Domino Effects in the Process Industries: Modelling, Prevention and Managing

Domino Effects in the Process Industries discusses state-of-the-art theories, conceptual models, insights and practical issues surrounding large-scale knock-on accidents—so-called domino effects—in the chemical and process industries. The book treats such extremely low-frequency phenomena from a technological perspective, studying possible causes and introducing several approaches to assess and control the risks of these scenarios. The authors also examine these events from a managerial viewpoint, discussing single and multi-plant management insights and requirements to take pro-active measures to prevent such events. Academics, regulators, and industrialists who study and analyze domino effects in order to prevent such events will find the book unique and highly valuable.

Outlines available methods in analyzing these events, aiding understanding of the accidents and their causesCovers current modelling, control and management tactics of domino effects, -facilitating preventionIdentifies areas where new research is needed

1. Historical background (Seveso legislation) and importance of academic research of domino effects 2. Relevant case-histories and analysis of past accidents 3. Features of escalation scenarios 4. 4 Overpressure effects 5. Heat radiation effects 6. Missile projection 7. Other causes of Domino Effect 8. Approaches to domino effect prevention and mitigation 9. Threshold-based approach 10. Quantitative risk assessment of domino accidents 11. Detailed studies 12. Managing domino effects from a design-based viewpoint 13. Managing domino effects from a safety viewpoint 14. Decision Support Systems for preventing domino effects

Conclusions Nomenclature Glossary

Annexes 1 tutorial for the main methodologies in section 3 1 tutorial for the main methodologies in section 4