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Etude de Dangers
Chapter 5: Preliminary study of the risks
Summarily - -
1. INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................ 6
2. ACCIDENT ANALYSIS AND FEEDBACK......................................................................................... 7
2.1. ACCIDENTOLOGY EXTRACTED FROM BARPI7........................................................................
2.1.1 Présentation7......................................................................................................................
2.1.2 Accidentologie8..................................................................................................................
2.2. FEEDBACK INTERNE17 EXPERIENCE......................................................................................
3. RISK ANALYSIS RELATED TO PRODUCTS AND POTENTIAL DANGERS.................................21
3.1. PRODUCTS PLACED IN ŒUVRE21............................................................................................
3.1.1 Risk analysis produits21....................................................................................................
3.1.2 thermique25 decomposition..............................................................................................
3.1.3 Incompatibility of products.25...........................................................................................
3.1.3.1 Hydrocarbons and strong oxidants.......................................................................25
3.1.3.2 Flammables and air................................................................................................. 26
3.1.4 Risk Analysis Summary produits26..................................................................................
3.2. IDENTIFYING POTENTIAL DANGERS28....................................................................................
3.3. REDUCED POTENTIAL DANGERS31.........................................................................................
3.3.1 The incendie32....................................................................................................................
3.3.2 The explosion32..................................................................................................................
3.3.3 Pressurization lente33........................................................................................................
3.3.4 The boilover in mince34 layer............................................................................................
3.3.5 the pollution35....................................................................................................................
4. RELATED RISK ANALYSIS NATURAL ENVIRONMENT...............................................................37
4.1. THE RISKS CLIMATOLOGIE37....................................................................................................
4.1.1 Températures37..................................................................................................................
4.1.2 Vents37................................................................................................................................
4.1.3 Brouillard38.........................................................................................................................
4.1.4 jelly blanche38....................................................................................................................
4.2. RISKS RELATED TO FLOODS AND FLOODING MARINES38....................................................
4.3. RISKS RELATED TO THE FOUDRE39........................................................................................
4.4. RISKS SÉISMES44.......................................................................................................................
5. RELATED RISK ANALYSIS THE HUMAN ENVIRONMENT...........................................................47
5.1. RISKS WAYS CIRCULATION47...................................................................................................
5.1.1 routières47 Routes.............................................................................................................
5.1.2 ferrées48 Routes.................................................................................................................
5.1.3 aériennes48 Routes............................................................................................................
List of annexes
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List of Figures
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Figure 1: Source close - Comparing SMHV type spectra flush horizontal rock and proposé45 spectrum..........
Figure 2: Source close - Comparison of SMS type spectra flush horizontal rock and proposé46 spectrum.......
Figure 3: Source close - Comparison of SMS type spectra taking into account the conditions of the site and
proposé47 spectrum....................................................................................................................................
Figure 4: Positioning the criticality grid central dreaded events VIVO ENERGY Tunisia La Goulette52.............
List of paintings
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Table 1: Accident representative global activities of filing VIVO ENERGY17......................................................
Table 2: Internal Site Accident VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades21.......................................................................
Table 3: Risks stored products and implemented the deposit of VIVO ENERGY Rades28................................
Table 4: Potential dangers site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades32.......................................................................
Table 5: Key risks foudre41................................................................................................................................
Table 6: neighboring industrial facilities which may present a risk to the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisie50............
Table 7: Results of the Preliminary Analysis of Risques62.................................................................................
Table 8: Actions implemented by VIVO ENERGY Tunisia following the Preliminary Analysis of Risques64.......
References- - -
[R1] Adapting to climate change and natural disasters in coastal cities of North Africa - Phase 1: Risk
assessment in current and 2030 for the city of Tunis EGIS BCEOM International / IAU-IDF / BRGM -
January 2011
[R2] Decree of 15 January 2008 on the protection against lightning of certain classified facilities - French
regulations
[R3] Ministerial Decree of 10 May 1993 fixing the seismic regulations for facilities subject to the legislation
on classified installations - French Regulation
Glossaire- - -
1. INTRODUCTION
This step of the danger study allows us to identify potentially major scenarios based on the feedback, the
products on the site, study the environment and analysis of the risks exploitation.
The accident that can learn from accidents on site facilities and similar facilities;
The hazards of the products used in the surveyed facilities (flammable, explosive, reactive, unstable,
corrosive, dangerous for the environment, etc.);
The risks to the environment: it is both the natural environment of the industrial environment;
The risks associated with processes: this part is based on a risk analysis conducted by the working
group.
The preliminary risk assessment helps to identify accident scenarios. It also allows to study the adverse
events that could lead to the release of potential hazards, including possible causes and prevention,
detection, mitigation and protection.
The history of accidents recorded involving products or processes comparable to facilities studied in the
world (source: ARIA database) and the websites of the experience feedback VIVO ENERGY Tunisia were
the subject:
From a description of existing prevention and protection measures at the studied facilities to address
the identified risks.
These lessons help to identify initiating events to be considered in the analysis of risks associated with
operation of the site and determine the relevance of certain scenarios.
2.1.1 Presentation
BARPI (analysis of risks and pollution Industrial Office), established in 1992, under the Ministry of the
French environment. It is responsible for collecting, analyzing and disseminating data on the return of
experience in technological accidents and ensure their registration in the ARIA database (Analysis,
Research and Information on Accidents).
The ARIA database lists the incidents or accidents resulting from the activity of factories, workshops,
warehouses, construction sites, quarries, etc. under the legislation on classified installations and the
Dangerous Goods Transportation (TMD), and have, or could affect the health, public security,
agriculture, nature and the environment.
It can collect a lot of information, such as the causes, circumstances, consequences, measures in the
short or medium term as a result of an accident. To date, the ARIA database lists more than 40,000
accidents or incidents in France or abroad. The database used has, in terms of severity, very
heterogeneous accidents. It should be noted that the severity of the reported accidents is difficult to
estimate due to the vagueness of the content of the summary of the accidents.
