In this episode, Rob is joined by Gilsa Monteiro to discuss Brazil's Human Reliability Analysis (HRA) and the advantages the guidelines bring to the process safety industry. Gilsa is a process safety expert based in Brazil with both a Masters and a PhD in Nuclear Engineering. Tune in to hear all about how the HRA helps to prevent incidents!To connect with Gilsa, find her on LinkedIn here, or email her at contato@gilsamonteiro.com

Read more about the Petro-HRA project here, and find the Petro HRA Guidelines here (volume 1) and here (volume 2).

For more information about incidents cause by human factors, check out these videos:

Human Factors in Five MinutesExplosion at Formosa Plastics - IllinoisMixed Connection - Toxic Result

And finally, click the link below to listen to Gilsa's other podcast episode:Episode 60 - How Organizational Structure Impacts Process Safety with Guest Gilsa Monteiro

In this episode, Magi and Jackson discuss several incidents documented in the Chemical Safety Board's third volume of the Accidental Release Reporting Rule, or AR3 as we like to call it. This episode is focused on the importance of process safety training, hazard analysis, and proper procedures during startup and shutdown.

Stay tuned through the end of the episode for an important message about the CSB!

For more about the CSB's ARRR, or AR3 as we like to call it, read volume one here, volume two here, and volume three here, and be sure to check out the other episodes in our AR3 miniseries:

Episode 121 - ARRR Summaries & Trends

Episode 125 - AR3 Volume Two

Episode 127 - CSB AR3 Breakdown - Preventing Incidents with Proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Episode 130 - CSB AR3 Breakdown - Preventing Injury with Proper PPE

Episode 131 - CSB AR3 Breakdown: Human Error and Incompatible Chemicals

In this episode, Jackson and Magi continue their miniseries on the CSB's Accidental Release Reporting Rule (AR3). They break down incidents that highlight the critical importance of identifying incompatible mixtures in chemical processes, including incidents at Domtar Paper Company, Darling Ingredients, and Tronx. This episode is about the consequences of human error and the need for rigorous safety measures.

Stay tuned through the end of the episode for an important message about the CSB!

For more about the CSB's ARRR, or AR3 as we like to call it, read volume one here and volume two here, and be sure to check out the other episodes in our AR3 miniseries:

Episode 121 - ARRR Summaries & Trends

Episode 125 - AR3 Volume Two

Episode 127 - CSB AR3 Breakdown - Preventing Incidents with Proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Episode 130 - CSB AR3 Breakdown - Preventing Injury with Proper PPE

For the CCPS Chemical Reactivity Worksheet, visit https://www.aiche.org/ccps/resources/chemical-reactivity-worksheet

In this episode, Jackson and Magi continue their miniseries on the CSB's Accidental Release Reporting Rule (AR3). They discuss incidents where the release of hydrogen cyanide, chlorine gas, and other toxic gasses lead to injuries, and even fatalities, that could have been prevented by use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE). This episode is all about the importance of proper training, risk awareness, and adherence to safety protocol.

Stay tuned through the end of the episode for an important message about the CSB!

For more about the CSB's ARRR, or AR3 as we like to call it, read volume one here and volume two here, and be sure to check out the other episodes in our AR3 miniseries:

Episode 121 - ARRR Summaries & Trends

Episode 125 - AR3 Volume Two.

Episode 127 CSB AR3 Breakdown - Preventing Incidents with Proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

In this episode, Rob Bartlett and Jackson break down the CSB's final report on the explosion at the TS USA Liquid Nitriding Facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They discuss the details of the incident, the findings from the CSB, and recommendations for improving safety management systems both at the facility and the corporate level. They also discuss the importance of learning from past incidents and ensuring effective communication of safety practices across subsidiaries.

Tune in to find out more and read the CSB's full report here!

For more CSB final report breakdowns, check out the episodes below:

Episode 128 - Incident Breakdown: Honeywell Geismer, LA Incidents

Episode 122 - Incident Breakdown: 2023 Fire Heater Fire at Marathon Martinez Renewables Facility

⁠Episode 105 - Incident Breakdown: 2022 Fatal Naphtha Release and Fire at BP-Husky Toledo Refinery in Ohio⁠

In this episode, Rob and Magi break down the CSB's incident report on the Honeywell Geismar facility, which includes three significant hydrofluoric acid releases that occurred between 2021 and 2024. They review the CSB's analysis of each incident, highlight safety issues and failures in process safety management, and review the CSB's recommendations for improving safety practices and preventing future incidents. Tune in to find out more and read the CSB's full report ⁠here⁠.
For more CSB final report breakdowns, check out the episodes below:Episode 122 - Incident Breakdown: 2023 Fire Heater Fire at Marathon Martinez Renewables Facility⁠Episode 105 - Incident Breakdown: 2022 Fatal Naphtha Release and Fire at BP-Husky Toledo Refinery in Ohio⁠Episode 97 - Incident Breakdown: 2020 Fatal Oil and Gas Well Blowout in Burleson County, Texas⁠

In this episode, Magi and Jackson discuss the importance of lockout/tagout procedures in process safety, analyzing several incidents that highlight failures in energy isolation and the consequences of neglecting safety protocols. They delve into the need for thorough procedures and best practices to prevent accidents in industrial settings.

For more about the CSB's ARRR, or AR3 as we like to call it, read volume one here and volume two here, and check out the other episodes in the AR3 Miniseries: Episode 121 - ARRR Summaries & Trends and Episode 125 - AR3 Volume Two.

In this episode, Rob interviews Alex Pawlowski, Vice President of Design and Operations at SPEC Process Engineering and Construction. They discuss the critical role of process safety in engineering and construction, particularly in projects involving hazardous materials. Alex shares insights on how SPEC integrates safety into their design and construction processes, the challenges faced in maintaining safety standards, and the differences between capital and maintenance projects.

For more about SPEC, visit their website here, or find them on LinkedIn here. To connect with Alex, find him on LinkedIn here.