COURSE OVERVIEW:

The Analyzer Shelter Safety System Design and Maintenance course focuses on the specialized engineering and safety protocols required for housing complex analytical instruments in hazardous environments. This course examines the design of Analyzer Houses (AHU) or shelters, emphasizing the protection of both personnel and equipment from toxic, flammable, and high-pressure process streams. Participants will learn the critical requirements for ventilation, gas detection, and structural integrity that transform a standard enclosure into a safe, compliant analytical workspace.

The scope of this training includes the detailed study of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards as they apply to analyzer shelters. Attendees will explore the integration of Fire and Gas (F&G) systems, emergency shutdown (ESD) logic, and HVAC systems designed for hazardous area classifications. The course provides practical insights into the selection of materials, explosion-proof fittings, and the implementation of purging and pressurization systems (Type X, Y, and Z) to prevent the ingress of dangerous vapors.

This coverage extends to the rigorous maintenance and inspection routines necessary to ensure long-term shelter safety. The program addresses the calibration of shelter-mounted gas detectors, the testing of emergency ventilation overrides, and the maintenance of sample recovery systems. By focusing on root-cause analysis of shelter incidents and the implementation of proactive safety audits, the course ensures that participants can maintain a secure environment for high-value analytical assets while adhering to strict occupational health and safety regulations.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Design analyzer shelters in compliance with IEC 61285 and NFPA 496 standards.
• Classify hazardous areas within and surrounding the analyzer shelter.
• Specify and integrate Fire and Gas (F&G) detection systems for toxic and flammable vapors.
• Configure HVAC systems for proper air changes and temperature regulation in shelters.
• Implement purging and pressurization systems to maintain safe operating conditions.
• Design emergency shutdown (ESD) logic specific to analyzer shelter operations.
• Select appropriate explosion-proof (Ex-rated) electrical components and lighting.
• Manage sample disposal and recovery systems to prevent environmental contamination.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of shelter safety instruments.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections of existing analyzer houses.
• Troubleshoot ventilation failures and pressurization loss alarms.
• Develop emergency response procedures for analyzer shelter incidents.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is designed for Analyzer Technicians, Safety Engineers, Instrumentation Designers, Maintenance Supervisors, and Facility Managers responsible for the operation and upkeep of analyzer shelters in oil, gas, and chemical industries.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.