Power stations, waste-to-energy plants, petrochemical factories, oil & gas facilities, and utility tunnel networks, are all hazardous environments for maintenance workers to operate in.
Whether workers are repairing a furnace, conducting routine maintenance, or upgrading the facility, health hazards must be controlled, and the workplace must always remain compliant with HSE guidance and health and safety regulations.
When planning shutdown or turnaround maintenance, is it important to consider the following points:
- ASSESS the hazards created by the maintenance and repair works to fully understand the risks associated with your project.
- STOP hazards migrating and putting the health of those nearby at risk by sealing off the work area using an enclosure or containment unit, and by putting the work area under a negative pressure.
- PROTECT the maintenance team from dust, fumes, and other health hazards by following RVT’s 3C’s ® Methodology.
- PROVIDE ATEX Certified Equipment for workers based in a hazardous certified zone.
Failing to do so, will put your employees, and those nearby, in serious danger; and if a HSE inspector finds cause for concern, they will take stringent measures which might include temporary project shutdowns or heavy fines.
How can RVT Group support you?
RVT Group are a specialist hire company providing temporary solutions such as; dust control, fume extraction, ventilation, monitoring, confined space access equipment, noise barriers, climate control solutions and water treatment units.
We understand that every project and challenge is different, which is why we offer a unique consultative approach to ensure that you are supported at every step in your project; and that ultimately you receive an effective health-hazard control solution that is compliant with HSE guidance.
To learn more, download one of our hazard control guides:
Alternatively, you can contact RVT Group on 0808 178 3286 or submit an enquiry online at www.rvtgroup.co.uk.
