Enhancing emergency response planning for natech accidents in process operations using functional resonance analysis method (FRAM)
A case of fuel storage tank farm
Qiaohong Zheng (Southeast University)
Xinwang Liu (Southeast University)
Ming Yang (TU Delft - Safety and Security Science)
Weizhong Wang (Anhui Normal University)
Arie Adriaensen (TU Delft - Safety and Security Science)
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Abstract
Recent increases in climate-induced natural disasters have amplified the risk of Natech (natural hazard-triggered technological) accidents, particularly in the chemical industry. These emergencies, characterized by their urgency and resource constraints, pose significant challenges for emergency planning. The Functional Resonance Analysis Method (FRAM) offers a systematic approach to enhance emergency response strategies. This study introduces a FRAM-based methodology specifically designed for fuel storage tank farms, structured into four critical stages: understanding, designing, analyzing, and enhancing the response process. It promotes a cycle of continuous improvement. A case study on a seismic Natech incident at a fuel storage facility demonstrates the methodology's effectiveness and its potential to boost the resilience of emergency response systems against Natech challenges.
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