Course overview
Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA). It covers the principles, the requirements of OSHA, ISO 45001, CCPS, IEC 61882 and NFPA, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
- Apply the relevant requirements of OSHA, ISO 45001, CCPS, IEC 61882 and NFPA
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for HSE professionals, supervisors, engineers and managers, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat OSHA, ISO 45001, CCPS, IEC 61882 and NFPA require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Mar – 2 Apr 2027 | Lisbon Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 5–16 Apr 2027 | Lagos Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 11–15 Apr 2027 | Al Khobar Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 May – 4 Jun 2027 | Brussels Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 11–15 Oct 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 24–28 Jan 2028 | Rome Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 15–26 May 2028 | Munich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 Jul 2028 | Bangkok Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 30 Oct – 10 Nov 2028 | Beirut Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 Nov 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 25–29 Mar 2029 | Jeddah Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Jun 2029 | Marrakech Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 25–29 Jun 2029 | Casablanca Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 20–31 Aug 2029 | Bangkok Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 8–12 Oct 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 7–11 Jan 2030 | Luanda Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 14–25 Jul 2030 | Dammam Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 23–27 Sep 2030 | Copenhagen Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 30 Sep – 11 Oct 2030 | Rome Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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