Hazards of Trapped Pressure and Vacuum - IChemE (Bp Process Safety Series)

The BP Process Safety Series was developed as a complement to safety training, this text makes the perfect reference tool and training aid. The second edition includes new case materials and a new section on rupture disks plus it has a revised bibliography. It increases the awareness of operators within the chemical and process industries, to the hazards of trapped pressure and vacuum. It begins by describing trapped pressure and vacuum and their uses within the process industries, before pointing out the potential hazards. Using case studies of actual accidents to highlight the potential threats and explain the possible causes, it raises the knowledge and awareness of operators to the dangers of trapped pressure and vacuum, enabling them to spot and rectify hazards before accidents occur. The book concludes with a self-test section allowing readers to test their understanding of the information presented. An excellent introduction to the topic for students. IChemE, the Institution of Chemical Engineers, is the center for chemical, biochemical and process engineering professionals worldwide. We are the heart of the process community, promoting competence and a commitment to sustainable development, advancing the discipline for the benefit of society and supporting the professional development of members. Some of the areas we publish in include: -Safety in the process industries - the BP Process Safety series -Consultancy for chemical engineers -Project management in the process industries -Contract management in the process industries - International Forms Of Contract series -Communication skills for engineers