When Do We Consider Inherently Safer Options

The two most important tools an architect has are the eraser in the drawing room and the sledge hammer on the construction site. 

It is never too late to consider inherently safer alternatives. Major enhancements to the inherent safety of plants which have been operating for many years have been reported (CCPS, 1993a Wade, 1987 Carrithers et al., 1996) 

Some Key Questions and Decisions Related to Inherently Safer Plant Design (Rogers et al., 1995) 

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Initial Specification What product What capacity Market research Research and Development new product ideas 

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