Analysing the interactions and complexities of the operations in the production area of an FPSO platform using the functional resonance analysis method (FRAM)

Abstract The technological evolution of several productive sectors society has demanded the same level for oil and gas industry, both energy production their own systems’ functioning. crude natural in offshore units is one answers to this demand. However, these have critical onboard activities risks, notably FPSO units; it necessary adequate recognition elements that can support manage enabling safe operations. In sense, article aims increase understanding complex interactions inherent safety issues arise operations FPSOs, observing analysing work done such platforms. FRAM methodology been chosen because allows analysis involving workers, equipment, system environment, focusing on treatment area process plant. results demonstrated some interesting findings regarding relationship between human competences, demands safety.