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Risks assessment in thermal power plants using ISM methodology

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This paper assesses the interrelationships between hazards/risks (considered as barriers) for the effective implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) measures using Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM). We investigate within and among hazard/risk classes and formulate a structural model that identifies and prioritizes their levels. Mitigation strategies for the identified barriers make the research outcome more useful and applicable. Results reveal that insulation failure, barrier (B7), is the most influential hazard; hence, it must be addressed first for the effective implementation of OHS measures in coal-fired thermal power plants. The second barrier in the ISM hierarchy, (B6) fire (mill/pool/jet), and additional hazards and risks require further assessment.

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The work funded by National Social Science Foundation of China. Grant Number: 14BJL045; Shandong provincial social science planning research project. Grant Number: 18BCXJ03; Qingdao social science planning project. Grant Number: QDSKL1801043; Shandong university humanities and social science research project. Grant Number: J18RB189.

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    Yongbo Li

  2. Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kalasalingam University, Ananad Nagar, Krishnankoil, 626126, India

    Bathrinath Sankaranarayanan

  3. Department of Mechanical Engineering, PTR Engineering College, Madurai, India

    D. Thresh Kumar

  4. Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, 129188, Abu Dhabi, UAE

    Ali Diabat

  5. Department of Civil and Urban Engineering, Tandon School of Engineering, New York University, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, USA

    Ali Diabat

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Li, Y., Sankaranarayanan, B., Thresh Kumar, D. et al. Risks assessment in thermal power plants using ISM methodology. Ann Oper Res 279, 89–113 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10479-018-3121-7

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