Acoustic warning system at the Cepsa LPG plant in Gajano

Lafcarr Project & Design has successfully installed an emergency acoustic warning system at Cepsa's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) plant in Gajano, Cantabria. The initiative is part of compliance with the SEVESO regulations, which govern prevention and response to major accidents at sites handling hazardous substances.

Full coverage of the affected area

The system was designed specifically to cover the plant's entire affected area, ensuring a fast, effective response to any eventuality. The aim is for both staff and local residents to receive clear, unmistakable audible alerts in an emergency.

Technology and components deployed

A high-power electronic siren housed in a double protective cabinet has been installed, capable of producing up to 123 dB(C) at 30 metres for optimum acoustic coverage across the whole area.

The system relies on redundant communication channels over GPRS and PMR radio, guaranteeing a reliable signal even during a crisis or network failure.

Industrial safety and SEVESO regulations

The European SEVESO III regulations (Directive 2012/18/EU) require high-risk industrial sites to implement measures that protect both workers and the surrounding area. This Lafcarr project meets that requirement and is an essential part of the External Emergency Plan (PEE) and the plant's Action Plan.

Commitment to the community

This project reinforces Lafcarr and Cepsa's commitment to industrial safety and community protection. Thanks to this solution, residents of Gajano and the surrounding area have a reliable early warning system for critical situations such as leaks or explosions of hazardous substances.

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Find out more here:

• Government of Cantabria:
  🔗 Drill at the Cepsa plant – Gajano (2020)

• Chemical industry:
  🔗 Summary of SEVESO regulations in Spain