Introduction to Chemical Cleaning

Process systems and pipelines carry a huge volume of fluids in various different sectors of industry.  Any reduction in operation or flow can be costly.  Cleaning with specialist chemicals is very versatile, and it can be designed to suit many different cleaning situations.  This course will show you the when, where and how of chemical cleaning, including degreasing, chemical selection options and essential health and safety precautions.

Approximate course duration: 90 minutes.

Module One

The aim of this module is to teach you about the following subjects:

• What chemical cleaning is
• Where chemical cleaning is performed
• Why do we need chemical cleaning

Approximate module duration: 20 minutes.

Module Two

The aim of this module is to teach you about the following subjects:

• The chemicals used for chemical cleaning
• Where chemical cleaning is performed
• How we de-grease and de-rust systems
• How we decontaminate systems

Approximate module duration: 45 minutes.

Module Three

The aim of this module is to teach you about the following subjects:

• The restrictions of chemical cleaning
• What the risks of chemical cleaning are
• Precautions to take when using chemical cleaning

Approximate module duration: 25 minutes.