Industrial Studies

F&G Mapping

Optimizing Detector Placement for Early Warning

We provide Fire and Gas (F&G) Mapping Studies that deliver a comprehensive evaluation of potential hazards in industrial facilities and the effectiveness of existing detection systems. The primary objective of an F&G study is to optimize the placement of flame and gas detectors so that coverage objectives are achieved and early warning is assured for prompt intervention, includes:

• Hazard Identification: Identifying potential fire and gas release scenarios across the facility, including assessments of process operations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Performance-Based Design: Applying probability engineering principles to achieve the highest level of protection with the fewest detectors possible while meeting the required performance targets.
• Coverage Assessment: Creating visual maps that highlight hazard zones and detection response zones and evaluating whether the system meets predefined coverage goals.

By providing a clear and visual representation of fire and gas hazards, F&G mapping improves decision-making, strengthens emergency planning, and supports the creation of detailed response zones and evacuation strategies.

Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)

A Data-Driven Approach to Risk

We provide Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) services to help organizations understand and manage the risks associated with hazardous events. QRA is a structured, data-driven methodology that quantifies both the likelihood and consequences of potential incidents, providing industries such as oil, gas, chemical, power, and marine with a realistic view of the threats they face. This process enables clients to prioritize risks and implement effective, targeted mitigation strategies, including:

• Identify the Risk: Using qualitative techniques such as HAZOP and HAZID, we identify potential hazards and model the consequences of fires, explosions, or chemical releases.
• Quantify the Risk: Leveraging site-specific data and risk databases, we calculate the probability of hazardous events and use advanced modelling and simulations to assess both individual and aggregate risks.
• Mitigate the Risk: By identifying the highest-risk scenarios, we recommend focused mitigation measures such as changes to occupancy, physical modifications to facilities, or the installation of fire suppression systems like water deluge systems.

Aman helps clients strengthen safety, protect assets, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Our assessments provide decision-makers with actionable insights that support both immediate safety improvements and long-term resilience.

Fire and Explosion Risk Assessment (FERA)

Mitigating High-Impact Incidents

We conduct Fire and Explosion Risk Assessments (FERA) to help organizations identify, quantify, and manage the risks associated with major fire and explosion hazards. FERA provides a structured and data-driven approach to evaluating whether risks are within acceptable limits, while also identifying the main contributors to those risks. This process allows clients to make informed decisions that enhance safety and protect both personnel and assets, includes:

• Hazard Identification: Recognizing potential fire and explosion scenarios that could threaten life safety and facility integrity.
• Frequency Analysis: Estimating the likelihood of such events by leveraging historical data and industry benchmarks.
• Consequence Assessment: Evaluating the potential severity of incidents, including fire size, explosion damage, and escalation risks.
• Risk Estimation: Quantifying overall risk levels to determine if they align with acceptable safety thresholds.
• Risk Mitigation: Identifying and recommending measures for prevention, detection, control, and mitigation.

FERA is an essential tool for evaluating the performance of fire protection systems and comparing risk levels across different design options. This enables organizations to select the safest, most cost-effective solutions that ensure long-term resilience and compliance.

Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP)

A Systematic Review of Design

We conduct Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies to systematically evaluate processes and operations for potential risks. A HAZOP is a structured, qualitative technique carried out by a multidisciplinary team to identify and analyze problems that could endanger personnel, compromise equipment, or reduce operational efficiency. By using standardized guidewords, the team explores potential deviations from the design intent and their associated hazards.

A HAZOP is most commonly performed as a final review once detailed design is complete, but it can also be applied during early concept development, construction, or commissioning. The study focuses on identifying deviations, determining their causes and hazards, and deciding on the necessary actions to mitigate risks and ensure safe, efficient operation.

At Aman, we bring the experience and facilitation skills needed to guide productive HAZOP sessions and deliver actionable results.

Hazard Identification Studies (HAZID)

Early Stage Risk Identification

We conduct Hazard Identification (HAZID) studies to support workplace safety and effective risk management. HAZID is a structured process designed to identify Major Accident Hazards (MAH) in industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and manufacturing. The purpose of the study is to pinpoint hazards at an early stage and recommend practical measures to control risks to people, assets, and the environment based on the facility’s process and layouts, includes:

• Preparation: Defining the study scope and objectives, selecting the team, and establishing the methodology.
• Hazard Identification: Systematically listing potential hazards through brainstorming, checklists, and expert input.
• Risk Analysis & Evaluation: Assessing the likelihood and potential consequences of each hazard, often using tools such as risk matrices.
• Risk Mitigation: Recommending measures to avoid, eliminate, or reduce the impact of identified hazards.

While HAZID and HAZOP both rely on collaborative brainstorming, HAZID is generally performed earlier in the project lifecycle to provide a broad overview of potential risks, while HAZOP offers a more detailed and systematic review of process operability once design data is more mature.

With Aman’s expertise, clients gain a structured, early-warning tool that strengthens decision-making, enhances safety, and reduces risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Safety Integrity Level Study (SIL)

Analyzing System Reliability

We perform Safety Integrity Level (SIL) studies to assess the reliability of Safety Instrumented Functions (SIFs) within Safety Instrumented Systems (SISs). The purpose of a SIL study is to ensure that safety systems provide the required level of risk reduction for processes that lack sufficient inherent mitigation against potential hazards.

SIL is a graded measure of the integrity of a safety system, ranging from SIL 1 (lowest level of risk reduction) to SIL 4 (highest level). Determining the appropriate SIL rating ensures that the system delivers the necessary level of protection to safeguard people, assets, and the environment, process includes:

• Risk Assessment: Identifying process hazards and assigning the risk reduction requirements needed to address them.
• Probability of Failure on Demand (PFD): Calculating the likelihood that the safety system will fail when called upon.
• Hardware Fault Tolerance: Evaluating redundancy and system resilience to prevent single-point failures.
• System Architecture: Reviewing the configuration and design of safety-related components to ensure compliance with standards and reliability goals.

SIL studies are particularly important in refineries, chemical processing plants, and power generation facilities, where they help reduce the risk of fires, explosions, and hazardous reactions. By applying quantitative methods and international best practices, Aman delivers SIL studies that provide confidence in the reliability and effectiveness of critical safety systems