The purpose of this section is to familiarize The Operator with some potential hazards in the ammonia plant and the equipment provided to control the hazards. The Operator is not only responsible for his own safety he has a responsibility to conduct himself in such a manner so as not to jeopardize the safety of his fellow employees. The use of safe procedures and the proper safety equipment is a help in conducting our business, not a hindrance.
The purpose of this section is to familiarize The Operator with some potential hazards in the ammonia plant and the equipment provided to control the hazards. The Operator is not only responsible for his own safety he has a responsibility to conduct himself in such a manner so as not to jeopardize the safety of his fellow employees. The use of safe procedures and the proper safety equipment is a help in conducting our business, not a hindrance.
The purpose of this section is to familiarize The Operator with some potential hazards in the ammonia plant and the equipment provided to control the hazards. The Operator is not only responsible for his own safety he has a responsibility to conduct himself in such a manner so as not to jeopardize the safety of his fellow employees. The use of safe procedures and the proper safety equipment is a help in conducting our business, not a hindrance.
1.0 PURPOSE : The purpose of this section is to familiarize the operator with some potential hazards in the ammonia Plant and the equipment provided to control the hazards. The use of safe procedures and the proper safety equipment is a help in conducting our business, not a hindrance it is essential that the operator develop positive safety attitude. This will occur only when he firmly believe that the safe way is the only way he can properly do his job. The operator is not only responsible for his own safety he has a responsibility to conduct himself in such a manner so as not to jeopardize the safety of his fellow employees. The Operator is the proprietor of the plant. He is operating and as such has the prime responsibility for the safety of all who enter his work area.
2.0 SCOPE: Following procedure will help for the hazards identification and their risk assessment at ammonia plat post- wise.
3.0 DE-ARATOR AREA HAZARDS
Sr.No Hazards Involved Description 1 Chemicals Anti corrosion, oxygen removal and Ph control chemicals are being used in BFW and steam system. The exposure can cause serious health problems with eyes or skin. Use proper personal protective while working in the BFW and steam systems. In case of a contact with the chemicals wash with plenty of water and sort medical help. Hydrazine 35% W/W (N2H4) Safety Profile: It is colorless liquid, causes eye burns, and may cause blindness. Causes skin and respiratory tract irritation Precautions: Handle only when wearing complete protective equipment, including chemical suit, rubber gloves, boots, and goggles. Avoid accidental contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapor .Use only in well ventilated areas where exposure level is at or below 0.1 ppm. First Aid: In case of skin and eye contact- immediately wash with clean water for 15 min. If ingested wash out mouth thoroughly with water and continue to drink plenty of water. If inhaled remove to fresh air. Refer to FFCL medical Center.
ROUTE PREPARED BY REVIEWED BY APROVED BY REFERENCE Name SAQIB RAOUF QMS : 5.5.1 HSE : 4.4.1 Date 28-08-14
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Tri-sodium Phosphate (Na3PO4) Safety Profile: it is odorless non-combustible powder. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort, Avoid breathing. Overexposure can cause lung disease or asthma. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. Inhalation- If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air.
Ammoniacal water Safety Profile: it is solution of ammonia, in case of contact can cause irritation to skin, eyes and upper respiratory tract; headache, nausea. Inhalation of vapors may be fatal by causing glottis to spasm and suffocation. Can have delayed effect after moderate exposure. Precautions: In case of Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water. Do not apply any ointments. First Aid: If in contact with clothing, immediately remove contaminated clothing and get under shower or any other source of water. Take care of attached skin (if any) due to cryogenic action of ammonia. 2 Steam Area comprises a small network of steam. Steam is used for the operation of different steam turbines. There are many steam headers of different pressures. Steam system operates at every high temperature. There is a risk of burns if exposed to high temperature and high pressure steam. Area operators are advised to use special precautions and protective against this hazard. Do not touch the naked steam piping. Use PPE while taking samples and operating or attending maintenance activities at steam 3 Electricity An electrical work permit to be obtained before any work is to be performed on any electrical circuit. The electrical power source should be turned off and lock out tag out procedure to be strictly followed. Stay in contact with your shift supervisor and Shift Co-coordinator to ensure that correct power source or breaker has been turned off / disconnected / locked an properly tagged. Work permit procedure and lock out tag out procedures to be followed strictly. An incident will be recorded if electrical job found in progress without wok permit, proper authorization and proper isolation. 4 Nitrogen Nitrogen is inert gas used as sealing media for condensing turbines especially in this area .It is also used for purging equipment. It is not poisonous or flammable but care must be exercised when working on equipment that is being purged. Adequate ventilation must be provided or appropriate breathing devices worn. To breath an atmosphere high in nitrogen could result in suffocation and death. Before entering vessels that have been purged with nitrogen a check must be made for proper oxygen concentration and an entry tape must be cleared.
