Scope of Work:
This project examined occupational health and safety noise exposure from a plant noise emissions perspective.  The Oil Sands Upgrader project involved a vast array of mechanical, piping and electrical plant – some of which in “standard” configuration, emits noise levels beyond the exposure limits of the Alberta Occupational Health & Safety Code.

ATCO was requested to complete the plant noise study in parallel with the detailed engineering phase of the project, such that any necessary equipment noise control measures could be integrated into the equipment procurement phase, and therefore avoid costly noise control retrofit work on site, in the post-commissioning phase.

The project was divided into multiple main process areas, each being managed by a separate EPC company.  The noise study required not only direct interface with the principal Client, but also with each of the EPC’s.  ATCO ensured the accurate and consistent exchange of information across all parties. 

The plant and equipment for this project was procured from all across the globe.  Communicating the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Code to all parties involved was essential in ensuring a focus on implementing engineering noise control measures.