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17 articles for “Fire risk assessment”
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Fire Risk Assessment and Safety Improvement Strategies in Industrial Facilities: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Fire incidents in industrial facilities continue to pose significant threats to human life, infrastructure, production continuity, and the environment despite continuous advancements in industrial safety practices. The increasing complexity of manufacturing processes, the widespread use of flammable materials, and the integration of automated systems have intensified the need for systematic fire risk assessment and effective safety management. This review paper examines the major sources of fire hazards in industrial environments, …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 36–47 Read article
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ASSESSING RISKS OF FIRE ITS CONSEQUENCE MODELLING AND DETECTION SYSTEMS FOR OFFSHORE INDUSTRIES
Abstract: Offshore industries are well recognized all over the world for its complex conditions, geometry, robustness, and rigidness. A small mistake can immediately escalate to catastrophe, of all the accidents reported till date fire is the most frequently reported one. Major accidents like the Deepwater Horizon, piper alpha has taught entire crude industry a lesson on how important it is to prevent fire occurrence. therefore, it is necessary to study fire …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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The Assessment of Electric Vehicle Fire Risk Using the Failure Tree Analysis
Abstract: With the global shift toward sustainable transportation, the widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is rapidly becoming a reality, largely driven by growing environmental awareness and concerns over climate change. However, alongside this transition comes a set of emerging challenges, most notably, the increasing incidence of EV-related fire hazards, which have attracted significant public and media scrutiny. This situation highlights the urgent need for a detailed and systematic approach to …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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Risk Assessment and Consequences Modeling of Pool Fire of Bulk Storage Crude in Tank Farm
Abstract: Crude oil storage areas pose a range of hazards, including BLEVE, UVCE, POOL FIRE, JET FIRE, and more. To gain insights into potential scenario during storage and flow, annual reports, case studies, and research papers from past years were examined. Findings from this analysis can aid in promoting a safe and healthy work environment by enabling hazard identification, risk assessment, and calculation of consequences at CTF. Specifically, our project focuses …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Fire Safety in Healthcare Facilities: An Indian Perspective
Abstract: Fire protection and safety measures in hospitals are of utmost importance to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. Due to the patients' limited mobility, hospitals are more susceptible to fire disasters. Short-circuits, basements being used as storehouse, inappropriate storage of flammable liquids, improper power supply load, false ceiling panel lined with thermocol, faulty electric wirings, and overheating leading to burning of wires are some of the common causes …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Evaluation and Analysis of Fire load in Storage Facility of Manufacturing Industry
Abstract: In recent years, industrial and residential fire is drawing more and more concerns. According to official government data, there have been numerous fire accidents in the industrial sector, leading to both casualties and significant property damage. Of particular concern are certain buildings in the pharmaceutical industry where large quantities of highly flammable and toxic substances are stored in confined spaces. This paper aims to examine the amount of flammable and …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Assessment of Fire and Life Safety in Rural Settlements in India
Abstract: Fire incidents pose a significant threat to life and property in rural India, particularly in residences. Despite strides in urban fire safety, rural areas continue to face frequent fire incidents, posing significant risks to lives and properties. This paper presents a thorough review of existing literature on fire safety assessment in rural Indian settlements focusing on unique vulnerabilities specific to this context. In rural settings, various factors contribute to the …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Review of Health and Safety Hazards in Oil and Gas Industry using HIRA Method
Abstract: Oil and gas industry has various types of hazards such as physical, chemical, biological, ergonomical, psychological. From the annual reports, case studies and research papers of previous years were analyzed for knowing the possible hazards during different activities in oil and gas industries. The result indicates change in control systems can develop healthy and safe environment at work place. Risk assessment is required on a daily basis in the oil …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Automatic Flame Detection and Tracking
