About Our Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course

Time Training Center’s 5-day/30-hour Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course helps you to identify, assess, and mitigate fire hazards in storage tank operations. Fire incidents involving storage tanks can escalate rapidly into catastrophic events, leading to severe environmental damage, massive financial loss, and, most critically, risk to life. With increasing operational complexity and regulatory scrutiny, the need for a robust and proactive approach to managing fire hazards in flammable liquid storage and transfer facilities has never been more urgent.

Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management offers an in-depth and highly practical framework for understanding, evaluating, and mitigating fire hazards associated with both atmospheric and pressurized storage tanks. Designed for fire safety professionals, emergency responders, and operations personnel, the training provides the tools and technical insights required to develop, implement, and audit comprehensive Fire Hazard Management (FHM) strategies.

Through a combination of real-life case studies—such as the Buncefield disaster—and global best practices, participants will explore all key elements of tank fire risk management. These include fire scenario modeling, fire prevention engineering, detection technologies, foam system design, mobile firefighting solutions, emergency planning, and post-incident reviews. Emphasis is placed on integrating practical solutions with compliance to international standards, ensuring that fire response capabilities are not only effective but also sustainable and cost-efficient.

Whether you're aiming to strengthen frontline response strategies or to lead the development of fire safety policies at the corporate level, this course delivers the critical knowledge and confidence needed to manage the risks of tank fires before, during, and after they occur.

Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and processes of fire hazard management for storage tanks and transfer facilities
• Analyse fire and explosion scenarios associated with atmospheric and pressurised storage tanks
• Identify and evaluate risk reduction options to minimise fire hazards in tank farms
• Review design and engineering features of tank fire protection systems, including foam and water-based systems
• Select appropriate foam types, proportioning systems, and application techniques for tank fire control
• Examine case studies and lessons learned from major tank fire incidents, including Buncefield
• Apply effective incident detection, monitoring, and response strategies for storage tank environments
• Plan and conduct emergency response exercises and pre-incident planning for tank fire scenarios
• Audit existing fire hazard management systems for performance, compliance, and improvement opportunities
• Integrate environmental considerations and regulatory compliance into fire hazard management strategies

Who Should Attend Our Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course?

This course is highly beneficial for professionals responsible for safety, emergency response, and operational integrity of flammable liquid storage systems, including:

• Safety Professionals and Fire Engineers
• Emergency Response Coordinators and Incident Commanders
• Fire Process Safety Managers and Loss Prevention Engineers
• HSE Officers, Engineers, and Managers
• Terminal and Tank Farm Operations Personnel
• Control Room Operators and Supervisors
• Security Personnel involved in emergency response
• Insurance Risk Assessors and Auditors
• Engineering and Project Managers involved in tank design and upgrades
• Regulatory Compliance Officers and Inspectors

Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course Instructor

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course Outline

Module 1: Understanding Tank Fire Hazards and Incident Case Studies

• Pre-test assessment of existing knowledge
• Major tank fire incident case study
• Tank fire scenarios and escalation potential
• Review of historical incidents, including Buncefield
• Buncefield process safety leadership group recommendations

Module 2: Fire Hazard Management Framework and Regulations

• Fire hazard management process and principles
• Legislative trends and safety case development
• Overview of compliance with international standards

Module 3: Tank Types, Risk Profiles, and Fire Scenario Planning

• Atmospheric and pressurised storage tanks
• Risk profiling and hazard identification
• Fire and explosion types and their effects

Module 4: Detection and Fire Suppression Systems

• Incident detection and alarm systems
• Water spray systems for heat control
• Foam systems for storage tanks
• Portable and mobile equipment: capabilities and deployment

Module 5: Firefighting Foam Technology and Application

• Foam concentrate selection and procurement
• Foam application rates and delivery strategies
• Proportioning systems and design standards
• Foam storage, testing, and performance assurance
• Monitor systems and delivery devices

Module 6: Environmental and Operational Considerations

• Environmental impacts of firefighting agents
• Sustainable foam solutions and alternatives
• Integration of foam systems with tank farm operations

Module 7: Emergency Planning, Response & Post-Incident Review

• Specification of major incident response units (MIRU)
• Preplanning and exercising response strategies
• Post-incident reviews and improvement plans
• The LASTFIRE Project overview and findings

Module 8: Applied Case Studies and Final Review

• Real-world fire scenarios and response strategies
• Lessons learned from recent global tank fire incidents

Module 9: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Post-Test Evaluation
• Certificate Presentation

Course Completion Certificate

Upon successfully completing the Storage Tank Fire Hazard Management Course at Time Training Center, participants will receive an official Course Completion Certificate. This certificate recognises their competence in identifying, assessing, and managing fire hazards in storage tank operations.