This concept is something that has been proven to work on many occasions, and can be particularly useful when having very little to no time to prepare for a HAZOP.
How to split Nodes:
1) In small facilities (up to 3-5 P&IDs), consolidating all P&IDs into a single Node enhances team focus, enabling comprehensive analysis of integrated operations for maximum insights.
2) Larger facilities (several dozens of P&IDs) benefit from utilizing design intent to split Nodes logically. For instance, in a fractionation train, grouping similar components like columns and flash vessels as a single Node streamlines cause-consequence analysis.
3) For multiple facilities with akin configurations (e.g., gathering centers, compression stations), creating Nodes that can be replicated across sites facilitates easy reproduction and subsequent HAZOP application through the copy/paste/edit approach.
Efficient Node setup in HAZOP optimizes analysis and decision-making, ensuring thorough evaluations in different environments.
