Topic 4: Safety Analysis in Engineering and Energy System

4.1  Techniques in safety analysis (HAZOP, SWIFT, What-If)
4.2  Application of safety analysis in power plants and grids
4.3  Energy systems design for inherent safety
4.4  eHAZOP implementation in energy system
4.5  HIRARC practice in energy system

4.1  Techniques in safety analysis (HAZOP & What-If) – Read the PDF note below & watch the two videos below:

4.2  Application of safety analysis in power plants and grids —> Read the PDF notes below 

4.3  Energy systems design for inherent safety —> Read the PDF notes below 

4.4  eHAZOP implementation in the energy system —> Read the PDF note below AND
read, learn, and extract information about eHAZOP from the following web resources:

i. https://www.ors-consulting.com/ehazop-hazop-technique-applied-for-electrical-designs

ii. https://cairnrisk.com/knowledge_bank/the-e-hazop-taming-the-risks-of-electrical-systems/

iii. https://ifluids.com/electrical-hazard-operability-or-safety-operability-safop-study/

iv. https://shalesre.com/our-services/e-hazop-using-safan-sysop-and-optan-techniques/

v. https://www.omazaki.co.id/en/ehazop-study-assessment/

vi. https://www.tuvsud.com/en-ae/services/training/process-safety/e-hazop-training

4.5  HIRARC practice in energy system – Read the PDF notes below and also the video below:

Individual Assignment 4 – Refer to ODL System

TOPIC 3 – Introduction to Occupational Safety: Safety Regulations and Risk Assessment

3.1  Safety System and Risk Assessment
3.2  Safety Regulations related to energy system in the world
3.3  Safety Regulations related to energy system in Malaysia
3.4  Overview of safety standards (ISO 45001, OSHA 1910, IEC 61508)
3.5  Elements of a safety management system
3.6  Types and methods of risk assessment

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3.1  Safety System and Risk Assessment – Watch the video below (58.49 minute):

VIDEO WILL BE INSERTED SOON

3.2  Safety Regulations related to energy system in the world – Read the pdf note attached below – “3.2 Notes Electrical Safety Workplace Manual“

3.3  Safety Regulations related to energy system in Malaysia – Read the pdf note attached below – “3.3 ICEM_enhancing electrical safety and competency practice”

3.4  Overview of safety standards (ISO 45001, OSHA 1910, IEC 61508) – Watch all the videos below:

3.5  Elements of a safety management system – Watch the video below:

3.6  Types and methods of risk assessment – Watch the video below:

INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENTS —> Refer ODL Portal

TOPIC 2 – Introduction to Occupational Safety: Energy System Scenario

2.1  Unique hazards in energy generation (thermal, electrical, chemical)
2.2  Hazards in power substations
2.3  Risk landscape of renewable vs. non-renewable energy sectors
2.4  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in energy system
2.5  Past accidents in energy systems (e.g., Fukushima, Texas power crisis)
2.6  Industry-specific safety regulations
2.7  Reflective quiz

2.1  Unique hazards in energy generation (thermal, electrical, chemical) – Watch the video below (1.54 minute):

2.2  Hazards in power substations – Watch the video below (2.40 minute video):

2.3  Risk landscape of renewable vs. non-renewable energy sectors —> Refer to PDF note below


2.4  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in energy system  – Watch the video below (2.29 minute video):

2.5  Past accidents in energy systems (e.g., Fukushima, Texas power crisis) —> Refer to PDF note below

2.6  Industry-specific safety regulations —> Refer to OSHA 1994 Guide (in Week 1)

2.7  Reflective quiz to test your understanding for the first and second week —> Try out this quiz: WILL BE UPDATED. The quiz must be completed before 11pm, 25th Oct 2026. There are 15 objective questions. Do it only after you are ready. You will get the marks right away after submitting the quiz, and it will be counted for your final course marks.

Day 27 – I3P Dashboard Monitoring and JKPD Meeting Bil. 1/2026

Had the Dashboard Monitoring meeting to be embedded in Radis in the morning with I3P project team. After lunch JKPD meeting was held after missing the meeting in November and December 2025.

