More issues with layer of protection analysis—From the originators
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DOI: 10.1002/prs.12295
Abstract: Layer of protection analysis (LOPA) has now been around for more 25 years and in general use for now 20 years, starting with the initial textbook being officially published in 2001. Two companion books have been published… read more here.
Keywords: issues layer; protection; protection analysis; layer protection ... See more keywords
Application of layers of protection analysis to prevent coronavirus infection
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DOI: 10.1002/prs.12362
Abstract: Layers of protection analysis (LOPA) methodology is applied to an encounter with the SARS-COV-2 infection as an initiating event, and subsequently, independent protection layers (IPLs) (namely health safeguarding protocols), such as social distancing, ventilation, hand… read more here.
Keywords: protection; protection analysis; infection; rate ... See more keywords
Applying the layers of protection analysis (LOPA) method to high containment level biological facilities
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-88546-8
Abstract: The Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) method is a semi-quantitative risk assessment tool that is used to determine the ability of safeguards to protect against unplanned hazardous scenarios. One possible outcome of a LOPA is… read more here.
Keywords: level; layers protection; lopa method; lopa ... See more keywords