705-19 - Support Plants and Regulations

Refineries consist of process systems that produce usable, finished petroleum products. These systems are often considered the refinery's most important features. However, refineries are also supported by any number of additional facilities and plants, called off-sites. These off-sites are equally critical in the production and distribution of finished products as the on-site process systems. A refinery's design, location, and corresponding environmental and product regulations determine the off-site facilities needed to ensure seamless and compliant operation. The Support Plants and Regulations training course explains the purpose of off-sites. It discusses each off-site facility or process and identifies the regulations related to off-site processes. This online course explores off-site facility basics, tankage, flare systems, utilities, and environmental treatment. Support Plants and Regulations is part of the Refinery Operations training series.