FIRE AND GAS MAPPING

Fire and Gas Mapping is a systematic approach used in industries, particularly in high-risk environments like oil refineries, chemical plants, and offshore facilities, to identify potential fire and gas hazards. This method involves assessing the probability of fires and gas leaks, as well as their potential consequences, to design and implement effective safety measures.

Key components of Fire and Gas Mapping include:

• • • • Hazard Identification: Identifying potential fire sources and gas release points within a facility. This includes considering equipment, processes, storage areas, and any potential ignition sources.
      • Consequence Analysis: Assessing the potential consequences of fires and gas releases, including the extent of damage to equipment, impact on personnel safety, and the potential for escalation or secondary events.
      • Probability Analysis: Evaluating the likelihood of fire incidents or gas leaks occurring based on historical data, failure rates of equipment, process conditions, and human factors.
      • Mapping and Modeling: Using specialized software and tools to visualize the potential hazard zones within the facility. This involves creating maps that indicate the areas at risk in case of fire or gas release, considering factors like dispersion patterns, wind direction, and facility layout.
      • Safety Measures: Developing and implementing mitigation strategies such as installing fire detection systems, gas detection systems, emergency shutdown systems, and designing escape routes and safe refuge areas.
      • Risk Assessment: Conducting a comprehensive risk assessment to prioritize areas for safety enhancements and to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

OUR SCOPE OF WORK

We provide you with the latest performance-based design solutions and engineering best practices while helping to determine applicable codes and standards. We comply with the national codes and standards, engineering best practices, performance-based consulting, and fire & life safety audit criteria. Our team also specializes in construction and system investigation during the lifecycle of a building and assists in designing a go-forward plan and helps manage the upgrade.