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4.0 REFORMING AREA HAZARDS
Sr.No Hazards Involved Description 1 Explosive Mixture Process and equipment in the area contain explosive gases Hydrogen, Methane, Ethane and ammonia. Explosive Mixtures can exist when ever air or oxygen is in present in the system. During startup purging procedures must be followed closely. All equipment must be air free before hydrocarbons can be allowed into the system. Follow the proper purging procedures for commissioning of the system with Hydrocarbons. Auto Ignition Temp=538 C
LEL=5% UEL=15%
METHANE (CH4) Safety Profile: it is Colorless, odor less and tasteless gas. It is the major constituent of natural gas. Highly flammable and explosive gas which forms inimitable mixtures with air. It is a buoyant gas which may collect under roofs or ceilings forming pockets of explosive gaseous mixture. Not toxic but a simple asphyxiate. Precautions: Before any work is performed on vessels, piping or equipment that have or could have contained methane in any concentration, they must be thoroughly purged with nitrogen and then carefully checked with an explosivity meter for the presence of flammable gas. First Aid: A person asphyxiated by the Methane Should be removed to fresh air immediately and kept warm and quiet until medical assistance can be obtained. If the victim has stopped breathing, artificial respiration must be given immediately. Auto Ignition Temp=500 C
LEL=4% UEL=75%
HYDROGEN
Safety Profile: it is Colorless, odor less and tasteless gas. Highly flammable and explosive gas which forms inimitable mixtures with air. It is a buoyant gas which may collect under roofs or ceilings forming pockets of explosive gaseous mixture. Not toxic but a simple asphyxiate. Precautions: Before any work is performed on vessels, piping or equipment that have or could have contained hydrogen in any concentration, they must be thoroughly purged with nitrogen and then carefully checked with an explosi-meter for the presence of flammable gas. If a hydrogen rich gas leaks should develop from equipment containing the gas at high temperature (e.g. primary reformer out let pigtail) immediately apply steam directly on the source of the leak to stop or prevent a fire. NEVER USE WATER First Aid: A person asphyxiated by the Hydrogen Should be removed to fresh air immediately and kept warm and quiet until medical assistance can be obtained. If the victim has stopped breathing, artificial respiration must be given immediately. Auto Ignition Temp=609 C
LEL=12.5% UEL=74.8%
CARBOB MONOOXIDE (CO)
IDLH=1200ppm TWA=25ppm Safety Profile: it is Colorless, odor less and Flammable gas. Mildly toxic by inhalation. Systematic effects on humans by inhalation. It can cause asphyxiation by preventing hemoglobin from binding with oxygen. Acute cases of poisoning resulting from brief exposure to high concentration seldom result in any permanent disability if recovery takes place in time. Precautions: Use forced ventilation to dilute concentrations around process leaks.Use self contained breathing apparatus in concentrations above 50 ppm. Do not work in confided spaces with combustion engines running unless there is adequate ventilation. First Aid: A person overcome by or exhibiting signs of carbon monoxide poisoning must be removed to fresh air immediately and kept warm. Administer oxygen if necessary until medical assistance can be obtained.
