An Exploratory Study: Using the job analysis and safety standard operation procedure for real-time measurement of particulate matter emissions (PM1.0, PM2.5, and PM10) from stacks an electrostatic principle

Abstract

This article presents an exploratory study with the objectives of identifying hazards and analyzing tasks to clearly establish safety standard operation procedures for installing PM1.0, PM2.5 and PM10 particle emission measurement devices from the stack using an ionized particle emission meter that continuously reports measurement data online in real-time. This study was conducted using the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) process and the development of Safety Standard Operation Procedure (SSOP) to ensure safe working conditions for the installation of real-time online continuous particulate emission monitoring systems in stack emissions. The analysis considered environmental factors, individual worker conditions and specific job characteristics to establish the safest possible working conditions. A preliminary analysis was then carried out to develop safe working procedures, which were subsequently implemented and tested in a real industrial setting through the installation of a particulate emission monitoring system on an exhaust stack, in order to evaluate the suitability and practicality of the proposed work practices. The results showed that establishing a comprehensive and well-defined SSOP significantly improved workplace safety and was practically applicable in the field. Additionally, the developed SSOP allowed for effective retrospective evaluations, enabling continuous and efficient improvement of the work process