From a description of existing prevention and protection measures at the studied facilities to
address the identified risks.
Information on accidents French mainly comes from different state departments (Classified
Installations Inspectorate, Fire and Rescue Services, Police Water, Ministry of TMD, pressure vessels
and Service pipes, explosives Inspectorate), but also of the press and sometimes some professional
organizations. A number of international organizations also provide information on foreign accidents.
This census of accidents and incidents, French or foreign, can not be exhaustive. However, it may be
considered sufficiently representative to warrant analysis.
Although the ARIA database identifies accidents dating from the first half of the twentieth century, the
data populating the causes, consequences and the sequence of events generally remain sketchy until
the mid 60s.
2.1.2 Accident
Accidents were referenced from various search criteria such as: the products involved, the nature of
the event, the affected equipment, the phase of the process involved or identified or suspected
causes.
The recordings of the analysis shows that the number of accidents linked to a hydrocarbon storage
activity is limited, but the consequences can be of significant importance.
The table below shows the summary of the most representative accidents with the activities of filing
VIVO ENERGY Tunisia. This table also shows, for each case, the means of protection and prevention
implemented by VIVO ENERGY Tunisia to eliminate or reduce the risk of a similar accident.
Note : Prevention and protection measures implemented by VIVO ENERGY Tunisia to reduce or
eliminate accidents are detailed in the risk analysis.
In an oil deposit a diesel resurgence is detected at the base of a tray. The operator transfers the 500 m³ of hydrocarbons remaining in the container and - Design, inspection and maintenance of
retrieves the product released into the collecting basin. No pollution was detected in many piezometers site. Inspection of the backplane with a thickness
facilities
of 6.5 mm reveals multiple corrosion points, with a concentration around the discharge system and perforation of 8 cm in diameter at the origin of the
leak. Diesel elapsed between the backplane and the waterproof layer of bituminous sand located immediately below, before reaching the surface.
- Piezometers with monthly statements
Abnormalities were noted on the tray during the ten-year inspection of 2004. Renovations were underway on another tray at the time of accident. The an
operator intends to bring the visual inspection trays funds for detecting the internal and external corrosion in the humid environment, and warm saline in
- watertight bowl (concrete), drain pan
the region. The damaged ferry is the largest deposit of gas oil capacity, the operator carries out emergency work to ensure good fuel distribution
conditions in Corsica during the following summer valve to the closed oil separator
- adsorbents Spreading
No. 34205 - 06/11/2007 - AJACCIO (France) - Testing levels of alarm simulation every
H52.10 - Warehousing and storage year
A ship unloads cargo its SP95 gasoline in an oil deposit: the tray No. 4 is to receive 1100 m³ of product and 800 m³ remaining should then be routed to
the tray 5. Unloading is in progress when the alarm level high indicates that the first reservoir is almost full. Operators responsible for the operation - Control of automated gauging systems
valves open tray 5 and close those of No. 4 tank to cause a transfer tray to tray and thus reduce the level of No. 4 tank. They then observe that 500 l performed every 10 days VIVO
fuel overflowed via the apertures located in the upper part of the tank wall in the retention tank # 4. They then trigger the fire defense system to clean the
ENERGY Tunisia
soiled shell with water flowing in the cooling ring, hold the product on the surface of the sub-basin and lead quickly to the ESP system and the decanter.
The land of the retention tank is polluted to a thickness of 5 cm and a surface area of 200 m² at the foot of tray No. 4. In the following days, the staff - Setting up an automatic gauge system
scours the contaminated top soil, an expert taken samples to characterize and map pollution. The land will be excavated more deeply dirty. The
to control the product inside the tank in
monitoring of piezometers is strengthened to detect any impact on groundwater. The Installations Inspectorate is informed. This accident is the result of
multiple failures: safety "stop pumping" inconsequential as a result of work carried out on the pier, Timing level probes conducted by the surveyor real time
regardless gills tray, poor risk assessment by staff (1 of 2 operators should have stayed monitoring at the manifold and tray). The operator asked to
specialized companies to correct the positioning of the probe, with the support and control of the headquarters technical service and repair the link "stop - Accounting Changes quantities during
pumping." It defines the following corrective measures: revision and communication of the specific reference receive the deposit, re-sensitization of receiving operations
operators on the risk and need vigilance, setting up a complementary and direct connection between the operations office and boat by ATEX portable
phone purchases and the establishment of VHF contact of the deposit to the control room of the pumps on the ship. Moreover, the operator sends the - live radio link deposit - oil Wharf
accident experience feedback to all staff and the group to which the deposit.
- Control and volume management
available in the reservoirs
Internal accident VIVO ENERGY is presented in the table below. These elements from the internal
accident Shell Group, former owner of the site of La Goulette. The prevention and / or protection
implemented by the company VIVO ENERGY Tunisia on its facilities are set against each of past
accidents to eliminate or reduce the risk of a similar accident.
A major flash took place at the oil terminal of Johor 28 April 2006 at - All tanks are grounded
18:05. This was caused by a lightning strike on one of 16 tanks. - Control grounded by an external company
The explosion caused the flash blew the first tank containing every 6 months
85,000 liters of oil before it spreads to a 2nd Resevoir (450 000 - Study of protection against lightning
liters of oil) and a third (containing 250 000 liters of avgas ). performed 2011-12-06
There are no deaths but some minor injuries (particularly among - foaming chamber on top of each tank,
firefighters). The fire was completely mastered by firefighters at sprinkler ring around the tanks
2:49 on April 29th.
