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Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)

A semi-quantitative method for deciding whether the protection around a hazardous scenario is enough. Covers initiating event frequency, independent protection layers, order-of-magnitude arithmetic and how LOPA is used to set safety integrity level targets.

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Modules
3
Lessons
6
Duration
1h 12m
Level
Advanced
Quizzes
3 graded

Course content

3 modules · 6 lessons · 1h 12m

Where LOPA sits between qualitative study and full quantitative risk assessment.

  • Why Semi-Quantitative
    Preview
    12 min
  • Scenarios and Tolerable Frequency12 min
  • Module 1 quiz4 questions · pass 70%

Topics covered

LOPA
IPL
SIL
Process Safety
Risk Tolerance

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