Course overview
Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Masterclass is a senior-level masterclass on strategy and performance in Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA). It covers the principles, the requirements of OSHA, ISO 45001, CCPS, IEC 61882 and NFPA, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
- Apply the relevant requirements of OSHA, ISO 45001, CCPS, IEC 61882 and NFPA
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Build a business case and roadmap their leadership team can act on
Who should attend
Designed for HSE professionals, supervisors, engineers and managers in senior and leadership roles.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Strategic view of Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)Trends, regulation and what leading companies do differently
- Day 2: Benchmarking and performanceKPIs, maturity models and gap analysis
- Day 3: Lessons from major incidents and projectsDecision points that changed outcomes
- Day 4: Leading the changeBuilding the business case, budget and team capability
- Day 5: Masterclass forumExpert panel, peer exchange and personal roadmap
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14–18 Feb 2027 | Algiers Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 16–27 May 2027 | Amman Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 12–16 Jul 2027 | Tunis Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 5–16 Sep 2027 | Riyadh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 4–8 Oct 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 14–18 Feb 2028 | Singapore Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 6–17 Mar 2028 | Kuala Lumpur Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 Apr 2028 | Zurich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Jul 2028 | Brussels Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 28 Aug – 1 Sep 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 8–12 Jan 2029 | Manchester Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 29 Jan – 9 Feb 2029 | Lagos Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 12–16 Feb 2029 | Budapest Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 6–17 Aug 2029 | Berlin Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 19–23 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 29 Apr – 3 May 2030 | Nairobi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 27 May – 7 Jun 2030 | Prague Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 24–28 Jun 2030 | Istanbul Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 26 Aug – 6 Sep 2030 | Tbilisi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 28 Oct – 1 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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