At 6:55 p.m., a fire sprang from the manhole of a tank storing the
Mogas 90. At the time of the incident, the tank was "empty" except
the "dead stock", which was being emptied via a diesel pump since
- No pump diesel / gasoline used in
the tray foot valve. The tank was emptied for spent another product.
retentions
The Supervisor, controlling the operations and the retention time of
the incident, noticed a flash from the pump, located just next to the - All equipment is included in the
reservoir, and returning through the manhole. The vapors coming maintenance plan
from the tank manhole is ignited until extinguished. - Any transaction is subject to a work permit
The fire caused no injuries or deaths, but caused damage to the and a risk analysis is routinely performed
tank. at a hot spot for job
The analysis of the accident helped to highlight: - Training of operators and all stakeholders
of the contracting companies
- The diesel pump has been used within the retention, and
the pump motor is packed because of the entry of vapor - foam chambers in retention basins and
Mogas from the manhole. Moreover, it was not included in tanks on roofs, sprinkler crowns around
the maintenance plan, tanks, fire hydrants
- The staff did not follow the Group of the Security recorded
- High level detector and high level with
2004 - SHELL
visual alarm on the control panel and
In a plant of Shell Chemicals, overfilling occurred on an audible alarm and operator actions to stop
atmospheric tank leading to a rejection of several tons of flammable receiving tray and bottom valves
hydrocarbon on the floor. Product then spread into the storm water
- If top-level trigger, obligation to stop filling
network due to a leak in the drain valve retention. A radar gauge
and go manually check the level in the
and an independent system of high level were installed and in use
tank,
on this reservoir.
- Control of automated gauging systems
The analysis of the accident helped to highlight:
performed every 10 days VIVO ENERGY
- The gauge was not regularly checked and compared with Tunisia
manual gauging,
- Accounting Changes quantities during
- A very high level alarm was activated in the control room receiving operations
but the room operator did not alert the operators in charge
- Stopping all movements by the
of filling and decided to continue filling.
emergency stop button
Board 2 : Internal Accident Site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades
Since its commercial operation, no significant incidents occurred on the site of VIVO ENERGY Tunisia
Rades, nor a fire point of view or a perspective pollution.
Diesel;
AVGAS 100LL;
fire;
Explosion;
pollution of water and soil due to their toxic nature when accidentally drive by water.
A risk analysis products is presented in a table below for the main products used.
The MSDS of products on the ENERGY Tunisia VIVO site are appended.
Appendix 5-1 FDS products implemented on the site VIVO ENERGY Rades
EXPLOSIVITÉINFLAMMABILITÉ TOXICITÉECOTOXICITÉ
PRODUCT NAME PHYSICAL DATA REACTIVITY
UNLEADED
State atmospheric pressure: extremely flammable product is stable at storage Exposure limit values:
Labeling: Liquid, pale yellow. Odor. temperatures, handling and TWA: 300 ppm (USA)
use.
F +: Extremely flammable Extremely flammable: high
T: Toxic Density (15 ° C): 720-775 kg / risk, the liquid can release a The highly concentrated
m3 at T ° = 15 ° C significant amount of steam at Incompatible with strong vapors irritate the eyes, nose,
N: Dangerous for the environment
a temperature below room oxidizing
Risk phrases: temperature, which can throat and lungs, can cause
Vapor pressure: from 30 to 90 headaches and dizziness, are
R12: Extremely flammable quickly form an ignitable
kPa at 35 ° C. The vapor Incomplete combustion and
R38: irritating to skin mixture anesthetic and may have
pressure is often set by law; it thermolysis produce toxic
R45: May cause cancer varies with the season gases such as CO, CO2, other effects on the central
R46: May cause heritable genetic damage Flash point: <-40 ° C various hydrocarbons, nervous system.
R51 / 53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in aldehydes and soot. Repeated inhalation of large
Solubility in water: sparingly
the aquatic environment, soluble due to the presence of Ignition temperature:> 250 ° C amounts of fumes causes
R63: Possible risk pregnancy of harm to the child, oxygenates exposure to benzene.
R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed, Explosive: Repeated exposure to high
R67: Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. LEL: 1% levels of benzene can cause
Safety phrases: LSE: 8% leukemia.
S2: Keep out of reach of children
S23: Do not breathe vapors, recommended extinguishing Ecotoxicity:
S24: Avoid contact with skin, agents: foam, dry powder,
carbon dioxide This product is harmful to
S29: Do not empty into drains,
aquatic organisms
S43: In case of fire, the use of alcohol resistant foam, dry powder or CO2,
S45: In case of accident or illness seek medical advice immediately (if possible
show the label)
S53: Avoid exposure, obtain special instructions before use
S61: Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety
data sheet
S62: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately
and show the container or label
DIESEL FUEL and 50 State atmospheric pressure: Not classified as flammable, product is stable at storage The repeated contact /
yellow liquid. Odor. but will burn. May illuminate temperatures, handling and prolonged can cause defatting
on surfaces at temperatures use. of the skin may cause
Labeling:
above the autoignition dermatitis and make the
Xn: Harmful Density (Diesel): 820-860 kg /
temperature. Vapors irritable skin less protected
m3 at T ° = 15 ° C Incompatible with strong
N: Dangerous for the environment accumulated above the against the penetration of
oxidizing
product in the tanks may other materials. Excessive
Density (Diesel 50): 820-845 ignite and explode at exposure accompanied by
Risk phrases:
EXPLOSIVITÉINFLAMMABILITÉ TOXICITÉECOTOXICITÉ
PRODUCT NAME PHYSICAL DATA REACTIVITY
R40 carcinogenic effect, kg / m3 at T ° = 15 ° C temperatures above the Incomplete combustion and poor personal hygiene can
R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed autoignition temperature thermolysis produce toxic cause irritation, acne,
when vapor concentrations gases such as CO, CO2, folliculitis and development of
R66: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking skin.
are within the flammability various hydrocarbons, verrucosities likely to become
R51 / 53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in Vapor pressure: <1 kPa at 40 ° range. aldehydes and soot. malignant.
the aquatic environment, C
EXPLOSIVITÉINFLAMMABILITÉ TOXICITÉECOTOXICITÉ
PRODUCT NAME PHYSICAL DATA REACTIVITY
S43: In case of fire, the use of alcohol resistant foam, dry powder or CO2, carbon dioxide This product is harmful to
S45: In case of accident or illness seek medical advice immediately (if possible aquatic organisms
show the label)
S53: Avoid exposure, obtain special instructions before use
S61: Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety
data sheet
S62: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately
and show the container or label
A heat, temperature greater to extreme weather conditions and / or in the presence of moisture,
certain products decompose. Decomposition products depend molecules and storage characteristics.
