Guidelines for Process Safety Fundamentals in General Plant Operations [Hardcover]

At last, a book that covers safety procedures and standards with information that is rarely available outside of proprietary materials. A comprehensive source for basic and essential operations and procedures in use in any facility, the book offers chemical operators and first line supervisors guidance in applying appropriate practices to prevent accidents, and suggests which practices to avoid.Preface.

Acknowledgments.

Acronyms and Abbreviations.

Glossary.

1. Introduction.

1.1 Objective.

1.2 Scope.

1.3 Organization.

References.

2. Materials/Chemical Handling.

2.1 Hazardous Property Identification.

2.2 Material handling Hazards.

2.2.1 Fire and Explosive Properties.

2.2.2 Chemical Toxicity.

2.2.3 Biological Hazards.

2.2.4 Radiation Hazards.

2.2.5 Electrical Hazards.

2.2.6 Thermal Hazards.

2.2.7 Physical Plant Hazards.

2.3 Material Transport.

2.4 Liquid Handling.

2.4.1 Liquid Transport.

2.4.2 Liquid Storage.

2.4.3 Spill Control and Cleanup.

2.5 Solids Handling.

2.5.1 Storage Procedures.

2.5.2 Transfer Procedures.

2.5.3 Bulk Conveying.

2.5.4 Solids Packaging.

2.6 Gas Handling.

2.6.1 Classification of Gases.

2.6.2 Regulations and Standards.

2.6.3 Gas Containers.

2.6.4 Cylinder Auxiliaries.

2.6.5 Cylinder Handling Procedures.

2.6.6 Handling Hazardous Gases.

2.6.7 CryogenilÃ'