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Management of change
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| MOC management of change | A formal process to evaluate and control modifications to equipment, processes or procedures. |
| COMAH 2015 | UK regs 2015 for high risk sites to prevent disasters like chemical leaks or explosions |
| HAZOPS | hazard and operability study- A structured method to ID risks in processes by asking what if questions |
| LOPA | Layers of Protection Analysis- A risk assessment tool that checks if safety barriers e.g alarms and valves are strong enough |
| P&ID | Piping and instrumental diagram- A detailed drawing showing how equipment and safety systems connect in a plant |
| Competent person | Someone with the right skills/knowledge to approve change (defined by UK law) |
| what is effective management of change | A structured approach to safely evaluate, approve and implement modifications to equipment, processes or procedures |
| why have an MOC system? | required by UK law COMAH 2015 and HSG254 guidelines mandate a formal system for managing modifications in high risk industries |
| Risk assessment methods | techniques like HAZOPS are used to systematically evaluate potential risks before changes are approved. |
| why it matters | poor change control was key factor in Buncefield 2005 explosion where unassessed modifications led to catastrophy |
| hazard and risk analysis | legal requirement under HASAWA 1974 and COMAH 2015 employers must assess risks before making changes |
| methods used | HAZOP studies LOPA and other tools to help predict unintended comsequences |
| Authorisation by competent persons | Two tier approval- technical experts review for feasibility, while senior managers must sign off high risk changes. safety critical equipment |
| legal basis | management of health and safety at work regulations 1999 defines competent persons who must oversee modifications |
| legal duty | COMAH 2015 schedule 4 requires detailed documentation including P&ID and operating mamuals |
| legal requirement on consultation | HASWA 1974 section 2 requires consultation with employees on safety matters |
| methods of consultation can be: | toolbox talks, safety briefings, and training updates |
| legal duty when changes take place and training | under HASAWA employers must provide adequate training when changes affect safety. reducing human error |