Physical Effects and Consequence Modelling
Loss of containment of hazardous materials can result many impacts such as fires, explosions, smoke and/or toxic dispersion, all of which pose major risks to people, the environment, and physical assets. We apply diverse modelling approaches, from simpler empirical methods to high-end 3D CFD simulations, to predict and mitigate these dangerous outcomes.
Services
- Survey sites in person, using systematic checklists to gather operational insights
- Use empirical screening models for quick, initial assessments
- Adopt 3D CFD simulations for detailed, complex scenarios
- Calculate the thermal radiation footprint of jet, pool, and flash fires
- Evaluate explosion overpressure and drag load, including exceedance analysis
- Model dispersions of flammable gas, toxic gas, smoke, and oil
- Examine BLEVE (Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapour Explosion) potential and escalation risks
- Identify design accident loads and ensure systems can cope under stress
- Undertake flare and vent studies focusing on dispersion and thermal radiation
- Assess system and structural responses to major accident hazards
- Review fire and explosion protection systems for gaps or improvements
- Advise on risk reduction techniques to limit potential damage
- Plan for effective escape, evacuation, rescue, and recovery
- Deliver training programmes tailored to consequence modelling and its applications
