This presentation will speak about how to develop a model team that provides a set of competencies and skills that were not part of the organization’s Structure over the span of 5 years. The end result is a high-reliability organization that is focused on 3 values: Commitment, Collaboration, and Excellence. One of the main pillars that this organizational unit for process safety is built upon, is digital transformation. This presentation outlines how digital transformation can help in the implementation of process safety systems in the oil and gas industry.

Jawad Akbar (Author/Presenter)

Team Leader Process Safety Management (North Kuwait)

Kuwait Oil Company (KOC)

Jawad Akbar is the Process Safety Management Team Leader of North Kuwait Oil Company (KOC). Graduate Engineer in the Science of Chemical Engineering from Leeds University (UK) in 1999. Has 24 Years of experience in the field of HSE, Inspection and Corrosion, Engineering, Planning, and Process Safety in upstream oil and gas production (both onshore and offshore). Was responsible for the development and implementation of management systems and processes related to HSE, Integrity Management, and Process Safety in collaboration with International Oil Companies (IOC’s). Has 7 years of experience in leadership positions.

Effective Functional Safety Management complements an aggregated safety system by providing a structured approach to mitigate risks across units, plants, sites, and regions. While an aggregated safety system offers a holistic view of safety performance, Functional Safety Management, such as Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), ensures that critical safety functions operate effectively in real-time to prevent hazardous events. This alignment allows for a proactive stance in identifying and addressing risks, particularly in today's dynamic business environment where traditional methods like Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) may fall short. By integrating Functional Safety measures within the aggregated safety system, companies can enhance their ability to manage risks through techniques like avoidance, reduction, sharing, and retention. Functional Safety methods, such as those outlined in Process Safety Management (PSM) frameworks, provide a robust foundation for risk mitigation, complementing the real-time risk management enabled by new technologies and digital transformation. Effective Functional Safety Management becomes even more crucial due to emerging challenges like cybersecurity threats and sustainability requirements. It ensures that safety protocols remain resilient in the face of evolving risks and regulatory demands. Additionally, Functional Safety methods align with the advocated shift towards an integrated dynamic risk management system, enabling companies to collect real-time safety data, utilize analytics for actionable insights, and employ virtual models (digital twins) for simulations and performance benchmarking. In conclusion, an effective Functional Safety Management framework complements an aggregated safety system by providing the necessary structure and tools to address risks comprehensively in today's industrial landscape. By integrating Functional Safety practices with broader safety strategies, companies can enhance safety practices, operational efficiency, and overall sustainability in industrial settings.

Tino Vande Capelle (Author/Presenter)

Senior Functional Safety Expert

GM International srl

Director

TVC Functional Safety Services FZ LLC

Tino was educated in Belgium where he gained qualifications in Automation & Critical Control Systems.
During his 30+ years career in the process industry performing technical HW & SW Engineering, Process
Control Engineering, Troubleshooting, and Field Instrumentation. He is a Senior Functional Safety Expert
(#109/05) & accredited Trainer for the SIS program of TÜV Rheinland and is a Senior Member of ISA.
He finds purpose in sharing his knowledge and learning from others while providing Functional Safety
training in IEC61508 & IEC61511. He has published many papers and magazine articles and is
frequently sought after for seminars and presentations based on his internationally recognized passion
and mastery of the subject matter.

In this paper, we review why there is a need not just for persistent monitoring and validation of critical safety KPIs at an individual safety-related system level, but an aggregate view of safety performance across units, plants, sites, and even regions. Can providing a holistic view of risk at the enterprise layer be the answer to eliminating the events that jeopardize a more sustainable performance and future? New technologies and Digital Transformation enable operator companies to control and manage their process safety risks in real or near-real time. Imagine something like a process safety risk meter: a digital device that collects, analyzes, and provides data from processes, equipment assets, and protection layers. In essence, this tool would allow visualization of past, present, and future operating risks so decision-makers can make better, faster operating and business decisions in real-time. As the world and global economy become more digital, market changes and pressures are becoming more dynamic. First, the speed of business continues to increase at a remarkable rate, which means business risks and variables, everything from fluctuating energy and feedstock costs to cybersecurity threats, are changing almost daily. Second, global policy initiatives and regulations that strive to create a more sustainable world mean companies now need to operate more efficiently, reliably, and safely than ever. But despite the trends driving a more dynamic operating and business environment, many companies still rely on static process hazard analysis—PHA—to identify and evaluate their process safety risks. While it's a trusted and reliable approach, PHA does not meet the needs of today's real-time business environment. Identifying, mitigating, and managing business, operating, and environmental risks in real-time or near-real-time has become essential for short- and long-term success. With that in mind, it is time to revisit risk-management strategies, particularly the strategies used to mitigate process safety risks and explore how they can help you optimize your operations for a more sustainable performance.

Mohamed Rashed (Author/Presenter)

Technical Sales Consultant - Process Safety CFSE

Schneider Electric

Mohamed Rashed is a Technical Sales Consultant at Schneider Electric, specializing in Process Safety. With over 20 years of experience in Process Automation Engineering, he has a profound understanding of process safety and control principles. Mohamed’s expertise enables him to deliver customized technical solutions to clients within the industrial sector. He has honed his ability to effectively convey intricate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of implementing process safety solutions. Mohamed is passionate about cultivating enduring client partnerships and ensuring top-tier technical support and guidance for every client. He is committed to fostering a safety-first mindset, utilizing Schneider Electric’s leading Triconex safety systems, and introducing innovative digital process safety solutions that go beyond expectations, ultimately driving positive change.