Updated 2 weeks ago
By Emily Brown
Safety Warning
- This procedure is for emergency use only
- Personnel safety takes priority over equipment protection
- Familiarize yourself with this procedure before an emergency occurs
- Regular drills should be conducted to ensure readiness
Equipment Information
This SOP applies to the following equipment
Equipment Type
Process Units
Applicable Models
All Models
1
Emergency Assessment
Quickly evaluate the type and severity of the emergency
30-60 seconds
Tools: Emergency response flowchart, Radio communication
- Identify the nature of the emergency (fire, release, explosion, etc.)
- Determine if personnel are at risk
- Assess if the emergency can be contained with local measures
- Decide if unit shutdown or facility-wide shutdown is required
2
Alarm Activation
Activate appropriate alarms and notifications
30-60 seconds
Tools: Alarm activation points, Radio or phone communication, Emergency call system
- Activate local emergency alarm system
- Notify control room of emergency situation and location
- Ensure emergency response team is notified
- Activate facility-wide alarm if necessary
3
Process Shutdown
Initiate shutdown of affected process units
1-2 minutes
Tools: Emergency shutdown buttons, Control system access, Process monitoring displays
- Press emergency shutdown button for affected unit(s)
- Verify critical systems begin shutdown sequence
- Monitor critical parameters during shutdown
- Isolate affected unit from interconnected processes if possible
4
Utility Management
Manage utilities to support safe shutdown
1-2 minutes
Tools: Utility isolation procedures, Emergency power systems, Utility status displays
- Maintain instrument air supply for pneumatic shutdown valves
- Maintain electrical supply to critical safety systems
- Isolate non-essential utilities from affected area
- Ensure emergency power systems are functioning
5
Personnel Evacuation
Ensure safe evacuation of all personnel
3-5 minutes
Tools: Evacuation route maps, Personnel roster, Radio communication, First aid kits
- Direct personnel to nearest safe exit route
- Account for all personnel at designated assembly points
- Report missing personnel to emergency response team
- Provide first aid as needed at assembly points
6
Incident Command Establishment
Establish incident command structure
5-10 minutes
Tools: Emergency response plan, Command post kit, Communication equipment, Site plans
- Designate incident commander based on emergency response plan
- Establish command post at safe location
- Implement emergency response plan appropriate to the incident
- Coordinate with external emergency services as needed