Download - Flameproof Repairs Maintenance and Standards
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FlameproofRepairs
Maintenanceand Standards
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Training and competence
We’ve all seen this…. Is it safe?
I don’t know! Not legal!Flange thicknessDepth of threadFlame path lengthFree internal volumePressure piling
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Question is……….. Will it get fixed, and when?
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When does safe become unsafe?
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Who will stop a machine for this?
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In my opinion, not many, but why not?
Production pressure, bonus, knowledge
Does that CH4 monitor ensure safety?
Lets look at the knowledge factor
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Available trainingPlenty to choose from, good and badHow do you choose? How long does it take?What does it cost?How long is it valid?What value does the trainee put on it?How long is the training remembered?What is the value to the employer?What about SANS 10086-2?
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CompetencyCompetency is not the same is trainingTraining without experience does not result in
competencyExperience without training does not result in
competenceIn the workplace, peer and production
pressures will normally take precedence over formal training (on the job training)
The DRC experience…..
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Can we change things?Culture change required – takes time!
YOU – the end user hold all the aces!Downstream – actively support your ethicsUpstream – Demand that your suppliers do
the right thing. Audit them yourselves. Set your own standards! It’s competitive out there!
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Resistance to ChangeADKAR – A 5 step model
AWARENESSDESIREKNOWLEDGEABILITYREINFORCEMENT
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You rely on certificates……..But you don’t read them!
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Almost all of you will have this report
Estimated 500+ issued to industry!
So what about special conditions of use?What about the “U” suffix?
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Lets look at “the System”
ILAC
SANAS
Global
CB’s & TL’s
National - STC
National
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Lets look at “the System” cont…….
Mnfr
Repairer
Needs Mnfr Licence
Pirate
May need a licence
Use at own risk!
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So, how can we improve things?
Take ownership of your FLP products, relying solely on the certificate is not always good enough.
Employ or train an expert – give that position the authority to keep order, develop in implement policies and procedures
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Audit your choice of CB and TL
Audit your suppliers, whether manufacturers, repairers, or suppliers
Audit your own operations!
COMPLAIN! about sub standard service
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Finally, when everything is in place,
ENFORCE your plan, your policy, and your procedures.
It can be done – If you plan ahead
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Thank You
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