DIN EN ISO 17776:2015-08

This International Standard describes processes for managing Major Accident (MA) hazards associated with the design and operation of offshore oil and gas production installations. It provides requirements and guidance on the development of strategies both to prevent the occurrence of MAs and to control and mitigate the possible consequences. This International Standard is applicable to the design of - fixed offshore structures, and - floating systems for production, storage and offloading for the petroleum and natural gas industries. The scope includes all MA hazards with the potential to have a material effect on personnel, assets and the environment. This International Standard is intended for large capital projects related to offshore operating installations. However, the principles are also applicable to small or simple projects or design changes to existing facilities, and can also be relevant to onshore production facilities. This International Standard is not applicable to mobile offshore units and subsea installations, although many of the principles contained in this International Standard can be used as guidance. It does not cover the construction, commissioning, abandonment or security risks associated with offshore installations. The decision to apply the requirements and guidance of this International Standard, in full or in part, is intended to be based on an assessment of the likelihood and possible consequences of MA hazards. The technical content of this International Standard is arranged as follows: a) Objectives: the goals to be achieved; b) Functional requirements: activities considered necessary to meet the stated objectives; c) Annexes: guidelines in support of the functional requirements.