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2 Steam Area comprises a large network of steam generation and steam consumer vessels and piping steam is being produced and superheated in this area and is consumed for reforming process Steam is also used for the operation of different steam turbines. There are many steam headers of different pressures. Steam system operates at every high temperature. There is a risk of burns if exposed to high temperature and high pressure steam. Area operators are advised to use special precautions and protective against this hazard Do not touch the naked steam piping Use PPE while taking samples and operating or attending maintenance activities at steam. 3 Nitrogen Nitrogen is inert gas used for purging of equipment. It is not poisonous or flammable but care must be exercised when working on equipment that is being purged. Adequate ventilation must be provided or appropriate breathing devices worn. To breath an atmosphere high in nitrogen could result in suffocation and death. Before entering vessels that have been purged with nitrogen a check must be made for proper oxygen concentration and an entry tape must be cleared. 4 Primary Reformer Primary Reformer and surrounding areas contain serious fire hazards. Draft is controlled in primary reformer to keep flames confined inside the fire box, Loss of draft or a positive pressure may result in a back fire and travel of flames to outwards from openings causing serious burns an injury to personal working in the area, Personal working in the area should be careful about the hazard check draft and use proper personal protective while climbing the primary reformer decks 5 BFW Reforming area has steam generation network and Boiler feed water is used to produce steam, BFW being used is of high temperature. Any person exposed to high temperature BFW will get serious burns. Proper Personal protective must be used while working at steam generators and BFW circuits. 6 Leaks Hydrogen and ammonia leaks can frequently be controlled sufficiently to enable operators to shut off control valves, by directing water hose stream on the leak. In severe Ammonia leaks large volumes of water are needed. Warn all employees in the area in which the leaks occur and in the surrounding area which may be affected. Remove or control the possible sources of ignition. In cases where leaking point cannot be isolated use large volumes of water played directly on the leaks and maintain contact unit the contents have been discharged and the vessel or line is depressurized. 7 Mercury Mercury (from thermometers, Manometers etc) should never be allowed to come in contact with ammonia due to the formation of explosive compounds. Get the area cleaned immediately in case of a mercury spill.
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8 Electricity An electrical work permit to be obtained before any work is to be performed on any electrical circuit. The electrical power source should be turned off and lock out tag out procedure to be strictly followed Stay in contact with your shift supervisor and Shift Co-coordinator to ensure that Correct power source or breaker has been turned off / disconnected / locked an properly tagged. Work permit procedure and lock out tag out procedures to be followed strictly. An incident will be recorded if electrical job found in progress without wok permit, proper authorization and proper isolation. 9 Catalysts Several catalysts are used in the area in Primary reformer, secondary reformer, desulfurizer pre-reformer, HTSC and LTSC. Dust from these catalysts is a serious health hazard Special care must be taken and proper personal protectives must be used while working with the catalysts. Catalysts are Pyrophoric also such materials will burn spontaneously in the presence of oxygen. Catalysts in the vessels are in reduced state and when they are exposed to oxygen a violent reaction occurs which is exothermic and produces heat. A fire could result causing serious injury to personal working in the area and damage to the equipment special precautions must be taken while removing any catalyst from vessel or opening up nay catalyst vessel. There might be migration of catalyst dust to the catalyst vessel downstream equipment and piping Any such build in the downstream circuits should also be watched while opening up to atmosphere for repairs or inspection. Hydro Processing Catalyst (TK-261) Safety Profile: it is odor less Non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are NiO (1- 3%), MoO3 (7-13%) and Al2O3 (80-90%). insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Product contains Nickel oxide which is carcinogenic and it has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention Sulphur Absorption Catalyst (HTZ-5) Safety Profile: it is odor less non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are 99- 100% ZnO. Insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. It has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention
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Sulphur Absorption Catalyst (ST-101) Safety Profile: it is odor less non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are 99- 100% ZnO. Insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Product contains Zinc oxide which is carcinogenic and it has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention Steam Reforming Catalyst (R-67-7H) Safety Profile: it is odor less non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are NiO (15-20%), MgO (20-25%) and Al2O3 (55-60%).Insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Nickel and Nickel Oxide compounds are carcinogenic in nature. Product contains Nickel Oxide which is very toxic and has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention Steam Reforming Catalyst (RKS-2) Safety Profile: it is odor less non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are NiO (7- 13%), MgO (25-30%) and Al2O3 (60-70%).Insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Nickel and Nickel Oxide compounds are carcinogenic in nature. Product contains Nickel Oxide which is very toxic and has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention High Temperature Shift Catalyst (SK-201-2) Safety Profile: it is odor less non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are Fe2O3 (80-90%), Cr2O3 (8-13%) and CuO (1-2%).Insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Nickel and Nickel Oxide compounds are carcinogenic in nature. Product contains Nickel Oxide which is very toxic and has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention DOCUMENT CODE SAF-WI-IMS-11 REV. # 00 REV. DATE 07/01/2014 PAGE 7 of 15