The products affected by the activities of deposit VIVO ENERGY Tunisia are stable to temperatures.
Regarding flammable or combustible liquids under fire thermal decomposition products are "classic"
for hydrocarbons, ie mainly carbon oxides and soot.
The table products from the combustion products used on site Rades (data from safety data sheets).
the loss of the product property (introduction of a flammable liquid category B in a tank
containing a flammable liquid of category C, ...);
an exothermic reaction with fire risk (the risk is primarily to consider with strong oxidizers,
concerning flammable or combustible liquids).
No strong oxidant may react violently with these products is stored or implemented on the deposit
VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades.
The risks of ignition / explosion within the deposit activities are mainly due to the presence of
flammable liquids (1st and 2nd class, B and C) that can combine with air an explosive cloud.
In case of loss of containment and venting air, flammable gas phase products are capable of
forming with air flammable mixtures when the concentrations are within the flammability limits of
the product. It should be noted that for the mixture ignites, it must meet a hot spot that could
provide the necessary energy. The flammability limits in air at room temperature range from 1.4%
to 7.6%.
The table below synthetically includes all the risks associated with stored products and / or
implemented on the deposit VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades. It also indicates the means of prevention
and protection implemented to prevent the risks associated with these products.
R12: Extremely flammable Flammable liquids of the same general alarm buttons distributed
(liquid) = liquid substances and class are stored in retention over the deposit
preparations having a flash point basins dedicated Internal organization through an
lower than 0 ° C and the boiling Operator training and Internal Operation of emergency
point (or the initial boiling awareness of the risks (fire, equipment and warning plan
temperature) is less than or explosion and environmental)
equal to 35 ° C Poles fire fed by a pressurized
Rules prohibiting smoking and network
using mobile phone on the fire fighting resources in fixed
workplace position (sprinkler crowns, weirs
fire permit, work permit foam, foam guns)
Prevention plan for outside mobile means of fire fighting
companies (spears, guns)
Electric Potential equalization Fire extinguishers
and grounding installations fire network
Periodic inspection of electrical
equipment
Zoning ATEX
Trays fixed roof floating screen
R20 / 21/22: Harmful by Procedure (chek list to ensure The operators handling products
inhalation, skin contact and by that security requirements are are equipped with protective
ingestion met) clothing and masks, goggles and
R33: Danger of cumulative Operator training and risk gloves
effects awareness (toxic, explosion, fire personal safety equipment
R38: Irritating to eyes and skin and environmental) (safety showers and eyewash,
Shell HSSE Management respirators) are available on the
R40 carcinogenic effect - ground floor of the control room
insufficient evidence System
(local administrative)
R45: May cause cancer Equipment for protection against
R46: May cause heritable fire
genetic damage
R63: Possible risk pregnancy of
harm to the child
R65: Harmful: may cause lung
damage if swallowed
R66: Repeated exposure may
cause skin dryness or cracking
skin
R67: Vapors may cause
drowsiness and dizziness
R51 / 53: Toxic to aquatic Operator training and risk retention bins (waterproof
organisms, may cause long-term awareness (toxic, explosion, fire concrete trough)
adverse effects in the aquatic and environmental) Piezometers with monthly
environment Checking the tightness of the statements
facilities after work bowls valves to shut separator
Collecting drippings to the
separators
Board 3 : Risks stored products and implemented the deposit VIVO ENERGY Rades
It appears that VIVO ENERGY Tunisia implements prevention and protection tailored to the risks
associated with products stored and used in the activity of the deposit.
Potential hazards correspond to the equipment on which an adverse event, if no preventive or protective
system comes influence its development or mitigate its effects, is likely to lead to a major accident.
The identification of potential hazards is made in particular from the study of the accident, the danger of
the products used on site, amounts likely to be present and implementation conditions or storage.
The method for identification of potential danger is to identify and map the areas of the site with a
potential danger of their nature. These areas are determined independently of the source of danger (site
activity, natural, technical failure, ...).
The following table summarizes the main potential hazards on site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades:
The location of potential site hazards VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades is shown in the appendix.
Appendix 5-2 : Site of potential dangers Positioning VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades
reducing as much as possible the quantities of material involved in these installations taking into
account the supply of vehicles parking on site,
take an iterative approach to risk reduction, from the scenarios identified in the preliminary risk
assessment. Each scenario in which risk is reducible should be a risk reduction approach by
application of preventive or protective measures, taking into account the practices and techniques
available and their economy. The residual risk is again listed.
The following paragraphs present the solutions envisaged to reduce these potential dangers.
3.3.1 fire
the suppression of flammable and combustible liquids: this solution is not feasible in view of the
main activity of filing VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades corresponding storage of fuels for shipment
by road. These products are flammable liquids (first and second class, B and C);
Thus, at present, there is no solution to reduce this potential danger, that is techno-economically
viable. However, the filing of VIVO ENERGY Tunisia La Goulette is implementing a large number of
ways to keep the fire risk as low as reasonably achievable, namely:
appropriate preventive measures (storage of flammable liquids in the same category in retention
basins, prevention plan for outside companies, fire permits, work permits, -interdiction rules of
smoking and using mobile phone on the site , electrical bonding and grounding, periodic
monitoring of electrical equipment, ATEX zoning);
suitable protection means (general alarm buttons around the site, pressure fire system, sprinkler
crowns, foam chambers in the cups and on the roofs of tanks, fire hoses, fire extinguishers,
water reserve).
removing hazardous environments: flammable liquids (1st and 2nd class, B and C) are present
in significant amounts in the storage tanks, it is not possible to remove these products;
reducing explosive volumes: the volumes of storage tanks have been optimized.
