Practical, field-tested guidance for safely operating, maintaining, and managing biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities at water resource recovery facilities.
Guidelines for the Safe Operation of Biogas and RNG Facilities provides practical guidance for the safe operation, maintenance, and management of biogas and RNG facilities at water resource recovery facilities and other biogas-producing operations.
Developed by industry experts, this publication presents current best practices for identifying and managing hazards associated with biogas production, gas handling, upgrading, storage, and utilization. It addresses operational procedures, preventive maintenance, emergency preparedness, and regulatory considerations to support safe, reliable facility performance and reduce operational risk.
Guidelines for the Safe Operation of Biogas and RNG Facilities includes
- Comprehensive guidance on the safe operation and maintenance of biogas and RNG facilities.
- Industry best practices for hazard identification, risk management, and emergency preparedness.
- Practical guidance for facility operations, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
- Current information on regulatory considerations and safe handling of biogas hazards.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Biogas Generation
Chapter 3 Biogas Upgrading Equipment and Processes
Chapter 4 RNG Production for Pipeline Injection
Chapter 5 Hazard Prevention
Chapter 6 Developing Industry Safety Guidelines
Chapter 7 Flammable Gas System Purging
Chapter 8 Key Elements and Best Practice
Chapter 9 Incident Management Chapter 10 Conclusion