Green Hydrogen Inherent Safety Practices on large industrial scale

In this project, the team wanted to deepen the understanding of the potential risks of explosions due to mixtures of hydrogen and oxygen in electrolysis equipment. The tools, methods and data for assessments of these risks, which typically have a low chance of occurrence but may have severe consequences, will be investigated. The project provides credible scenarios and facts on the fundamentals of explosions and the validity of detonation. The focus is on an objective risk assessment methodology regarding fire and explosion risks with oxygen and hydrogen mixtures in equipment. The development of consistent assessment methods covers failure frequencies and consequences, including data on delayed ignition and detonation, leading to corresponding safeguarding and appropriate safety distances.

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Target Group(s):

• Policy makers
• HSE managers
• Operational leadership
• Tactical leadership
• Supervisors

Risk Theme:

• Risk | Control | Assurance - new risks