Thus, at present, there is no solution to reduce this potential danger, that is techno-economically
viable. However, the filing of VIVO ENERGY Rades Tunisia implements a significant number of means
to maintain the explosion risk as low as reasonably achievable, namely:
limited sources of ignition (material suitable for explosive atmospheres, check grounding
connections of materials and equipment, fire permits, work permits, rules ...);
equipment design: storage of unleaded AVGAS and in fixed-roof tanks with floating screen.
setting breathing vents instead adequately dimensioned for discharging the overpressure gas.
The VIVO ENERGY Tunisia bins conform to international regulatory standards, however it is not
possible to check whether the breathing vents are properly sized to evacuate the overpressure gas.
To reduce this potential danger, deposit VIVO ENERGY Rades Tunisia implements a number of
important means of prevention and protection (cf. 3.3.1) To maintain the fire, triggering factor of the
phenomenon of slow pressurization, to as low as technically feasible and reasonable.
To recap, the occurrence of a Boil Over thin layer on a tray industrial oil storage requires:
prior fire;
Boil Over the thin layer before tripping corresponds to a domino effect delayed by a fire (fire tray and /
or cuvette of fire).
For a Boil Over thin layer occur, three conditions must be met:
contacting the high product layer at a temperature above 100 ° C with a water bath and the
sudden vaporization of the water bottom resulting in an increase of its volume and acting as a
piston on the hydrocarbon;
a sufficiently viscous hydrocarbon to the steam generated by vaporization of the water bottom
can not easily pass through the hydrocarbon from the bottom of the tank, which is the case of
diesel
Considering the fixed roof tanks VIVO ENERGY Tunisia in which are stored hydrocarbons having a
propensity to Boil Over thin layer, for a Boil Over occurs, it is necessary that the container loses its roof
and the contents of the tank is on fire.
Regarding gas oil tanks, the loss of the fixed roof of the tank and the tank fire can occur only if there
already is a fire bowl in the retention trays. Indeed, these products are stored at temperatures lower
than their flash point, and therefore at room temperature do not give off sufficient vapor to form a
flammable / explosive atmosphere.
Therefore, for fixed roof tanks containing these products on the site, only a fire of uncontrolled bowl
can create the conditions necessary for the explosion of the gas overhead:
heating the flammable liquid contained in the tank vapor generating sufficient;
heating flammable vapors accumulating in the gaseous headspace of the reservoir to that they
reach their autoignition temperature (> 250 ° C) and create the conditions for the blast.
Boil Over the thin film corresponds to the abrupt vaporization of a bottom of water contained in the
tank. Therefore, in the absence of control of a fire bowl and assuming that there is creation of a heat
wave and that the hydrocarbon is sufficiently viscous, it would also be necessary that the water be
present in the storage bin. This water may be due to a lack of bleeding or actions against fire bowl.
Thus, at present, there is no solution to reduce this potential danger, that is techno-economically
viable. However, the filing of VIVO ENERGY Rades Tunisia implements a large number of ways to
keep the fire risk to as low as technically feasible and reasonable, including:
Additional resources provided by the Mutual Assistance of the oil zone of Rades.
Regarding the presence of water in the tank bottom, depositing VIVO ENERGY Rades Tunisia
implements the following means:
Analysis of the product before ship reception and reception of the certificate of analysis VIVO
ENERGY Tunisia and analysis the product by VIVO ENERGY Tunisia on site prior to receipt by
each pipeline.
3.3.5 Pollution
removing hazardous to the environment, this solution is not feasible considering that some of the
oil stored in large amounts are dangerous for the environment;
However, the filing of VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades implements means for keeping the pollution risk
to as low as technically feasible and reasonable, namely:
trough the drainage system oriented towards hydrocarbon separators (three separators are
spread over the site) with drain valve of the bowl in a normally closed position with piezometers
monthly statements;
4.1.1 temperatures
The main risk associated with weather would be the risk of a rise in temperature in the event of strong
external heat bins, which could generate sufficient vapor to create an explosive atmosphere.
Indeed, in the case of bin operating at atmospheric pressure, the operation requires a permanent
equilibrium of the stored product with the ambient air. This balance is achieved by directly contacting
the product with the atmosphere through vents example. The creation of a flammable atmosphere
within the tank is not accidental. It takes place once the product has a sufficiently low flash point, that
is to say, it is capable of generating enough steam to operating conditions to form with air flammable
mixture. However, in the case of storage tanks filing VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades, the risk is limited
due to the fixed roof to floating screens unleaded tanks and AVGAS. Indeed, well inside the bins is
devoid of air, this precaution,
For fixed roof tanks, the flash point of the hydrocarbons present (diesel and gas oil 50) is at least 55 °
C. Now we see that the absolute maximum temperature reached since 2000 is 46.6 ° C (see Chapter
2). This temperature is below the flash point of the products.
Regarding the low temperatures, the risk would be freezing of pipes carrying water. For this, the flows
are maintained permanent during working hours. Furthermore the recorded minimum temperature on
the site is -0.8 ° C in 2002 (see chapter 2); the risk of freezing in the pipes is negligible
Finally, extreme temperatures do not pose a risk to the safety of the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia.
4.1.2 wind
By stronger wind, significant efforts on structures; by cons, they contribute to a better dispersion
of flammable vapors in case of leakage of a volatile product (unleaded, AVGAS);
For low wind, low dispersion flammable vapors which keeps in high concentrations. For the
same initial speed, explosions of flammable vapor cloud in such conditions have more serious
consequences than medium or strong wind.
The prevailing westerly winds are mostly weak winds (from 1 to 5 m / s). These wind speeds
correspond to those used for modeling scenarios (F3 and D5).
In 2003, the meteorological center of Tunis Carthage noted a maximum wind speed of 32 m / s. The
tanks have been damaged and perfectly resisted the constraints applied by these winds.
In conclusion, the winds are not a risk to the safety of the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia.
4.1.3 Fog
On the one hand impair visibility, especially when maneuvering trucks. fog days are very rare
(about 6 days per year) and is generally dispersed in the morning. In addition, the site is
illuminated and drivers are trained and familiar with the site and taxiways.
