CC-95-128 OPERATOR ADVISOR SYSTEM FOR PROCEDURE MANAGEMENT

Description:

BP has developed and implemented an on-line knowledge-based system for improved management of planned transitions such as start-ups and shutdows. The objective is to give the operator a better tool than paper-based checklists for improving the reliability of transitional operations. The system includes live process data momtoring, automatic record keeping. and a graphical user interface. It continuousl!- momtors process data to verify- normal completion or to advise the operator of unexpected conditions. The user interface provides a visual overview to the complete procedure and point-and-click access to specific details. The experience of installing the system for start-up of a grass roots unit will be described.