Low Temperature Shift Catalyst (LSK) Safety Profile: it is odor less non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are Cr2O3 (40-50%), CuO (15-20%) , ZnO (25-35%).Insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Nickel and Nickel Oxide compounds are carcinogenic in nature. Product contains Nickel Oxide which is very toxic and has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention
5.0 CATACARB AREA HAZARDS
Sr.No Hazards Involved Description 1 Catacarb Solution Catacarb solution is mixture of different chemicals which is used to remove carbon di-oxide from the process gas.It is basic and corrosive in nature. Use proper PPES while handling it. POTASSIUM CARBONATE (K2CO3) Safety Profile: Potassium carbonate is white deliquescent granular or translucent powder with alkaline. It is non flammable, Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause irritation Taste. Precautions: Avoid skin contact- use rubber gloves, chemical splash suit. Avoid eye contact use goggles. Avoid inhalation use dust mask. First Aid: In case of skin contact- immediately brush off any powder and wash with water. In case of Eye Contact wash with plenty of water. In case of Inhalation blow nose clean and wash nostrils. CATACARB 400 Safety Profile: it is proprietary mixture (organic) used in Catacarb.it Can explode if heated under confinement. Hot organic Chemical vapors may spontaneously ignite or explode when mixed with air, even at temperature below their published auto ignition temperature. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause irritation. Precautions: Wear PPEs and portative equipments, handling in adequate ventilation; dont breathe vapor mist or dust. Do not get in eyes on skin or clothing. Dont swallow. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. After handling this product wash hands before eating, drinking or smoking. if contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing First Aid: In case of skin contact- Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 min while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of Eye Contact Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart to ensure flushing of entire surface. In case of Inhalation Moved to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. Ingestion ingestion may cause pain, severe irritation, burns, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, internal bleeding, coma and even death.
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Vanadium Pent oxide (V2O5) Safety Profile: It is non combustible, odorless orange powder. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort, Avoid breathing dust. Overexposure can cause lung disease or asthma, headache and dry cough Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Use rubber gloves, chemical resistant suit and SCBA. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: In case of Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of warm water. Remove contaminant clothing. Inhalation- If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air and consult with FFL Medical Centre. Ingestion In case of ingestion seek medical attention CATACARB De- foamer WBU
Safety Profile: it is proprietary mixture (organic) used in Catacarb as Anti-Foamig agent. Use water to cool containers exposed to fire. a direct stream of water cause foaming. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause irritation. Precautions: Wear PPEs and portative equipments, handling in adequate ventilation; wash thoroughly after handling. Do not get in eye skin contact. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Dont swallow. Keep heat, fire and spark away. For industrial use only. Emptied contains product residues (vapor, liquid) all labeled hazard precautions must be observed. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. After handling this product wash hands before eating, drinking or smoking. If contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing. First Aid: In case of skin contact- Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 min while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of Eye Contact immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart to ensure flushing of entire surface. In case of Inhalation Moved to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. Ingestion If swallowed dont induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Dilute stomach content by drinking water. Never gave anything by mouth to unconscious person. 2 Steam Area comprises a network of steam and steam consumer vessels. Steam is also used for the operation of different steam turbines. There are many steam headers of different pressures. Steam system operates at every high temperature. There is a risk of burns if exposed to high temperature and high pressure steam. Area operators are advised to use special precautions and protective against this hazard. Do not touch the naked steam piping. Use PPE while taking samples and operating or attending maintenance activities at steam. 3 Electricity An electrical work permit to be obtained before any work is to be performed on any electrical circuit. The electrical power source should be turned off and lock out tag out procedure to be strictly followed Stay in contact with your shift supervisor and Shift Co-coordinator to ensure that Correct power source or breaker has been turned off / disconnected / locked an properly tagged. Work permit procedure and lock out tag out procedures to be followed strictly. An incident will be recorded if electrical job found in progress without wok permit, proper authorization and proper isolation.