Day 28 – UTM RMC Strategic Planning

RMC Strategic Planning Workshop 2026 was held as follows:
Date: 28 January 2026
Venue: Main Hall, CTLD, UTM Johor Bahru

Day 26 – Winding Down Meeting with PACD and Project Leader at AMTEC

After last week’s online meeting with PACD team with me and the Director of UTM RMC, we had a meeting from 9am to 1pm with PACD team to discuss on the project progress and also financial commitment.

Day 25 – Completed Catatan Kembara Agung Draft and Sending for Review

After a real super focus since Friday, I finally managed to complete the CKA draft of up to 80% or 168 pages. It was a personal achievement considering I was battling to complete this draft since August 2024.

I shared a copy with my wife and few friends for getting their comments and feedback.

Day 23 – PDF Fund Presentation at UTM ICC

We had a presentation for the rain water purification project for disaster under the Prototype Development Fund (PDF) that was trusted to UTM ICC at 9.15am. PM Dr. Mazura is the project head while Ir. How and myself are the team member. There were 3 panels that include Dr. Ma Kalthum and another 2 person from NADMA and Sirim. It was an interesting session.

Day 22 – Brought my father to HSA for Appointment

I took a leave today which was planned since early January 2026, to bring my father for his neuro appointment. Alhamdulillah everything went well. A new thing is the que system is now using app.

Driving UTM’s Research Mission Through eJournal Management and Academic Commitments

Management Meeting of UTM eJournal No. 1/2025

This afternoon, I attended the UTM eJournal Management Meeting No. 1/2025, held at the Meeting Room of the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic & International), Sultan Ibrahim Chancellery Building (BCSI), UTM Johor Bahru. The meeting began at 2.30 p.m. and was chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siti Rahmah Bt. Awang, Director of UTM Press.

As the Chief Editor for the ASEAN Journal of Engineering Education (AJEE), which is published under Penerbit UTM, I joined fellow editors and committee members to discuss matters related to the strategic direction, quality assurance, and operational management of UTM eJournals. The meeting also revisited the minutes from the 2024 session and deliberated on action items to strengthen UTM’s academic publishing ecosystem.

The importance of this meeting cannot be overstated. As a research university, UTM places strong emphasis on knowledge dissemination and impact through scholarly publications. The UTM eJournals serve not only as platforms for academic exchange but also as benchmarks for quality, visibility, and global engagement. Effective management ensures that these journals uphold international publishing standards, attract high-quality manuscripts, and contribute significantly to UTM’s reputation and standing in the global academic community.

A Side Note on Today’s Tasks

Besides the meeting, today was also filled with several key responsibilities related to teaching, research management, and academic service:

  • ✅ I made substantial progress in preparing the final exam paper and answers for Occupational Safety in Energy System (METE1153). The paper is about 90% complete, with the exam scheduled for next week.

  • ✅ I invigilated an online test for a student who missed the METE1153 test conducted two weeks ago, ensuring fairness and academic integrity.

  • ✅ I responded to the Laporan Perkara Berbangkit (LPB) for the upcoming Management Committee on Research Grants (JKPD) meeting, scheduled for Monday.

  • ✅ At 11.30 a.m., I joined a Pra-JKPD meeting with the Director and Registrar of RMC to finalize preparations ahead of the main session.

  • ✅ I requested the preparation of the project monitoring report to be tabled at both the JKP and JKPD meetings.

  • ✅ I also took some time to watch the Vice-Chancellor’s speech, Amanat NC 2025, streamed live via Facebook, which provided valuable insights into UTM’s direction and strategic priorities for the year.

Reflection

It was a productive day that balanced editorial responsibilities, academic commitments, and research management duties. Being part of the UTM eJournal Management Meeting as Chief Editor of AJEE further reinforced my appreciation of how crucial collaborative effort is in sustaining UTM’s publishing excellence. At the same time, attending to exam preparation, student assessment, and research governance matters, while keeping abreast with the Vice-Chancellor’s vision for UTM, reminded me of the multifaceted nature of academic life, where teaching, research, service, and leadership converge.