Defending Against Disaster: Fire Prevention and Firefighting in Oil Facilities Training Course

Introduction

Oil and gas facilities, including refineries, terminals, production sites, and pipelines, inherently handle highly flammable hydrocarbons under various temperatures and pressures, making them particularly vulnerable to fires and explosions. Such incidents can lead to catastrophic loss of life, extensive property damage, severe environmental contamination, and profound business disruption. Therefore, a comprehensive and proactive approach to fire prevention, coupled with a highly capable firefighting and emergency response capability, is absolutely critical for safeguarding personnel, assets, and the surrounding communities.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of fire prevention and firefighting strategies specific to oil facilities. From exploring the fundamental principles of fire chemistry and common ignition sources to mastering various fire detection systems, suppression technologies, emergency response protocols, and incident command, you will gain the expertise to minimize fire risks and effectively manage fire emergencies. This empowers you to enhance operational safety, ensure regulatory compliance, protect valuable assets, and strategically contribute to the highest standards of fire safety within the oil and gas industry.

Target Audience

  • Fire Safety Officers and Managers.
  • Emergency Response Team Leaders and Members.
  • Operations Managers and Supervisors.
  • HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Professionals.
  • Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors.
  • Security Personnel in Oil Facilities.
  • Project Engineers involved in Facility Design.
  • Industrial Fire Brigade Members.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of fire chemistry and explosion dynamics.
  • Grasp common fire hazards and ignition sources in oil and gas facilities.
  • Analyze various fire detection and alarm systems.
  • Comprehend different fire suppression technologies and their applications.
  • Evaluate emergency response procedures and incident command structures for fire incidents.
  • Develop practical skills in using firefighting equipment and tactics.
  • Navigate relevant industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements for fire safety.
  • Formulate robust strategies for implementing effective fire prevention and firefighting programs in oil facilities.

Course Content

  1. Fundamentals of Fire and Explosion
  • The Fire Triangle: Fuel, Oxygen, Ignition Source.
  • The Explosion Pentagon: Fuel, Oxygen, Ignition Source, Confinement, Dispersion.
  • Properties of flammable hydrocarbons: flash point, autoignition temperature, LEL, UEL.
  • Types of fires: Class A, B, C, D, K.
  • Understanding deflagration and detonation.
  1. Common Fire Hazards in Oil Facilities
  • Hydrocarbon storage tanks (fixed roof, floating roof).
  • Process equipment: furnaces, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, pipelines.
  • Flammable liquid and gas spills/leaks.
  • Electrical hazards and static electricity.
  • Hot work activities (welding, cutting).
  • Human factors and operational errors.
  1. Fire Prevention Strategies
  • Hazard identification and risk assessment for fire and explosion.
  • Design for fire safety: layout, spacing, fire zones.
  • Material selection and fireproofing.
  • Ignition source control: hot work permits, electrical classification.
  • Leak detection and mitigation.
  • Safe operating procedures and emergency shutdown systems (ESD).
  1. Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
  • Types of fire detectors: smoke, heat, flame (UV, IR, UV/IR).
  • Gas detection systems: combustible gas detectors, toxic gas detectors.
  • Fire alarm panels and annunciation systems.
  • Integration with ESD and suppression systems.
  • Design considerations and placement of detectors.
  1. Fixed Fire Suppression Systems - Water-Based
  • Water spray systems: deluge, sprinkler, foam-water.
  • Fire water supply systems: pumps, hydrants, monitors.
  • Cooling and exposure protection using water.
  • Design and maintenance of water-based systems.
  • NFPA standards for fire water systems.
  1. Fixed Fire Suppression Systems - Foam and Clean Agents
  • Firefighting foams: types (AFFF, FFFP, AR-AFFF), application methods.
  • Foam systems for tank fires and spills.
  • Clean agent systems (e.g., FM-200, Novec 1230) for critical areas.
  • CO2 suppression systems for enclosed spaces.
  • Design and maintenance of foam and clean agent systems.
  1. Portable Fire Extinguishers and Mobile Equipment
  • Types of portable extinguishers: water, foam, dry chemical, CO2.
  • Selection and proper use of extinguishers for different fire classes.
  • Inspection and maintenance of portable extinguishers.
  • Mobile firefighting equipment: fire trucks, foam tenders, monitors.
  • Training for first-response firefighting.
  1. Emergency Response and Incident Command System (ICS)
  • Developing a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan (ERP) for fire incidents.
  • Incident Command System (ICS) structure and roles.
  • Establishing command and control at the incident scene.
  • Resource mobilization and coordination with external agencies.
  • Communication protocols during a fire emergency.
  1. Firefighting Tactics and Strategies
  • Pre-incident planning and scenario development.
  • Offensive vs. defensive firefighting strategies.
  • Tactics for specific oil facility fires: tank fires, process unit fires, pipeline fires.
  • Cooling, isolation, and extinguishment techniques.
  • Safety of firefighters and incident personnel.
  1. Post-Fire Activities, Regulations, and Future Trends
  • Post-fire investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Damage assessment and recovery planning.
  • Learning from fire incidents and sharing lessons learned.
  • Relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, API, OSHA).
  • Digitalization in fire safety: predictive analytics, smart sensors, drones for assessment.
  • Robotics for firefighting in hazardous areas.
  • Integration of fire safety with overall process safety management.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

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