On the other hand, generate external corrosion on pipes or other metal devices. Hydraulic
testing of pipes and thickness checks are carried out periodically and the tanks are subjected to
ten hydraulic test.
In conclusion, the fog is not a risk to the safety of the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia.
4.1.4 hoarfrost
The presence of snow or frost on the site may hinder the activity of the site because of the difficulty of
movement of handling equipment and trucks.
Nevertheless, the white frost and especially snowfalls are very exceptional in La Goulette (less than 2
days per year).
In conclusion, the frost does not represent a risk to the safety of the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia.
Rupture of a tank in the event of large wave. VIVO ENERGY Tunisia tanks are protected by the
walls of retention basins ..
Rupture of a pipeline by movement of lines support structures. The sizing of lines support structures
was conducted by VIVO ENERGY Tunisia following regulations and standards.
The study referenced [R1]showed that the area of the port of Rades is not exposed to the risk of flooding,
but is concerned against the risk of coastal flooding in storm period. Flooding can be done either from the
sea or from the Lake of Tunis.
Moreover, it is important to note the limitations of the analysis performed, which considers "pessimistic in
terms of results," the mapping performed flooding hazard, particularly because of the lack of information
about the topography of certain sites causing interpolations can lead to errors.
In conclusion, only the marine flooding can pose a risk to the safety of the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia.
Nevertheless VIVO ENERGY Tunisia has implemented measures to reduce this risk.
Lightning is a potential source of ignition of fire either by supplying the activation energy of a combustion
either by generating a local auto-ignition temperature at the place where it falls.
As an illustration, the following table provides a simplified way the main effects of a lightning strike on an
installation:
Malfunctioning IT / automation
- Pipelines
The decree of 15 January 2008 [R2] requires the operator to carry out a preliminary risk analysis and
technical study to identify risks and propose practical solutions for prevention and protection.
In accordance with this order, deposit VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades commissioned a study lightning in
2011 by APSYS society. The entirety of this study is reported in the Annex and its synthesis is presented
below.
Appendix 5-3 Study of protection against lightning
The installation in the standards of protection devices against lightning, advocated in this study, can not
ensure absolutely flawless protection of persons or property.
However, the implementation of the recommendations should significantly reduce the damage that may
be caused by lightning on protected structures and equipment and reduce the risk of loss of life up to the
value set by the EN 62305 standard -2.
tanks
The structure of the storage tanks and grounded comply with standard EN 62305-3 [DN3] and Level II
defined in the ARF.
Breakdowns and farms in the loading station structure form a natural meshed cage mesh 5m x 5m to
prevent a discharge to the position located in hazardous areas. More pipes for anti fail ram device and the
hydrocarbon feed pipes have a thickness greater than 4mm.
For a protection level III, the average distance between two poles grounded is 15 meters according to
standard EN 62305-3 [DN3]. One pillar of the structure is grounded. Thus, the grounding of the structure
is not compliant with EN 62305-3 [DN3] and level III protection advocated by the risk analysis.
6 pillars of the metal structure, piping for the ram of anti blow device and the structure for supporting the
pipes must be connected to the type of earthing A or type B.
They must be connected to a joint control and earthing through a tinned copper conductors 50 mm²
minimum section.
Post additivation
The metal structure of the position of additive and grounded comply with standard EN 62305-3 [DN3] and
level IV protection advocated by the risk analysis.
Post drumming
Following the calculation of the ARF, a lightning protective device is not necessary for the position
drumming if channeling AVGAS entering the zone is grounded.
The pipes feeding the post drumming and the charging station must be earthed at the entry point of the
areas to prevent the entrance of the lightning current through these lines.
The oil pipes must be joined together by a tinned copper conductor 50 mm². The bypass will be
connected by specific welds or self-locking screws to the flanges of the pipes.
This conductor is connected to a type earthing A provided with at least two vertical electrodes of copper
diameter 15 mm and length 2.5 m in accordance with the standard EN 62305-3 [DN3].
Rack pipes
The rack supporting the boat receiving lines is not grounded since the ground conductor is cut. The driver
must be reattached.
hydrocarbons pipes
The oil wharf is not for VIVO ENERGY Tunisia, it is managed by the OMMP Different equipment (valves,
hoses, etc.) of the boat unloading station are all connected to ground.
The boat receiving pipes and air SOTRAPIL are in part but can withstand direct lightning strike because
the thickness is greater than 4mm. All facilities are grounded.
Lighting
Lighting poles have a higher probability of receiving a lightning strike the lowest facilities. Current should
be directed to the ground as directly as possible to minimize the risk of sparking in hazardous areas. They
are connected to a grounded outlet.
Safety distances:
The safety distance is the minimum distance for which there is no dangerous spark formation.
Equipotential connections must be established between the metal frames (cable trays, power units,
lighting domes, extractors, etc.), the down-conductor and the roof elements if the safety distance
calculated for each area § 3.5 is not respected.
If this distance can not be guaranteed between the down-conductors or the roof elements and the metal
parts (cable trays, power units, lighting domes, extractors, etc.), equipotential connections should be
added to reduce the risk of sparking.
No conductive installation is present at a distance less than the safety distance in an ATEX Zone 0.
Electrical lines passing along the fence are placed in metal trays.
reservoir levels detections are connected to the detection unit with shielded cables. In the retention bowls,
the cables run in metal conduits connected to ground and to the reservoir.
The truck loading stations and additives are all equipped grounded. The equipotentialities filling plants
and trucks are made and loading is controlled with grounding clamps.
Once a building is equipped with a lightning conductor, type 1 arrester must be installed on the incoming
lines in the building. Surge arresters Type 2 or Type 3 are insufficient in case of direct aggression of
lightning.
A lightning arrester type 1 must be installed on the main switchboard power to prevent any risk of
sparking. (See "4.4.1 Connecting the arrester type 1"). The line is air between the main switchboard and
the administrative building, an SPD Type 1 must be installed in the General panel of the administration
building.
