Hazard identification

Hazard identification stands as the foundational step in conducting an effective risk assessment. It focuses on the systematic recognition of potential hazards before they lead to unsafe conditions, operational disruptions or stressed critical design thresholds. At PID, we offer structured hazard identification services laying the groundwork for targeted safeguards and practical control measures, whether during design, operation, or modification phases. Our approach helps clients gain visibility into credible hazardous scenarios and initiating events to address potential risk gaps. Tailored to their sector, facility type, and lifecycle stage, this supports early-stage decisions that lead to meaningful risk reduction, prior to formal quantitative analyses.

Our methodologies align with leading industry frameworks, including ISO 17776, DNV-RP-H101, CCPS hazard evaluation procedures, and relevant guidance from the UK HSE and Energy Institute — ensuring consistency with internationally accepted standards.

Our services include:

• Preliminary hazard analysis (Pre-HA) for early design screening
• Initiating event identification and hazard register development
• Failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA/FMECA)
• HAZID studies tailored to facility type and project phase
• Human error identification (HEI) and Task Analysis
• Action tracking registers
• Training courses