NEBOSH Element5:Logistics & Transport Operations – The Hidden Risks That Move the Oil & Gas Industry скачать в хорошем качестве

NEBOSH Element5:Logistics & Transport Operations – The Hidden Risks That Move the Oil & Gas Industry

Welcome back to QHSE Talks and to the final chapter of our NEBOSH Oil and Gas Safety Series based on the RRC Training Guide. In this powerful closing episode, we break down Element 5: Logistics and Transport Operations, one of the most underestimated yet most dangerous components of the oil and gas industry. This episode takes you deep into the real-world hazards of moving hydrocarbons and personnel by sea, air, and road, where a single mistake can escalate into fire, explosion, environmental catastrophe, and mass casualties. We begin offshore with a detailed explanation of marine transport and floating oil and gas assets, including: FPSO (Floating Production, Storage and Offloading) FSO (Floating Storage and Offloading) FSU (Floating Storage Unit) LNG FSRU (Floating Storage and Regasification Unit) You’ll learn why these structures are far more than just vessels — they are fully operational production plants, storage terminals, and transfer hubs, exposed to extreme weather, structural fatigue, corrosion, ship collisions, and major process hazards. We also explain the key marine risks, including: Blowouts, pipeline leaks, and hydrocarbon releases Fires and explosions during transfer Vessel collisions, grounding, and capsize Crane and structural failures Helicopter and crew boat accidents Personnel transfer hazards using baskets, gangways, and rope ladders This episode fully aligns with ISGOTT (International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals) principles, including: Safe mooring arrangements Static electricity control Earthing and bonding Vapour control and vapour recovery systems Emergency shutdown (ESD) systems Safe ship-to-shore transfer procedures Weather and operational limits during loading and unloading We also cover marine certification and vessel safety management, including: Classification society and “Class” system Safety Construction Certificate Load Line Certificate MARPOL and oil pollution prevention Key safety roles such as the Marine Coordinator, Ship Master, and Deck Crew In the second part of the episode, we move onshore to Land Transport and Road Tanker Operations, where we explain: Dangerous Goods classification using the UN system Hazard diamonds and orange plates ADR driver training requirements Route planning and transport security Risks of rollover, collision, and product loss of containment A major focus is placed on static electricity and tanker filling operations, including: The dangers of top filling vs bottom filling Splash filling and vapour cloud formation Electrostatic charge accumulation Earthing and bonding of tankers and loading arms Vapour return systems and nitrogen blanketing Fire and explosion prevention controls required by international good practice and ISGOTT guidance We also examine traffic management systems in high-risk industrial sites, including: Pedestrian and vehicle segregation Speed limits and one-way systems Minimizing reversing Impact protection for tanks and pipe racks Prevention of theft, sabotage, and terrorism risks This final episode is essential for: ✅ NEBOSH IOH & IGC candidates ✅ HSE engineers and safety officers ✅ Process safety specialists ✅ Terminal and tanker operations personnel ✅ Offshore and marine safety professionals ✅ Anyone responsible for major accident hazard control By the end of this episode, you will clearly understand why: 👉 Logistics and transport are not “support activities” — they are MAJOR HAZARD OPERATIONS 👉 Most catastrophic oil and gas accidents begin during movement, not production 👉 ISGOTT is one of the most critical life-saving references in marine hydrocarbon transfer 🎯 If you are serious about process safety, transport safety, and major accident prevention, this episode is a must-watch. #NEBOSH #OilAndGasSafety #ProcessSafety #MarineOperations #RoadTankerSafety