPE incidents. Corporate training departments and technical college instructors will also gain ready-to-use materials for onboarding and continuing safety education.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface xiii\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Author xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 What Is \"Opening Process Equipment\"? 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Equipment Preparation for Opening – Making It Safe 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 The Potential Hazards Associated with OPE 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 When Are We Most Vulnerable to These Hazards? 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 OPE and the Relevant US Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 The Key Elements of Effective Gas Testing 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Controlling or Mitigation of OPE Hazards to Prevent Loss of Containment 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Lifesaving Rules and the Consequences of Violating Lifesaving Rules 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 The Hazards of Risk Perception and Risk Habituation 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Preventing \"Normalization of Deviation\" 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Opening Process Equipment: What Has Happened\/What Can Happen and How Is It Prevented? A series of Case Studies, organized for thematic clarity (causal factors), and the date of occurrence: 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A End-of-Book Quiz 277\u003cbr\u003eAppendix B End-of-Book and End-of-Chapter Quizzes (with Answers) 281\u003cbr\u003eAppendix C Key Elements for Removing Equipment from Service and Preparation for Opening: A Job Aid for Removing Equipment from Service 321\u003cbr\u003eAppendix D The Importance of Effective Equipment Isolation: A Job Aid for Effective Equipment Isolation 331\u003cbr\u003eAppendix E Field Checklist for Equipment Opening: A Job Aid for Safe Equipment Opening 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 341\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Industrial chemistry \u0026amp; manufacturing technologies [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Industrial chemistry \u0026amp; manufacturing technologies\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Industrial%20chemistry%20\u0026amp;%20manufacturing%20technologies%20%5BTD%5D%22\"\u003eTD\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52433834115352,"sku":"9781394422241","price":130.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394422241.jpg?v=1784854822","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/opening-process-equipment-ope-hazards-risk-recognition-and-prevention-hardback-9781394422241","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}