Shutdowns, Turnarounds and Outages

Why Attend

Planning and managing shutdowns, turnarounds and outages in the process plant environment is a complex and demanding function. If turnarounds are not properly planned, managed and controlled, companies run the risks of serious budget overruns, costly schedule delays and negative impacts on customers.

Overview

Course Outline

Schedule & Fees

Course Methodology

Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing

Course Objectives

To enhance the company’s turnaround management capabilities, and to ensure a team approach in the planning and execution of plant shutdowns and turnarounds.; Provide a comprehensive understanding of effective turnaround management techniques and implementation; Create awareness of strategic planning methods and an integrated organizational approach in the execution of successful turnarounds.; Incorporate latest developments in turnaround planning and management techniques and emerging industry trends; Make the turnaround planning and execution process efficient, professionally rewarding and with the minimum stress and conflict.

Target Audience

Target Competencies

n/a

DAY 1:

Introduction to Shutdowns and Turnarounds

Overview and Introduction
Shutdown Planning Strategy
Shutdown/TA problems and issues.
Management planning

DAY 2:

Shutdown/Turnaround Preparation

Plant shutdown and preparation for maintenance
Work Scope Development and Work Breakdown Structures
Case Study work
Organization and Roles

DAY 3:

Shutdowns/Turnaround Planning Techniques

Developing Shutdown and Turnaround Plans
The Critical Path Planning Method
“Short Cut” Planning Methods
Scheduling multiple projects

DAY 4:

Costs, Control, and Contractors

Developing shutdown budgets
Progress cost control and productivity tracking
Materials planning and control
Contractor Management

DAY 5

Safety, Quality and Risk Management

Safety, Quality and Environmental Management
Risk Management
Integrating risk management into the shutdown plan
Conclusion

$3875

Kuala Lumpur

Country: Malaysia

Duration: One week

Date: 15–19 Sep 2025

$4475

Stavanger

Shutdowns, Turnarounds and Outages

Overview

Course Outline

Schedule & Fees

Course Methodology

Course Objectives

Target Audience

Target Competencies

$3875

Country: Malaysia

Duration: One week

Date: 15–19 Sep 2025

$4475

Country: Norway

Duration: One week

Date: 09–13 Mar 2026