The systems considered PSIS (Important Elements For Safety) and can be damaged by the effects of
lightning are the detection levels and the pump for pressurizing the fire network. They must be protected
by surge arresters type 2.
Surge arresters Type 2 should be set up in the level of alarm central power cabinet and the cabinet of the
electric pump.
The Appeals telephone link emergency services must remain permanently functional. Adequate protection
of telephone lines must be done by the establishment of a lightning protection for communication
networks in the cabinet of arrival of the telephone line.
Section 21 of the French decree of October 4, 2010 Fixed changed, whatever the level of protection, the
following intervals:
If registered thunderbolt, reported by Météorage or observed visually, a visual check of the safety devices
must be carried out within a maximum period of one month.
If any of these checks revealed the need for rehabilitation, it must be carried out within a maximum period
of one month.
The response spectra on the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia in Rades were obtained from specific elements
seismotectonics regional analysis, according to the deterministic approach advocated by France for
facilities classified by the Ministerial Decree of 10 May 1993 the French regulations [R3].
They were calculated by considering a reference earthquake Mw 6.0 (source close), brought in the most
unfavorable position, directly above the site to a depth of 10 km.
The application of spectral attenuation relationships adapted to the regional context seismotectonics
allowed to offer the spectra of SMHV and SMS to consider the site of the right ( "the horizontal rock
outcropping"). These spectra are adapted to the context seismotectonics Rades.
The spectra from the nearest source are shown in the following figures:
figure 1 : Source close - Comparing SMHV type spectra flush horizontal rock and proposed spectrum
figure 2 : Source close - Comparison of SMS type spectra flush horizontal rock and proposed
spectrum
The spectra calculated in this report are defined "horizontal rock flush", a standard condition of soil (rock
firm).
site conditions are evaluated for a specific site (soil column representative of the site). The response
spectrum taking into account these site conditions is shown for the source close to the MSS in the
following figure.
figure 3 : Source close - Comparison of SMS type spectra taking into account the conditions of the
site and proposed spectrum
5.1.1 roadways
Accidents involving road traffic and may affect the VIVO ENERGY facilities may be limited to the study
of the transport of hazardous materials accidents. Specifically, the transport of flammable materials
that could lead to accidents types BLEVE because the only trucks passing near the depot are those
who go in the oil zone.
The pressure levels calculated after the explosive vaporisation of LPG highlight major domino effect,
up to 35 meters around the truck (.DELTA.P> 300 mbar) to the phenomenon of BLEVE.
Regarding the heat flow from a BLEVE, its effects on structures are little known because of a very
short duration. Given the brevity of the phenomenon, it seems unlikely that the only heat flow is the
cause of major domino effect on surrounding structures.
In view of these results, a road accident hazardous material transport occurring on surrounding roads,
should not cause major domino effect on site facilities. Expect to pipe deformation and significant
deterioration of the site buildings.
In case of incident, the staff was also evacuated and went to the assembly point.
In conclusion, the transport of dangerous goods by road does not represent a security risk facilities
deposition VIVO ENERGY Tunisia.
However, pipes connecting the jetty to the deposit run along in some places the roads of the oil zone
and could be victims of a collision with a vehicle or undergo significant pressure levels rollover then
BLEVE of a truck on the roads.
Finally, road transport can pose a risk to the pipes outside the site. Nevertheless VIVO ENERGY
Tunisia has implemented a number of measures (plots of the possible lines outside lanes, turning on
porch or in the tunnel pipes, guardrails) to reduce this risk.
5.1.2 Railways
The railway passing near the deposit is the way serving the grain silos near the site. This channel is
only used for grain cargo.
However, the pipeline connecting the pier to the filing along in some places the railway and could be
the victim of a shock in the event of derailment.
This hypothesis is very unlikely especially since trains run on this path with very low speed.
Finally, rail transport is not retained as a security risk VIVO ENERGY Tunisia facilities.
5.1.3 Airway
According to information provided by the Civil Protection, the major risks are during takeoff and
landing. Accidents in landing, approach and takeoff in fact represent 65% of all aircraft accidents. The
area accepted as being the most exposed is that which is within a rectangle bounded by:
The probability of occurrence of an aircraft fall outside of this area is very low. And the probability of an
aircraft crash on the deposit ENERGY VIVO is particularly low it is located 6 km from the nearest end
of the runway and there is no not located in the center of the track.
In conclusion, an aircraft crash is not a risk to the safety of the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia.
The neighboring companies to the site VIVO ENERGY Tunisia Rades which may pose a risk are detailed
in the following table:
The analysis of risks to the industrial environment was conducted as part of the evaluation of domino
effects that could be generated by nearby industrial facilities depositing VIVO ENERGY Tunisia. This
analysis is in Chapter 6.
The site of La Goulette ENERGY VIVO is completely fenced. Similarly, the oil wharf is fenced
In addition, the Guarding Service is responsible for strictly enforce the general rules of safety. The guards
control the entry and exit of persons and vehicles and ensure that it does not carry unauthorized
hazardous products or prohibited materials.
To reduce the risk of malignancy, but can not be the guarantor of its impossibility, measures of prevention
and site monitoring are implemented. These measures mainly concern all struggle against intrusion
devices (surveillance cameras, burglar alarm system)
The oil wharf is under the supervision of the OMMP: they also control the entry and exit of people and
vehicles and prior authorization is required to enter the pier.
6.1. INTRODUCTION
Risk analysis related to facilities and their operation can identify scenarios that may affect the
environment and highlighted in the working group, the preventive and protective measures limiting their
progress.
Risk analysis related to the operation of the studied installation is performed according to the method
APR (Preliminary Hazard Analysis).
MY. Bennani, HSSE and corresponding responsible for monitoring the safety reports, VIVO
ENERGY Tunisia
S. LICHTLE, APSYS;
P. LEFEVRE, APSYS.
The paintings completed in the working group are available in the Appendix.
Appendix 5-5 : Preliminary Analysis Tables Risk
The central dreaded events (ERC) identified during the analysis were then positioned in the site criticality
grid, as presented in Chapter 4.
