Hazards of Trapped Pressure and Vacuum 2005 Edition - BP Process Safety Series

Winner of Frank Lees Medal 2004 as the most meritorious publication on the topic of safety and loss prevention

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A member of the BP Process Safety Series developed as a complement to safety training, this text makes the perfect reference tool and training aid. The book 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.