CONSULTING
- Process Flow Diagrams (PFD – P&IDs)
- Equipment Location Drawings
- Operating Manuals
- Material and Energy Balances
- Equipment Datasheets
- Composition Information of the Substances Used
Consequence Analysis is a study based on the modeling of loss of containment events involving flammable or toxic substances that may lead to fire, explosion, or toxic dispersion events. This type of study is useful for enabling the asset owner to understand the potential impact generated by the realization of a latent hazard within their facility. This analysis can be performed at different stages of the asset lifecycle, from the design of new facilities, during modifications to existing installations, or at any point during operation when it is necessary to understand the impact of an event.
Pryxida TECH has experience in developing consequence analyses focused on evaluating the impacts of events associated with thermal radiation, overpressure, and the dispersion of toxic materials in a detailed manner. Our main objective is to provide high-quality information to the client.
According to the hazards previously identified and the client’s requirements, Pryxida TECH establishes scenarios of interest for the study. Each proposed scenario is modeled to determine whether, under the process conditions, substance characteristics, and environmental conditions, the following events occur:
- Pool Fire
- Flash Fire
- Fireball
- Jet Fire
- BLEVE
- Explosion
- Toxic Dispersion
For us, it is essential that our clients have a clear understanding of the study being conducted. For this reason, we offer working sessions for the presentation of results, clarification of questions, and to ensure that the asset owner’s objectives are achieved.
Upon completion of the study, Pryxida TECH delivers a report to the client showing the following elements in great detail:
- First, the assumptions considered in the modeling are listed due to their criticality in generating the results.
- Second, the graphical results of the impact levels of the materialized events over the plant layout, their corresponding analysis, and finally, conclusions and recommendations to reduce the impact of the events.
It is recommended that a QRA be subsequently developed in order to consider failure frequencies and the probability of occurrence of these events. In this way, the client is not limited to decision-making based solely on the information regarding the potential consequence.