The APR has identified the feared events leading to a dangerous phenomenon and will be retained for the
detailed risk analysis (orange boxes and red boxes and hazards whose effects are supposed to leave the
limits of the site).
minor effect
(moderate and
2 minor injury 1.2 / 5.1 / 6.2 / 6.3 / 7.4 3.2 / 3.3 / 4.2 / 9.1
localized pollution)
localized effect
Serious injury or
(significant pollution 1.3 / 1.4 / 1.5 / 1.6 / 2.4 /
3 more minor 1.9 1.1 / 3.10 / 8.2 /
on the site) 3.1 / 5.2 / 6.4 / 7.5
injuries
significant impact
A death or more (significant pollution
4 2.6 / 8.5 2.3
serious injuries external to the site)
figure 4 : Positioning in the criticality grid central dreaded events VIVO ENERGY Tunisia La Goulette
Initially, the preliminary analysis of the risks, in working group allowed, according to the sensitivities and
experience of each to highlight the risks of each installation (depending on the dangerousness of the
products used, processes , operating practices, etc.).
This work was carried out for each section of the deposit. It initializes the detailed risk analysis of the study
of the dangers since it must result in a list of representative accident scenarios of potential risks generated
by facilities, to study in detail later development.
In practice, the following scenarios were considered representative of all major scenarios or with domino
effects that may occur in the studied plants.
The choice of these scenarios was made during a meeting held at the end of the risk analysis by the
working group. This choice has the following approach:
Highlighting for each section studied, the main feared events and their consequences;
Choice modeling scenarios based on their interests in working group underlined preliminary risk
analysis:
The dangerous events Central (ERC) identified during the Preliminary Risk Analysis are presented in the
table below, are associated modeled scenarios characterizing the ERC.
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
Pressure in the pipeline due to: - pumping pressure exceeds
the maximum allowable pressure filling, - closing a valve
downstream, - Impurities and sealing pipe, - Product Thermal
Expansion
external corrosion
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
Pressure in the pipeline due to: - pumping pressure exceeds
the maximum allowable pressure filling, - closing a valve
downstream, - Impurities and sealing pipe, - Product Thermal
Expansion
external corrosion
Pressure in the pipeline due to: - Presence of impurities and Piping and
plugging pipes, - Product Thermal Expansion Fire cuvetteUVCE / Flash-
accessories
Leaking pipes and reception firePressurisation a fixed roof
receiving operations
accessories retention and tank (domino effect)
product Brides
inflammation bowl
external attacks (due to work)
Vannes
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
external corrosion
overfilling
Fire cuvetteUVCE / Flash-
AND The presence of an ignition source - electrostatically firePressurisation a fixed roof
discharge non-compliance with procedures and instructions tank (domino effect)
Overflowing bin and receiving operations
security- point of presence hot- Lightning ferry
inflammation product
Leak dress and accessories to fuel storage ferry tray cuvetteFeu light (domino
a roof storage tank fixed Pressure in the tank: thermal expansion of hydrocarbons effect) Pressurization of a
storage phase and contained fixed roof tank (domino
inflammation external attacks (due to work) effect) Boil Over thin layer
(domino effect)
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
Wear, corrosion
Leaking dress and Pressure in the tank: thermal expansion of hydrocarbons Fire cuvetteUVCE / bin Flash
accessories of a floating panel contained fireFeu (domino effect)
fuel storage ferry
storage bin in storage phase
and inflammation external attacks (due to work)
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
Wear, corrosion
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
AND The presence of an ignition source - electrostatically
discharge non-compliance with procedures and instructions
security- point of presence hot- Lightning
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
Leak on the truck tank due to: - Overfilling (filling the wrong
compartment ...) - unloading valve open truck fuyarde-
external Assault: collision with another truck at the loading-
external assaults (shock works) - Corrosion wear tank or
equipment (line between the vessel and the unloading valve) -
external overpressure (domino effect) - external aggression
(thermal flow) - Overpressure: no opening of the front load
dome (for a loading source)
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
Leakage of a pipe on the truck loading area due to: -
overpressure following the delivery of a bare-flow pump, a
thermal expansion in the line, a shot bélier- Out of internal
weld-Corrosion Coatings external-
Leaking pipe or flexible Filling AVGAS barrels and Wear, corrosion, defect sealing Piping and Fire cuvetteUVCE / Flash
drumming and inflammation storage drums accessories firePollution water and / or
soil
equipment
ERC Section Events initiators identified hazards
concerned
external aggression: shock works vehicles shock, shock
trucks
In conclusion, the accidents considered in the remainder of the study and that could cause hazards are:
1. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash-fire due to leakage fed unleaded gasoline to SOTRAPIL manifold
(rupture 100%), with and without regard to the check valve,
2. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash-fire due to leakage fed unleaded gasoline to SOTRAPIL manifold
(30% leak)
3. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash-fire due to leakage fed unleaded gasoline to SOTRAPIL manifold
(3% leak)
6. bowl of fire and UVCE / Flash fire due to evaporation of a body of AVGAS in trough No. 4B,
8. Tray Fire,
12. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash-fire due to evaporation of the sheet on the loading area tankers,
14. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash fire due to evaporation of a body of the post AVGAS drumming,
16. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash-fire due to leakage of AVGAS fed to the pier (rupture 100% or
flexible pull-out),
17. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash-fire due to leakage of AVGAS fed to the pier (30% leak)
18. sheet of fire and UVCE / Flash-fire due to leakage of AVGAS fed to the pier (3% leak)
The preliminary risk analysis has also highlighted a number of actions that VIVO ENERGY Tunisia is
committed to implement. The list of actions and maturity of realization is given below:
Enslave the very low level bins to trigger the alarm Immediate
Loading tankers
Installation of a sprinkler system at the unloading station Middle term
Purging tankers - -
Traffic tankers - -
Effluent treatment - -
Board 8 : Actions implemented by VIVO ENERGY Tunisia following the Preliminary Risk Analysis