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Step Description of Task Control Measures/

Hazard Responsible
No. Step Preventive Measures

1. Planning Lack of Conduct a TBT to inform the workers of the tag &
Supervisor
Communication lock
Non-compliance Plan the work involving personnel responsible for
preparation (such as isolation, depressurization,
Energized Equipment draining, venting, flushing) of the equipment /
system to be purged.
Pressurized Fluid
Ensure the equipment / system to be purged is
Nitrogen Cylinders / positively isolated from all sources of energy
Unit (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical etc.)

Flammable & / or Use proper locks & tags for isolation

Toxic Atmosphere
Ensure the equipment / system is depressurized &
Unauthorized Work content is drained safely.

Arrange the adequate Nitrogen Cylinders / Unit

considering the volume to be purged.

Ensure the deployment of Nitrogen unit inside the

plant does not create any hazard for the facility.

Ensure the confined space is flushed, purged and

thoroughly ventilated as required.

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Step Description of Task Control Measures/

Hazard Responsible
No. Step Preventive Measures

Obtain the required permits from the permit issuer.

2. Purging Improper / Defective Ensure the tools (such as N2 Unit, Pump, Hose,
Tools Coupling & Pressure Gauges etc) to be used are free
Rupture of Nitrogen from defect.
Supply Hoses & Ensure the N2 supply hoses and couplings are rated
Couplings for the required service and pressure.
Cold Burn Stay away from the pressurized N2 hose & coupling to
Excess or Less avoid cold burn in case of leak.
Nitrogen Supply Barricade the area & post warning notice.
Unsafe Disposal of Calculate the amount of N2 required for the volume
Purged Fluid to be purged.
Lack of Oxygen Keep a close watch on the N2 supply flow meter.
Ensure the disposal of purged volume to a safe
location such as flare or vent.
Do not enter a vessel / tank / pipeline which is
purged with N2.

3. Windup & Scattered Material Ensure proper wind up & housekeeping at worksite.
Housekeeping
The accessories (tools, hoses, couplings) must be
disconnected and stored properly.