Safeguarding boiler operations tools in Malaysia with hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk control
List of Authors
  • Mohd Fahmi Mohd Yusof , Roslina Mohammad

Keyword
  • Risk Assessment, Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, Risk Control (HIRARC), Boiler Safety

Abstract
  • The functioning of the risk management and hazard detection processes always includes the steam boiler system. The source of harm to people, processes, properties, and the environment is a hazard. The risk explains the likelihood of an advantage or disadvantage, such as financial loss, physical harm, or an accident because of an activity. Risk in this context refers to the possibility and apparent repercussions. This study aims to identify potential hazards in boiler operations and propose risk management and control of potential hazards and analyze the risk factors and hazards for boiler operations based on the nature of work at the boilers in Malaysia using Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, Risk Control (HIRARC) method. Data collection on the identification and assessment of risks analyzed by HIRARC, evaluated and finding the better solution to determine and control hazards in the workplace so that the workplace is safely. According to the findings, the boiler division's risk rate is comprised of four levels: Extreme Risk (8%), High Risk (14%), Moderate Risk (35%), and Low Risk (43%). The threat of mechanical hazards is rated at 25%, electrical hazards are rated at 10%, chemical hazards are rated at 6%, and physical risks are rated at 59% in the risk assessment for the boiler division. According to the risk assessment, these techniques could prevent future catastrophic events in the boiler operating business.

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