Offshore Risk Assessment Vol. 2: Principles, Modelling and Applications of QRA Studies

Description

This is the first textbook to address quantified risk assessment (QRA) as specifically applied to offshore installations and operations. As the second part of the two-volume updated and expanded fourth edition, it adds a new focus on the recent development of Normally Unattended Installations (NUIs), which are essentially autonomous installations that combine digitalization, big data, drones and machine learning, and can be supported by W2W (walk-to-work) vessels. These minimalistic installations with no helideck and very limited safety systems will require a new approach to risk assessment and emergency planning, especially during manned periods involving W2W vessels. Separate chapters analyse the main hazards for offshore structures: fire, explosion, collision, and falling objects, as well as structural and marine hazards. The book explores possible simplifications of risk assessment for traditional manned installations. Risk mitigation and control are also discussed, as well as how the results of quantitative risk assessment studies should be presented. In closing, the book provides an updated approach to environmental risk assessment. The book offers a comprehensive reference guide for academics and students of marine/offshore risk assessment and management. It will also be of interest to professionals in the industry, as well as contractors, suppliers, consultants and regulatory authorities. Front Matter ....Pages i-xxxiv Front Matter ....Pages 1-1 Methodology for Quantified Risk Assessment (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 3-59 Analysis Techniques (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 61-144 Presentation of Risk Results from QRA Studies (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 145-164 Evaluation of Personnel Risk Levels (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 165-199 Environmental Risk Analysis (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 201-223 Approach to Risk Based Design (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 225-252 Risk Based Emergency Response Planning (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 253-270 Front Matter ....Pages 271-271 Use of Risk Analysis During the Operations Phase (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 273-310 Management of Risk and Emergency Preparedness for Future NUI Production Concepts (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 311-350 Use of Risk Indicators for Major Hazard Risk (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 351-402 Barrier Management for Major Hazard Risk (Jan-Erik Vinnem, Willy Røed)....Pages 403-417 Back Matter ....Pages 419-484