Course Details

Objective

By the end of this course, participants will:

?  Understand the Key Concepts of Passive Fire Protection: Learn about the importance and functionality of passive fire protection systems in preventing fire spread and ensuring personnel safety.

?  Design Fire-Resistant Systems: Gain skills in designing fire-resistant barriers, coatings, and other passive fire protection elements in line with industry standards.

?  Apply Fireproofing Techniques: Learn the selection, application, and maintenance of fireproofing materials like cementitious coatings, intumescent materials, and wraps.

?  Ensure Compliance with Industry Standards: Understand local and international fire safety codes, standards (such as NFPA, ISO, API), and regulations applicable to the oil and gas industry.

?  Conduct Inspections and Maintenance: Be equipped with the knowledge to perform regular inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting of passive fire protection systems.

?  Troubleshoot and Maintain PFP Systems: Address common challenges in maintaining fireproofing systems and ensuring their ongoing effectiveness.

Content

Day 1: Introduction to Passive Fire Protection and Fire Safety Fundamentals

• Overview of Fire Protection Systems
  • Understanding the difference between active and passive fire protection.
  • The role of passive fire protection in oil and gas facilities.
  • Importance of passive fire protection for personnel, infrastructure, and assets.
• Basic Fire Safety Principles
  • Fire behavior and classification.
  • Stages of fire and fire spread in oil and gas environments.
  • Core fire safety concepts: containment, compartmentalization, insulation, and delay.
• Key Elements of Passive Fire Protection Systems
  • Fire-resistant barriers: walls, doors, windows.
  • Fireproofing of structural elements: beams, columns, and load-bearing components.
  • Fire-resistant coatings, intumescent materials, and wraps.

Day 2: Design and Application of Passive Fire Protection Systems

• Fire Resistance Ratings (FRR) and Fireproofing Standards
  • Understanding fire resistance levels and their significance in oil and gas operations.
  • Relevant codes and standards: NFPA, ISO, API, UL, and local regulations.
• Designing Effective Passive Fire Protection Systems
  • Designing fire-resistant barriers, fire-rated walls, doors, and windows.
  • Fireproofing strategies for structural elements in onshore and offshore facilities.
  • Compartmentalization and its importance for containment during a fire.
• Materials and Methods for Fireproofing
  • Overview of fireproofing materials: cementitious, fibrous, and intumescent coatings.
  • Fireproofing wraps and blankets: applications and limitations.
  • Techniques for applying fireproofing materials on structural steel, pipes, and ducts.

Day 3: Installation, Inspection, and Quality Assurance

• Installation of Passive Fire Protection Systems
  • Best practices for the installation of fire-resistant barriers and fireproofing materials.
  • Key considerations for onshore vs. offshore installations.
  • Challenges in applying passive fire protection in harsh environments.
• Quality Control and Assurance
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications during installation.
  • Inspection and testing procedures for fireproofing materials and systems.
  • Verifying fire resistance ratings and certifications.
• Common Installation Challenges
  • Identifying and addressing common issues during installation.
  • Solutions for mitigating fireproofing failures, misalignments, or gaps in barriers.

Day 4: Regulatory Compliance and Maintenance of Passive Fire Protection Systems

• Fire Safety Regulations and Industry Standards
  • Understanding the key fire safety regulations and codes for oil and gas installations.
  • Local and international regulatory requirements for passive fire protection.
  • Roles and responsibilities in ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Routine Maintenance and Inspection
  • Best practices for maintaining and inspecting passive fire protection systems.
  • Identifying degradation in materials (e.g., corrosion, cracking, wear).
  • Repair and re-coating methods for maintaining system integrity.
• Long-Term Durability and Performance
  • Assessing the longevity of fireproofing systems.
  • Ensuring systems remain effective throughout the life of the facility.
  • Environmental impacts and maintenance requirements in offshore and remote operations.

Day 5: Troubleshooting, Emerging Trends, and Future Technologies

• Troubleshooting Passive Fire Protection Systems
  • Diagnosing and addressing performance issues: gaps, cracks, and material failure.
  • Investigating common causes of passive fire protection system failures.
  • Corrective actions and preventative measures to enhance system reliability.
• Emerging Trends in Passive Fire Protection
  • Innovations in fire-resistant materials and coatings.
  • Use of advanced technologies in fireproofing systems.
  • Smart passive fire protection systems with built-in monitoring capabilities.
• The Future of Passive Fire Protection in Oil and Gas
  • Trends in fire safety for offshore and subsea facilities.
  • Integration of passive fire protection with overall safety management systems.
  • The role of automation, artificial intelligence, and monitoring systems in future PFP systems.
• Course Wrap-Up and Final Assessment
  • Review of key concepts and practical knowledge gained.
  • Assessment of participant understanding and skill development.
  • Certification ceremony and closing discussion.

NOTE:

Pre-& Post Tests will be conducted.

Case Studies, Group Exercises, Group Discussions, Last Day reviews, and assessments will be carried out.

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Methodology

A highly interactive combination of lectures and discussion sessions will be managed to maximize the amount and quality of information and knowledge transfer. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. You will also be encouraged to raise your own questions and to share in the development of the right answers using your own analysis and experiences.  Tests of multiple-choice type will be made available on daily basis to examine the effectiveness of delivering the course.

Very useful Course Materials will be given.

• 30% Lectures
• 30% Workshops and work presentation
• 20% Group Work& Practical Exercises
• 20% Videos& General Discussions