Abstract: Recent advancements in independent robotics, embedded systems, and intelligent perception have appreciably improved the capability of firefighting robots designed for early fire detection, flame localization, and suppression. A broad range of studies explores vision-based and sensor-fusion techniques designed for reliable flame discovery in complex environments. Image-processing approaches—including adaptive edge-detection, infrared/thermal imaging, color-space analysis, and profound learning—are extensively implement to enhance real-time fire gratitude, even in the presence of smoke or …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Robotics and Automation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Hazards of Power Production-A comparative study
Abstract: Nuclear energy has played a major role in reducing the world's use of oil for electricity generation over the past decades. Current estimates are that uranium resources will last some 400 to 500 years at the present rate of use. This resource base could, furthermore, last some 50 times longer if breeder reactors are introduced. Of the main energy sources, namely coal, hydro and nuclear, nuclear can be even considered …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1-2, 2021 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Consequence Analysis, Vulnerability Mapping and Fuzzy Fault Tree Analysis for a Better Disaster Management in and Around Chemical Industrial Areas
Abstract: Chemical industries are prone to hazards like fire, explosion and toxic gas releases. Qualitative and quantitative hazard analyses are essential for the identification and quantification of the hazards associated with chemical industries. This study presents the results of a consequence analysis carried out to assess the damage potential of the hazardous material storages in an industrial area of central Kerala, India. These results are used for the estimation of individual …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Comparison of Hazard Potential of LPG Handling Units in GCU using Consequence Analysis
Abstract: The scope of this work was to quantitatively assess the risks involved in a section of a chemical process plant where LPG is produced using various consequence analysis models. The Gas Concentration Unit (GCU) was considered for the analysis as it produces a major portion of the LPG in a Petroleum Refinery. The Debutanizer, Stripper and HP (high pressure) Receiver, the three units which handle LPG, were considered for consequence …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 34–48 Read article
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Increasing Flood Resilience through Planning Practices in Heritage Cities: Case of Mandu, Madhya Pradesh
Abstract: Over the past few decades, India has witnessed various types of natural disasters with changing times such as wild fires, cyclones, earthquakes, floods, landslides etc. Out of which, flooding has severely affected different Indian states in past few decades. Various Government reports shows that between 1953 to 2011, floods have claimed on an average 1653 lives every year and the numbers have been increasing since then. Floods have eroded the …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 49–60 Read article
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Assessment of Indoor Air Pollutants with Special Reference to Particulate Phase Polyaromatic Hydrocarbon in Rural Villages
Abstract: Emissions from household stoves using traditional biomass fuels such as firewood, crop residue and animal dung could have a continuing contribution to air pollution and also have adverse health impacts due to emission of different toxic pollutants. The present study was carried out in 13 household kitchens in Thavarghatta located in Shimoga district to know the level of the total suspended particulate matter (TSPM) and particulate phase polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 38–45 Read article
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An Evaluation of the Risk and Safety Standards of some Fuel Stations in Tarkwa
Abstract: Fuel stations play a major role in the downstream sector of the oil and gas industry. However, their activities are associated with high risk of safety and environmental issues posing traits to fuel attendants, customers and immediate environs. Since 2007, Ghana has recorded numerous accidents at some fuel stations across the country claiming lives and unaccounted damages to assets due to inadequate knowledge of standardised safety policies and poor handling …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Evaluation of Emergency Response Plans in Industrial Environments Using Simulation Techniques
Abstract: Industrial facilities, particularly those in the chemical, manufacturing, and energy sectors, face significant hazards due to their complex operations and the handling of hazardous materials. Ensuring the safety of workers and minimizing the impact of incidents require robust and effective emergency response plans (ERPs). Traditional evaluation methods, such as drills and tabletop exercises, often fall short in replicating the complexities of real-world emergencies. These methods may lack the realism needed …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Evaluation of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Status in the Energypac Power Industry of Bangladesh
Abstract: Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) culture in Bangladesh is pivotal for fostering sustainable development and ensuring the well-being of its population. The aim of the study to assess the current Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards and practices, to analysis the existing legal and policy framework and to show the status of safety in the Energypac Power industry of Bangladesh. Data collection was selected using a Primary method (Questionnaire, Interview, …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 10–15 Read article