Three essential stages for those in the chemical industry!

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This post was last edited by Catalyzing a Grain on 2018-9-24 at 11:28. Three stages that every chemical industry worker goes through – spot on! First, the fear stage. At that time, I was just starting to get involved in chemical production and realized how little I knew. Listening to the deafening noise of the pumps and the hissing of steam ； Beyond the view of all the mountains from atop the tall tower, my legs also trembled ； Faced with the dazzling DCS interface, I was at a loss; holding the mouse in my hand, I didn’t dare to click it for ages, covered in sweat. Second, the fear-free stage. About 1-2 years of experience in the chemical industry; one thinks, like an experienced driver, that they know everything – starting and stopping processes, handling emergencies related to water, electricity, and gas, adjusting product quality – it seems like everything is under control. Based on safety operating procedures, better and more efficient ways of production can be developed, leading to a deeper understanding of output, quality, and material consumption; however, this may also result in the neglect of certain safety steps, thereby creating potential safety hazards. Third, the stage of trepidation. Having experienced various strange and unusual accidents, a prominent feature of them is that they fall outside the scope of one’s experience and defy one’s common sense. This is actually a sign of the increasing complexity in chemical production; long-term chemical reactions involving invisible processes can quietly create hidden risks ； There are established procedures for handling such situations, but there is still the risk of black swan events ； Carelessness that results from working for long periods of time ； Lack of communication among various parties involved in the work ； Dangerous and ignorant operations by newcomers or confused people. Wait, wait—everything will keep reminding you; you still have a very developed ability to break out in a cold sweat all over your body. By the third stage, most chemical industry workers become highly sensitive to potential hazards, and their awareness of safe production increases significantly. Relatively speaking, the willingness to innovate has declined, and even when it comes to process improvements, caution is exercised. There is a humorous poem that captures the true feelings of veteran chemical engineers: The moon shines faintly through the slanted window; the towers are tall, with lights that shine as if it were day. Patrolling a hundred miles in a day, fearing I might overlook something. As shadows flicker, the spring night is as cool as autumn. Return home in peace, and enjoy a cup of wine in leisure. Everyone in the chemical industry, have you gone through this phase?