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4 Nitrogen Nitrogen is inert gas used for purging equipment It is not poisonous or flammable but care must be exercised when working on equipment that is being purged. Adequate ventilation must be provided or appropriate breathing devices worn. To breath an atmosphere high in nitrogen could result in suffocation and death. Before entering vessels that have been purged with nitrogen a check must be made for proper oxygen concentration and an entry tape must be cleared. 5 Hydrogen The area contains huge quantities of Hydrogen. Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas and it is present at high pressure in the Unit. Hydrogen leaks are not easily seen and care must be taken when working around equipment that contains hydrogen. Hydrogen has the ability to auto ignite so an outside ignition source is not necessary. Burning hydrogen is very difficult to see. If a leak is suspected the operator must move carefully so as not to come in contact with it. The leak and explosively testing should be carried out regularly by the operator to avoid a potential fire hazard in the area. Explosively should be checked at and around the work place before allowing any hot work. Steam should be applied immediately at the point where leak is suspected to dilute the explosive mixture. If such detected inform shift supervisor and shift coordinator immediately. 6 Carbon Di-oxide Safety Profile: it is Colorless, odor less and non flammable gas. A simple asphyxiate gas. As an inert gas, it has no specific inherent dangerous properties. Gases of this type have no specific toxicity effect, but they act by excluding oxygen form the lungs. Precautions: Never enter a confined space / vessel without first satisfying all the requirements of the confined space entry certificate. Use self contained breathing apparatus when entering vessels that contain high concentration of CO2. First Aid: Inhalation a victim overcome by carbon dioxide must be removed to fresh air immediately and referred to the FFCL medical centre. If the victims breathing has stopped begin artificial respiration. 7 NICKEL CARBONYAL (Ni(CO)4
Safety Profile: it is Colorless, potentially fatal if inhaled volatile liquid. Severe fire and explosion hazard. Vapors are heavier than air and may ignite at distance form source and flash back. Vapor and air mixture are explosive. First Aid: In case of eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. In case of skin Contact quickly wash with soap and plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. If inhaled; immediately move from contaminated area; give artificial breathing if not breathing. If Ingested: move to fresh air, if vomiting keep head lower than hips to prevent aspiration. If person is unconscious turn head to side and Immediately Refer to FFCL medical Center.
8 Catalysts Methanation catalyst is used in methanator to increase the rate of methanation of CO and CO2
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Methanation Catalyst (PK-7R)
Safety Profile: it is odor less Non-combustible solid. Product Ingredients are Ni (25- 30%), NiO (1-5%) and Al2O3 (60-70%). Insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Product contains Nickel oxide which is carcinogenic and it has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention
6.0 SYNTHESIS AREA HAZARDS
Sr.No Hazards Involved Description 1 Hydrogen The area contains huge quantities of Hydrogen. Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas and it is present at high pressure in the Unit. Hydrogen leaks are not easily seen and care must be taken when working around equipment that contains hydrogen. Hydrogen has the ability to auto ignite so an outside ignition source is not necessary. Burning hydrogen is very difficult to see. If a leak is suspected the operator must move carefully so as not to come in contact with it. The leak and explosively testing should be carried out regularly by the operator to avoid a potential fire hazard in the area. Explosively should be checked at and around the work place before allowing any hot work. Steam should be applied immediately at the point where leak is suspected to dilute the explosive mixture. If such detected inform shift supervisor and shift coordinator immediately. 2 Explosive Mixture Process and equipment in the area contain explosive gases Hydrogen Methane and ammonia. Explosive Mixtures can exist when ever air or oxygen is in present in the system. During startup purging procedures must be followed closely. All equipment must be air free before hydrocarbons can be allowed into the system. Follow the proper purging procedures for commissioning of the system with Hydrocarbons. 3 Nitrogen Nitrogen is inert gas used for purging equipment It is not poisonous or flammable but care must be exercised when working on equipment that is being purged. Adequate ventilation must be provided or appropriate breathing devices worn. To breath an atmosphere high in nitrogen could result in suffocation and death. Before entering vessels that have been purged with nitrogen a check must be made for proper oxygen concentration and an entry tape must be cleared.
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4 Steam Area comprises a large network of steam generation and steam consumer vessels and piping steam is being produced and superheated in this area and is consumed for reforming process Steam is also used for the operation of different steam turbines. There are many steam headers of different pressures. Steam system operates at every high temperature. There is a risk of burns if exposed to high temperature and high pressure steam. Area operators are advised to use special precautions and protective against this hazard Do not touch the naked steam piping Use PPE while taking samples and operating or attending maintenance activities at steam. 5 Leaks Ammonia synthesized in synthesis section as well as anhydrous ammonia is used as a refrigerant in refrigeration section. Ammonia is a toxic gas under ambient conditions. Many parts of a refrigeration section contain ammonia liquefied under pressure. Releases of ammonia have the potential for harmful effects on workers and the public. If the ammonia is under pressure, risk of exposure increases since larger quantities of the refrigerant have the potential for rapid release into the air. Also, some explosions have been attributed to releases of ammonia contaminated with lubricating oil. 6 Ammonia Safety Profile: It is Colorless, combustible gas (when escaping from a pressurized system may appear as white plume).Extremely pungent odor, liquefied by compression. Very soluble in water. In case of contact can cause irritation to skin, eyes and upper respiratory tract; headache, nausea. Inhalation of vapors may be fatal by causing glottis to spasm and suffocation. Can have delayed effect after moderate exposure. Precautions: In case of Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water. Do not apply any ointments. First Aid: If in contact with clothing, immediately remove contaminated clothing and get under shower or any other source of water. Take care of attached skin (if any) due to cryogenic action of ammonia.
