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cleaning or maintenance duties . This part of the process is to identify and address potential hazards to mitigate the risk of injury or unplanned shutdown . Before work begins , a work permit is issued , listing the conditions and requirements to perform the work in the field ,” Tami summarizes . Once the project is complete , Tami and her team follow up to see if any learned lessons can be shared with other facilities and project sites .
Environmental commitment In the context of the environment , reliability means operating and maintaining sustainable equipment . The goals are specific , measurable , and accountable , contributing to a cleaner future . Tami describes this commitment to the environment , saying , “ Air Products invests heavily in green technology and has dedicated resources for environmental projects . The commitment to lowering the carbon footprint is at the forefront of the industry . Reduction of various emissions and reduction of waste are achievable with proper planning and execution . Our goal is to operate and maintain environmentally friendly and reliable equipment . From an energy standpoint , Air Products invests in facilities that reduce the carbon footprint and categorize energy into different compartments . The projects that Tami focuses on include resources designated for the sustainability of the environment . “ Air Products and Chemicals has projects in Houston , where
Tami is the author of the book , Succeed in Business with Reliability Focused Maintenance , which is available in Amazon hard copy , Kindle , and audio versions . She is also the Vice President of the Society of Maintenance and Reliability Professionals .
this commitment is implemented , as well as projects that take place globally . We have dedicated resources to meet the global push towards cleaner energy .”
Future of the industry Looking ahead , knowledge transfer and the endeavor to embrace new technologies are key to success in the industry . Tami reiterated , “ Capitalizing on technological advancements helps reduce costs and enhance safety , while bridging knowledge gaps for a more sustainable and efficient industry . I believe seasoned industry professionals must offer training programs , seminars , and ideally take the time to transfer knowledge to new industry professionals . If you are a newcomer to the industry , you have ideas and perspectives to improve performance and work processes . Staying informed of technological advancements and applying reliability techniques facilitate data driven decisions resulting in a safer industry and a safer world for generations to come ,” she concluded .

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