Shutdown Planning in Remote Sites
Guo-Ya Gan · Asset Management & Maintenance Journal · 2009
Shutdown planning in remote sites has always been inherently more challenging than non-remote sites due to the lack of accessibility. As costs of equipment and labour surmount to premium levels in remote sites, there is a need to optimise the quantity and timing of both in order to achieve effective and efficient shutdowns. This paper discusses the common issues with planning and executing shutdowns in remote sites and proposes several ways to mitigate the effects. Common resource profiles are discussed and the Cost of Shut per Hour (CSH) Method is introduced. A phenomenon in planning, the Domino Effect, is addressed and an experiment was carried out to measure the benefits. Finally, a data flow model is presented as a guide to using information at key decision points.