7 Perlite It is cold insulation material used in cold box. Safety Profile: It is white to off white granules, no odor. Visual only (dust), No gas, vapors, or mist emitted. Perlite is a naturally occurring mineral. In itself it is not a toxic mineral. This material presents little threat for human health provided that the standards of industrial hygiene. Precautions: The use of engineering measure (e.g. local dust extraction) is recommended to provide effective dust control in order to ensure compliance with the current Occupational Exposure Limits. First Aid: The product is not primary irritant but eye contact may cause irritation due to abrasion so rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes. The product is not primary irritant but persistent skin contact may cause irritation due to abrasion. Excessive inhalation of product dust may give rise to temporary irritation of the respiratory DOCUMENT CODE SAF-WI-IMS-11 REV. # 00 REV. DATE 07/01/2014 PAGE 12 of 15
tract, as with any powders.
Electricity An electrical work permit to be obtained before any work is to be performed on any electrical circuit. The electrical power source should be turned off and lock out tag out procedure to be strictly followed Stay in contact with your shift supervisor and Shift Co-coordinator to ensure that Correct power source or breaker has been turned off / disconnected / locked an properly tagged. Work permit procedure and lock out tag out procedures to be followed strictly. An incident will be recorded if electrical job found in progress without wok permit, proper authorization and proper isolation. 9 Catalysts Catalyst is used in ammonia convertor that increases the ammonia synthesis reaction. S-300 Ammonia Convertor Catalyst (KM1- R)
Safety Profile: Faint Smelly Ammonia in Solid, insoluble in water however leaching may occurs. Product Ingredients are Fe (90-95%), Fe2O3 (1-4%), CaO (1-4%), K2O (0- 1%) and Al2O3 (1-4%).Contact with water may cause self heating and formation of hydrogen; contact with air above 100C may cause self heating. Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact may cause irritation and discomfort. Product is very toxic and has long term adverse effects on aquatic environment. Precautions: Dont wash spills into water ways, collect by vacuuming and place in labeled containers for proper disposal. Avoid handling method creating excessive dust. Use hygienic methods, dont eat and drink while handling this compound. First Aid: Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water with soap. Remove contaminant clothing. If dust is inhaled, Move to fresh air. In case of ingestion seek medical attention
7.0 COMPRESSOR AREA HAZARDS Sr.No Hazards Involved Description 1 Hydrogen The area contains huge quantities of Hydrogen. Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas and it is present at high pressure in the Unit. Hydrogen leaks are not easily seen and care must be taken when working around equipment that contains hydrogen. Hydrogen has the ability to auto ignite so an outside ignition source is not necessary. Burning hydrogen is very difficult to see. If a leak is suspected the operator must move carefully so as not to come in contact with it. The leak and explosively testing should be carried out regularly by the operator to avoid a potential fire hazard in the area. Explosively should be checked at and around the work place before allowing any hot work. Steam should be applied immediately at the point where leak is suspected to dilute the explosive mixture. If such detected inform shift supervisor and shift coordinator immediately. 2 Mercury Mercury (from thermometers, Manometers etc ) should never be allowed to come in contact with ammonia due to the formation of explosive compounds. Get the area cleaned immediately in case of a mercury spill.
