Audel Managing Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages

Introduction.

Chapter 1: Identifying the Work.

Identifying the Work.

Risk Management.

Defining and Limiting the Scope.

Summary.

Chapter 2: Planning the Work.

Planning the Shutdown.

Planning Thought Process.

Estimating Tips.

Work Packages.

Contracts for Services.

Summary.

Chapter 3: Scheduling the Work.

Critical Path Method (CPM).

Program Evaluation and Review-Technique (PERT).

The Monte Carlo Method.

Project Management Software.

Summary.

Chapter 4: Executing the Project.

Shutdown Safety.

OSHA Requirements.

Developing Daily Schedules.

Updating Job Status.

Reporting Project Status.

Tracking Project Costs.

Summary.

Chapter 5: Reporting and Documenting the Shutdown Activity.

Project Review Meeting.

Project File.

Final Report.

Sample Shutdown Report.

Summary.

Appendix A: Boiler Shutdown Example.

Boiler History.

The Shutdown.

Identifying the Work.

Building the Work List.

Appendix B: Identifying Electrical Work to Be Performed During a Shutdown.

Electrical Shutdown Checklist.

Appendix C: Machinery Inspection Prior to and During a Shutdown.

Bearing Data.

Shaft Alignment Standards.

Gear Drive Inspection Standards.

V-Belt Drives.

Pumps and Mechanical Seals.

Fans.

Glossary.

Index.