Kevin was tasked by corporate to enhance the knockout tag strategy, aiming to boost turnaround efficiency and minimize downtime. TotalEnergies initially employed a standard Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) strategy, where multiple locks were placed on isolation points by each team involved in the turnaround. Despite optimal isolation and tag-out plans, locks were frequently left in the field, necessitating a time-consuming cut lock procedure that delayed startups.

Kevin introduced a lockbox strategy to provide greater continuity while maintaining operational ownership of fieldwork. A pilot test demonstrated the strategy's effectiveness, leading to its enterprise-wide implementation across all turnaround teams.

For the strategy to deliver business-wide value, a robust change management plan with clear communication channels was essential. Forward planning included consultations to identify anticipated pain points, develop mitigation plans, and effectively present the strategy to turnaround teams.

In this session, Kevin will guide us through the entire process of optimizing TotalEnergies turnarounds, from strategy creation to implementation.