While QRA approaches are implemented in a large number of countries engaged in LNG activities,
discussion of comparative aspects is strongly associated with the U.S. and the United Kingdom (U.K.), the
latter having implemented QRA within its response to European Norm EN 1473, “Installation and Equipment
for Liquefied Natural Gas – Design of Onshore Installations,”2 and coverage within the U.K. under Control of
Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) regulations affecting LNG facilities and with consultation from the U.K.
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)