HazOp analysis is a powerful hazard identification technique in the manufacturing industry, but complex organizations often struggle to integrate safety and operations synergically in this kind of study. However, HazOp can include further topics that are not typically considered in this methodology, and it also proves to be a powerful tool to promote involvement and awareness across departments. The HazOp study originated in the early 1960s at ICI, and over the years it has become the main hazard identification technique in the process industry. Its advantage stems from a systematic and rigorous approach, which allows companies to gain insight into safety and operational issues. The approach can be tailored to specific client/project requirements and is easily applicable to various types of manufacturing plants.
