An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Planned Shutdown, Critical Activities, Isolation, Start-up & Commissioning
Course Overview
Start Up and Commissioning of new plant and equipment presents both a major technical and management challenge. The overall goal of mechanical completion and commissioning is to verify and document that the system is designed and constructed to fulfill its purpose and specified requirements. Life cycle cost principles and safety should govern all decisions and actions during this critical period.
Early establishment of commissioning packages is essential for an orderly and effective project completion. The commissioning plan shall have maximum priority to enable reversed planning in all project phases. All fabrication and installation planning shall be system oriented. Mechanical completion, commissioning, FAT, Preservation and suppliers assistance requirements shall be identified with this program
The initial start-up of any plant, irrespective of size, type, or industry, is a unique occurrence. The necessity of building a commissioning plan is derived from Cost wise, as this will minimize the budget for commissioning activities that will be allocated for contractor. All Companies operation staff is normally involved from day one in engineering phase. If, however, the same team is also taking part in any phase of the commissioning, it will result in a successful project and a reduction in unexpected startup troubles.
This intensive training course gives the participants a full picture of how to prepare themselves to have influential involvement in the commissioning & start up phases. The training course declares the key roles & responsibilities of the commissioning manager & disciplines team leaders to overcome the combination of technical & management challenges existing in that critical phases.
In this GLOMACS training course, participants will learn:
- The key stages of the commissioning process
- How to balance the technical and management challenges of commissioning & Start up
- How to deal with machinery and equipment specific commissioning issues
- How to Manage Risks and solve the types of problems likely to occur during commissioning
- How to enhance the company’s turnaround management capabilities, and to ensure a team approach in the planning and execution of plant shutdowns and turnarounds
- To provide a comprehensive understanding of effective Shut down management techniques and implementation
Training Outline
DAY 1: Introduction to Start Up & Shutdown Operation and Methodology
- The startup Universal Process definition
- Terminology & Definitions
- Project life cycle
- Contracting Strategy
- Why to Effectively Manage Start-Up
- Avoiding start up delays & problems
- Start Up key dates
- Commissioning & start up flow process
- What Makes Commissioning and Plant Startup Difficult
DAY 2: Pre-commissioning & Mechanical Completion
- Organization & Roles
- Commissioning & Start up team organization & structure
- Startup task force responsibilities
- Commissioning & start up manger role
- Project planning & work breakdown structure
- The critical path method CPM
- Spare parts management process
- What is startup check list? & how to prepare a check list? Punch list preparation & filtering
- Inspecting pipe lines & plant facilities
- Commissioning tests & recommended practices
DAY 3: Shutdown / Turnaround Operations
- Introduction to Shut down and Turnaround Management
- The Shutdown Management Process
- Organization and Roles
- Plant Shutdown and Preparation for Maintenance
- Scope of Work Development and Work Breakdown Structures
- Preparation and Execution Issues
- Logistics, infrastructure and materials management
- Developing Shutdown and Turnaround Plans
- The Critical Path Planning Method
- Developing the overall Shutdown Plan
- Shut down Progress Monitoring and Control
DAY 4: Isolation & Critical Activities
- Types of Isolation
- Mechanical & Electrical isolation
- Isolation standards & techniques
- Documents necessary prior starting the plant isolation
- Confined space Entry requirements
- Pigging & smart pigging prior plant start up
DAY 5: Start-up & Initial Operation
- Utilities start up
- Process units start up
- Sources of problems during the startup operations
- Hazards associated with the startup operation
- Risks or Startup Faults
- Performance & acceptance testing
- Closed-Out Certificates
- Lining up the Plant facilities
- Coordination and Supervision during Start-up
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
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About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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