Risk Analysis and Decision Processes
Risk Analysis and Decision Processes

Author: H.C. Kunreuther

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 3642821286

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For old and new studies in decision making and risk analysis, this book should stand at tlle watershed. Studies of conflict resolution and public policy will surely now have to take account of the model investigation provided by the IIASA team, and many things will not be the same again. This is a report of inquiries into the siting of liquefied energy gas (LEG) facilities in the Federal Republic of Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The risks of transporting this highly combustible stuff, and the economic benefits of being able to bring a natural energy source from one side of the globe to the other, holding it, and piping it out as needed, make LEG a model case for studying the public response to dangerous technology. The dangers of LEG are differ ent from those of nuclear power, for instance, where the response too often becomes entangled with the fear of nuclear war. The dangers of LEG include unco~trollable explosions, rather than insidious contami nation. But the degree of dangerousness is very much of the same order as that of nuclear power, and is at least as difficult to assess. In four different countries the constitutional procedures involved in obtaining approval of nuclear or LEG facilities are on record. The four case histories here are a model for comparative study of conflict resolu tion. The period over which the negotiations developed is much the same.

LNG Risk Based Safety
LNG Risk Based Safety

Author: John L. Woodward

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-03-25

Total Pages: 392

ISBN-13: 047059022X

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The expert, all-inclusive guide on LNG risk based safety Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is the condensed form of natural gas achieved by cryogenic chilling. This process reduces gas to a liquid 600 times smaller in volume than it is in its original state, making it suitable for economical global transportation. LNG has been traded internationally and used with a good safety record since the 1960s. However, with some accidents occurring with the storage and liquefaction of LNG, a good understanding of its mechanisms, and its potential ramifications to facilities and to the nearby public, is becoming critically important. With an unbiased eye, this book leans on the expertise of its authors and LNG professionals worldwide to examine these serious safety issues, while addressing many false assumptions surrounding this volatile energy source. LNG Risk Based Safety: Summarizes the findings of the Governmental Accountability Office's (GAO) survey of nineteen LNG experts from across North America and Europe Reviews the history of LNG technology developments Systematically reviews the various consequences from LNG releases— discharge, evaporation, dispersion, fire, and other impacts, and identifies best current approaches to model possible consequence zones Includes discussion of case studies and LNG-related accidents over the past fifty years Covering every aspect of this controversial topic, LNG Risk Based Safety informs the reader with firm conclusions based on highly credible investigation, and offers practical recommendations that researchers and developers can apply to reduce hazards and extend LNG technology.

Risk Analysis for Prevention of Hazardous Situations in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering
Risk Analysis for Prevention of Hazardous Situations in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering

Author: Matanovic, Davorin

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2013-11-30

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 1466647787

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The accelerated growth of the world population creates an increase of energy needs. This requires new paths for oil supply to its users, which can be potential hazardous sources for individuals and the environment. Risk Analysis for Prevention of Hazardous Situations in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering explains the potential hazards of petroleum engineering activities, emphasizing risk assessments in drilling, completion, and production, and the gathering, transportation, and storage of hydrocarbons. Designed to aid in decision-making processes for environmental protection, this book is a useful guide for engineers, technicians, and other professionals in the petroleum industry interested in risk analysis for preventing hazardous situations.

Safety Analysis for LNG Facilities
Safety Analysis for LNG Facilities

Author: Filippo Gavelli

Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 550

ISBN-13: 0128041412

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Safety Analysis for LNG Facilities provides a complete picture of the hazards associated with LNG facilities and how to improve overall plant safety. Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has seen tremendous growth in energy transportation and storage in the last 10 years, making safety components and procedures at these facilities critical for keeping up with the pace of the market. Covering the full spectrum of upstream, midstream, and downstream, this book describes the fundamentals and physical hazards of LNG, how to analyze the various hazards that can occur, and the processes and safeguards to implement that can be build safer plants in the future. It is a complete and concise reference to practical issues facing LNG carriers as well as small and medium LNG importation plants, including coverage on the author’s research pertaining to 3D modeling of LNG dispersion and gas mapping experiences and findings. Rare failure data for LNG systems is included, plus discussion of methodologies such as LOPA, safeguards and bow-tie method. Safety Analysis for LNG Facilities will help you to fulfill safety audits with your regulators and improve overall facility risk understanding and management. Presents the physics and fundamentals of flammable material hazards Explains regulatory constraints governing hazard analyses and risk assessments for LNG facilities worldwide Presents the application of process safety principles to LNG facilities