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3 Nitrogen Nitrogen is inert gas used for purging equipment It is not poisonous or flammable but care must be exercised when working on equipment that is being purged. Adequate ventilation must be provided or appropriate breathing devices worn. To breath an atmosphere high in nitrogen could result in suffocation and death. Before entering vessels that have been purged with nitrogen a check must be made for proper oxygen concentration and an entry tape must be cleared. 4 Steam Area comprises a large network of steam. Steam is used for heating purpose as well as the operation of different steam turbines. There are many steam headers of different pressures. Steam system operates at every high temperature. There is a risk of burns if exposed to high temperature and high pressure steam. Area operators are advised to use special precautions and protective against this hazard Do not touch the naked steam piping Use PPE while taking samples and operating or attending maintenance activities at steam. 5 Electricity An electrical work permit to be obtained before any work is to be performed on any electrical circuit. The electrical power source should be turned off and lock out tag out procedure to be strictly followed Stay in contact with your shift supervisor and Shift Co-coordinator to ensure that Correct power source or breaker has been turned off / disconnected / locked an properly tagged. Work permit procedure and lock out tag out procedures to be followed strictly. An incident will be recorded if electrical job found in progress without wok permit, proper authorization and proper isolation. 6 Ammonia Safety Profile: It is Colorless, combustible gas (when escaping from a pressurized system may appear as white plume).Extremely pungent odor, liquefied by compression. Very soluble in water. In case of contact can cause irritation to skin, eyes and upper respiratory tract; headache, nausea. Inhalation of vapors may be fatal by causing glottis to spasm and suffocation. Can have delayed effect after moderate exposure. Precautions: In case of Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water. Do not apply any ointments. First Aid: If in contact with clothing, immediately remove contaminated clothing and get under shower or any other source of water. Take care of attached skin (if any) due to cryogenic action of ammonia. 7 Explosive Mixture Process and equipment in the area contain explosive gases Hydrogen Methane and ammonia. Explosive Mixtures can exist when ever air or oxygen is in present in the system. During startup purging procedures must be followed closely. All equipment must be air free before hydrocarbons can be allowed into the system.
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8.0 STORAGE AREA HAZARDS
Sr.No Hazards Involved Description 1 Ammonia Safety Profile: It is Colorless, combustible gas (when escaping from a pressurized system may appear as white plume).Extremely pungent odor, liquefied by compression. Very soluble in water. In case of contact can cause irritation to skin, eyes and upper respiratory tract; headache, nausea. Inhalation of vapors may be fatal by causing glottis to spasm and suffocation. Can have delayed effect after moderate exposure. Precautions: In case of Eye contact-hold eyelids open and immediately wash eyes with clean water for minimum 15 minutes. Prompt irrigation of the eyes with clean water prevents serious eye injury. In case of Skin Contact quickly wash with plenty of water. Do not apply any ointments. First Aid: If in contact with clothing, immediately remove contaminated clothing and get under shower or any other source of water. Take care of attached skin (if any) due to cryogenic action of ammonia. 2 Ammonia Storage Tank Releases of ammonia have the potential for harmful effects on workers and the public. A larger quantity of ammonia is stored in storage tank in this area. 3 Nitrogen Nitrogen is inert gas used for purging equipment It is not poisonous or flammable but care must be exercised when working on equipment that is being purged. Adequate ventilation must be provided or appropriate breathing devices worn. To breath an atmosphere high in nitrogen could result in suffocation and death. Before entering vessels that have been purged with nitrogen a check must be made for proper oxygen concentration and an entry tape must be cleared. 4 Electricity An electrical work permit to be obtained before any work is to be performed on any electrical circuit. The electrical power source should be turned off and lock out tag out procedure to be strictly followed Stay in contact with your shift supervisor and Shift Co-coordinator to ensure that Correct power source or breaker has been turned off / disconnected / locked an properly tagged. Work permit procedure and lock out tag out procedures to be followed strictly. An incident will be recorded if electrical job found in progress without wok permit, proper authorization and proper isolation. 5 Steam Area comprises a large network of LLP steam. Steam is used for heating purpose. Steam system operates at every high temperature. There is a risk of burns if exposed to high temperature and high pressure steam. Area operators are advised to use special precautions and protective against this hazard .Do not touch the naked steam piping Use PPE while taking samples and operating or attending maintenance activities at steam. DOCUMENT CODE SAF-WI-IMS-11 REV. # 00 REV. DATE 07/01/2014 PAGE 15 of 15
6 Mercury Safety Profile: This product is a clear, volatile, flammable liquid. Has a slight alcoholic odor. Highly flammable. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. The product causes irritation of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Methanol can cause blindness. Causes headache, drowsiness or other effects to the central nervous system. Do not allow product to contact skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapors. Precautions: In case of spill or other release use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition. Stop flow of material, if this is without risk. First Aid: In case of skin contact - Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Call a physician immediately. In case of eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately. Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapors. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen, provided a qualified operator is available. Call a physician immediately.
9.0 DISTRIBUTION LIST:
Original : Unit Manger Copy # 1 : CCR-1 Copy # 2 : Area