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Hazard and operability study (HAZOP)

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Decision Type: Prevention
Method Category: Implement reliable manufacturing, Risk reduction
Categories: Methods

A systematic investigation of a current or future operation. The goal of a HAZOP is to identify and evaluate problems within a plant environment that could pose a risk to employees or equipment.

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