Pipeline Operations, Maintenance, and Security Management 30th December – 3rd January, 2025

Course Overview

This comprehensive 5-day course provides participants with the essential knowledge and skills to ensure the safe, efficient, and secure operation of pipeline systems for oil, gas, and other liquids. The program covers critical aspects of pipeline operations, routine and preventive maintenance, condition monitoring, and troubleshooting practices to enhance asset reliability. Emphasis is placed on security management strategies to mitigate risks such as sabotage, theft, cyberattacks, and natural disasters, ensuring the protection and integrity of pipeline infrastructure.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the principles and processes involved in pipeline operations and flow control.

2. Implement preventive and condition-based maintenance practices to improve pipeline reliability.

3. Troubleshoot and resolve common operational issues in pipeline systems.

4. Identify and mitigate security threats, including physical, cyber, and environmental risks.

5. Develop and implement security management plans to protect pipeline assets.

6. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards for pipeline operations and security.

Target Audience

• Pipeline operators and technicians.

• Maintenance and reliability engineers.

• Asset integrity managers.

• Security and safety professionals.

• Operations supervisors and managers.

• Professionals responsible for pipeline monitoring and risk management.

Daily Agenda

Day One: Pipeline Operations and Flow Control

• Overview of pipeline systems and their role in oil and gas transportation.

• Principles of flow control, pressure management, and flow monitoring.

• Pipeline design considerations and operational components.

• Introduction to SCADA systems for pipeline monitoring and control.

• Pipeline start-up, shutdown, and emergency shutdown procedures.

• Case study: Real-world operational challenges and solutions.

Day Two: Pipeline Maintenance Strategies

• Overview of maintenance practices: preventive, predictive, and corrective approaches.

• Condition-based maintenance techniques for pipeline integrity.

• Inspection and monitoring tools: corrosion detection, pressure testing, and leak detection systems.

• Best practices for pipeline cleaning (pigging operations) and maintenance schedules.

• Troubleshooting common pipeline maintenance issues.

• Workshop: Developing a maintenance plan for a sample pipeline system.

Day Three: Pipeline Integrity Management

• Understanding pipeline defects: corrosion, cracks, and mechanical damage.

• Inspection methods: In-line Inspection (ILI) tools and non-destructive testing (NDT).

• Risk-based assessment frameworks for pipeline integrity.

• Strategies for extending pipeline life and mitigating failures.

• Introduction to regulatory standards and compliance in pipeline maintenance.

• Case study: Analysing pipeline integrity challenges and corrective measures.

Day Four: Security Management for Pipeline Systems

• Identifying security threats: physical sabotage, cyberattacks, and third-party interference.

• Security management frameworks and technologies for pipeline protection.

• Implementing surveillance systems: drones, sensors, and remote monitoring tools.

• Cybersecurity measures for SCADA and digital pipeline systems.

• Emergency response planning for security breaches and sabotage.

• Workshop: Developing a pipeline security management plan.

Day Five: Risk Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness

• Environmental risks and their impact on pipeline operations.

• Risk analysis and mitigation strategies for pipeline failures and leaks.

• Emergency response planning and disaster recovery procedures.

• Coordinating with regulatory bodies and stakeholders for compliance.

• Developing an integrated pipeline operations, maintenance, and security strategy.

• Final assessment and group discussion: Best practices in pipeline management.

Why Choose this Course?

This training equips professionals with a holistic understanding of pipeline operations, maintenance, and security management. By integrating advanced maintenance strategies with robust security measures, participants will be prepared to optimise pipeline performance, ensure asset longevity, and mitigate risks effectively.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, participants will:

1. Have a thorough understanding of pipeline operations and maintenance techniques.

2. Be able to implement security management frameworks to protect pipeline infrastructure.

3. Apply effective troubleshooting and preventive maintenance strategies.

4. Recognise and respond to security threats, including physical and cyber risks.

5. Develop integrated plans for pipeline integrity, safety, and emergency preparedness