Turnaround and Maintenance Planning for Refineries

Planning and Preparation for Turnaround

• Importance of turnaround planning in refinery operations.
• Key stages in the turnaround process: preparation, execution, and follow-up.
• Defining scope, goals, and deliverables for turnaround.
• Developing a comprehensive turnaround plan.
• Resource allocation and budgeting for turnaround activities.
• Stakeholder involvement and communication.

Risk Management and Safety Protocols

• Identifying and assessing risks during turnaround operations.
• Implementing safety measures and protocols.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.
• Crisis management and emergency response planning.
• Mitigating operational downtime and hazards during maintenance.

Scheduling and Resource Management

• Techniques for effective turnaround scheduling.
• Resource planning: manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Coordination of tasks and dependencies in turnaround execution.
• Managing vendor and contractor involvement.
• Using software tools for scheduling and resource tracking.
• Strategies for minimizing delays and disruptions.

Post-Turnaround Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

• Evaluating the success of a turnaround project.
• Analyzing performance metrics: downtime, costs, and quality.
• Implementing corrective actions and lessons learned.
• Continuous improvement strategies for future turnarounds

1ST BATCH: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 — Friday, February 27, 2026.

2ND BATCH: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 — Friday, July 3, 2026.

3RD BATCH: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 — Friday, October 30, 2026.

The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.