Planned Shutdown, Critical Activities, Isolation, Start-up & Commissioning

Start Date End Date Venue Fees (US $)
14 Jun 2026 Dubai, UAE $ 3,900 Register
25 Oct 2026 Riyadh, KSA $ 3,900 Register

Planned Shutdown, Critical Activities, Isolation, Start-up & Commissioning

Introduction

Planned shutdowns are an essential part of maintaining process plant equipment, ensuring safety, and upgrading systems. This Planned Shutdown, Critical Activities, Isolation, Start-up & Commissioning training course provides participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively plan, manage, and execute shutdowns, isolations, and start-up activities. The course covers key activities involved in planned shutdowns, including risk assessment, isolation procedures, troubleshooting, start-up, and commissioning processes. Participants will also learn about the challenges associated with managing shutdowns and the best practices for ensuring safety, efficiency, and minimizing downtime.

Objectives

    By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

    • Develop a structured approach for planning and executing process plant shutdowns
    • Master isolation techniques for safe equipment handling and operational safety
    • Troubleshoot problems encountered during shutdowns and start-up phases
    • Learn best practices for efficient start-up and commissioning processes
    • Implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance future shutdown management

Training Methodology

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Plant Managers and Supervisors
  • Process Engineers
  • Maintenance Engineers
  • Commissioning Engineers
  • Operators involved in shutdown and start-up operations

Course Outline

Day 1: Strategic Shutdown Planning and Risk Management

  • Steps in planning a plant shutdown: work scope definition and resource planning
  • Risk assessment methodologies and developing a risk management plan
  • Critical path analysis and scheduling for effective shutdown execution

Day 2: Isolation Techniques and Critical Shutdown Activities

  • Safe isolation procedures for process equipment: valve isolations, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and double-block-and-bleed systems
  • Managing critical shutdown activities: inspection, cleaning, and system checks
  • Legal and regulatory requirements for equipment isolation and shutdown activities

Day 3: Troubleshooting During Shutdown and Isolation

  • Identifying common issues during shutdown: equipment failure, maintenance delays, and material shortages
  • Techniques for diagnosing and resolving equipment issues during shutdown
  • Case studies of troubleshooting critical equipment during shutdown and isolation

Day 4: Start-up and Commissioning: Best Practices for Success

  • Pre-commissioning inspections and tests: system integrity checks, cleaning, and flushing
  • Managing the start-up process: equipment validation, testing, and performance monitoring
  • Handling operational challenges during start-up and ensuring smooth transitions to normal operations

Day 5: Post-Commissioning Review and Continuous Improvement

  • Performance benchmarking after start-up and key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Conducting post-commissioning safety audits and reliability assessments
  • Developing continuous improvement strategies for future shutdowns and start-ups

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