In his remarks, Abbaszadeh identified adherence to guidelines,
processes, technologies, and management approaches as the three essential
pillars of effective process safety management. He stressed that management
practices play a pivotal role and urged that directives from senior committees
be taken seriously by managers and swiftly communicated to their teams.
Highlighting the growth of the petrochemical industry, which currently
boasts a nominal capacity of nearly 100 million tons, Abbaszadeh projected that
production capacity would increase to 131 million tons annually by the end of
the Seventh Development Plan. He noted that about 80% of the petrochemical
industry’s capacity is currently utilized, while the remaining 20% is inactive
due to various factors, including feedstock shortages, maintenance, and process-related
issues.
Abbaszadeh pointed out that approximately 60% of the production
shortfall is attributable to feedstock shortages, though process issues also
significantly impact output.
He reiterated the importance of process safety, particularly given the
nature of the chemicals involved in the industry. "Chemical leaks must be
taken very seriously," he asserted, urging continuous attention to process
safety, especially in areas where the petrochemical industry is in close
proximity to surrounding communities.