The objective of this course is to introduce participants to the key concepts involved in the effective planning and execution of major plant shutdowns. By the end of the course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the best practices employed in managing plant shutdowns. This knowledge will enable them to enhance and upgrade their organization's shutdown management capabilities.

Course Objectives:

Participants attending the program will:

· To enhance the company’s turnaround management capabilities, and to ensure a team approach in the planning and execution of plant shutdowns and turnarounds

· Provide a comprehensive understanding of effective turnaround management techniques and implementation

· Create awareness of planning methods and an integrated organizational approach in the execution of successful turnarounds

· Incorporate latest developments in turnaround planning and management techniques and emerging industry trends

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for Maintenance Superintendents and Supervisors, Project Engineers, Maintenance Planners and Engineers, Shutdown Managers and coordinators, Technical Personnel, Maintenance Supervisors and Operations staff involved in Shutdowns.

Course Outlines:

Introduction

Definition
Premises
Turnaround vs. Construction Projects

Turnaround Planning

Phases of the Turnaround
The Steering committee
The Core Team
Budgeting
Turnaround Frequency
On Stream Inspection Techniques

Work Planning

The Planning process
The Work Breakdown Structure
Job Staffing
Turnaround Duration
Work Orders
Work Packages
Risk Management

Work Scheduling

Basic Scheduling Concepts
Logic
Constraint types
Network Diagrams
The Precedent Diagram Method
Program Evaluation & Technique Review
The Gantt Chart
Resource Levelling
Choosing the right program
Work scope control

Contracting

Types of contracts
Contractor selection
Bidding

Organization

Organization Structure
Key Performance Indicators
Logistics and site preparation
Waste management

Typical Operations Carried out during a Refinery Turnaround

Breaking containment of process lines or vessels
Entry into confined spaces
Change out of catalyst materials
Installation of new process equipment / removal of redundant equipment
Insulation removal and installation
Surface stripping and coating
Servicing of safety and control valves
Welding/repair of defects
Easy bolting

Turnaround responsibilities

Communication
Daily schedules
Quality
Progress reporting

Typical Equipment Work scope

Heaters
Vessels/Columns
Heat Exchangers
Rotating Equipment

Health and Safety Aspects

Safety planning
Work Permit System
Shut Down procedure and isolation
Preparation of the worksite
Gas testing
Preparation for hot & cold work
Preparation for confined space entry

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