Dr. Krishnasamy Raman

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Air Quality Specialist

900-***-****

Career Objective

To obtain a challenging position as an air quality engineer in a prestigious firm, where my expertise and skills will be utilized for the development of the organization as well as to hone my own professional experience.

Summary of Skills

Excellent experience in meteorological and air quality assessment

Sound knowledge and proficiency in handling several air dispersion model software and applications in air quality field

Extensive knowledge of investigative sampling, testing methods, procedures and protocols for air quality programs

Extensive consulting experience in aluminum smelter, petrochemical, fertilizer, refinery, steel, oil & gas industry air permitting

Skilled in air quality research, training and lead seminars to resolve air emission technical problems

Performed a variety of assignments involving research, air quality data analysis and training in Qatar

Participated in monitoring local air quality by installing, calibrating, collecting and processing data

Sound knowledge of the equipment used in air quality/monitoring programs

Ability to prepare tender document and technical evaluation for air quality analyzer selection

In-depth knowledge of air permitting and compliance requirements for environmental agencies

Familiar with measuring standards and permissible levels of air quality

Developed and prepared sophisticated air emissions estimation programs

Supported Installation & commissioning of continuous air emission monitoring systems and mobile air quality stations.

Supported environmental impact statements and environmental assessment

Ability to write detailed reports and make analysis based on obtained air quality data

Facilitated and administered source emission, indoor air, ambient air quality evaluation

Skilled at building teams, coaching and helping teams meet targets

Education

Ph.D., – Boundary layer characteristics on atmospheric dispersion over desert climate conditions - MS University, India

Master of Technology (M. Tech) - Atmospheric Sciences,

Air Pollution Meteorology, Department of Meteorology & Oceanography,

Andhra University, India

Publications

Planning and Developing Greenhouse Gas Emission Inventories for Large Industrial Cities in Qatar. 19th International Emission Inventory Conference – Emission Inventory and Analysis Group, Air Quality Assessment Division, USEPA.

Environmental Impact Assessment Study for Oman LNG expansion project, air quality assessment using Industrial Source Code Model, (Journal of Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry).

Seasonal variation of atmospheric stability over desert climate conditions using Monin-Obukhov method, (International Journal of Natural and Applied Science).

Software Knowledge

AERMOD

USEPA approved air dispersion model application

CALPUFF

USEPA approved air dispersion model application

CALROAD

USEPA approved air dispersion model application

SCREEN

USEPA approved air dispersion model application

Career Summery

Environmental Specialist

Qatar Solar Technology,

Ras Laffan, Qatar

2013- Present

Preparation of all essential permit applications and liaise with regulatory agencies in Qatar

Implementing environmental monitoring program as per permit conditions

Providing technical support in preparation of environmental impact assessment report

Coordination with industrial cities for waste disposal and waste management.

Developed construction and operation management plan for polysilicon process

Liaise with Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME) for chemical import license

Air Quality Specialist

Environmental Studies Center,

Qatar University, Qatar

2008- 2013

Performed a variety of assignments involving air quality research and technical data analysis from air quality monitor

Team leader in air quality related projects and team development

Provide leadership, knowledge and technical guidance to the air quality assessment teams in project

Managed two continuous air quality monitoring stations, calibration and collection of data.

Participated in monitoring air quality around Doha by installing, calibrating, collecting and processing data.

Analyze the assessment results and quantify findings to prepare a comprehensive air quality report

Train team members on scientific methods and practices of conducting air quality analysis

Frequently used troubleshooting skills to resolve air quality monitoring equipment issues.

Provided training on air quality dispersion modelling software like AERMOD, CALPUFF, CALROAD and ISC models to Student and environmental engineer working various industries in Qatar.

Proven achievements in developing young Qatari students in Qatar University

Conducted various seminars to resolve technical problems related to air quality and source emission.

Environmental Manager

Envirotech Consultancy Bahrain

2004- 2008

Provided air quality compliance services to oil & gas clients

Preparation of tender document for emission analyzer

Analyzed environmental project budget and planned work accordingly

Assisted in preparation of air quality regulatory applicability analyses to refinery and aluminum smelter industries

Installation, calibration and data processing for continuous emission monitoring system (CEMS) for source emissions in refinery.

Open path monitoring system installation for pot rooms in aluminum smelters

Scheduled and coordinated stack testing for aluminum, oil & gas, fertilizer and petrochemical industries.

Coordinated fugitive emission monitoring study, various industries in GCC

Conducted risk assessment analyses and indoor toxic risk screening studies

Air Quality Consultant

HMR Environmental Consultants, Oman

1999- 2004

Managed continuous ambient air quality analyzer Installation, commissioning and operation for a period of 3 years.

Ambient air quality monitoring equipment tender evaluation.

Ambient air quality analyzer data collection and performed trend analysis to verify the emissions are within the stipulated limits of the National Air Quality Standards.

Team member in data Interpretation and trend analysis of source emission.

Meteorological data collection and analysis for air dispersion calculations.

Team leader in source performance test for power plant & refinery

Team leader in flare emission modeling and reporting studies to Petroleum Development Oman

Team member in environmental impact assessment studies.

Team member in baseline monitoring studies including odor investigation

Visited regulatory agencies to negotiate and get updates

Environment Engineer

Société Générale de Surveillanc (SGS)

India Limited, Chennai.

1997-1999

Assisted in preparation of environmental impact assessment report.

Team member in air quality monitoring data collection.

Team member in air quality analyzer calibration and maintenance.

Air & noise data collection from continuous monitoring analyzer.

Team member in air dispersion model studies.

Prepared all essential permit applications and got permission from regulatory agencies

Research Associate

Cell for Industrial Safety and Risk Analysis, Chennai, India

1995-1996

Developing air dispersion model for Indian climatic conditions

Team member in air quality capacity study for industrial city

Project Reference

Air Quality Assessment Study, Urban Planning Development Authority, Qatar

The objective of the study was to monitor criteria pollutant using automatic analyzer. Seven monitoring locations were identified around Doha, using geographical and historical meteorological data. The monitoring locations were identified using wind rose diagram and screen model. Established a monitoring station at all the seven locations for continuous monitoring of the ambient air quality and performed data trend analysis to verify the emissions are within the stipulated limits of the National Air Quality Standards.

Ambient Air Quality Assessment Study, BARWA City Development and

Al Wakra Hospital Project, Qatar

The objective of the study was to obtain the environmental permit for the new hospital in AL Wakra. Particulate Matter (PM10), Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx ), Sulphur dioxide (SO2), Ozone (O3 ), Carbon monoxide (CO) and Hydrocarbon (HC) were assessed using automatic analyzer. Established a monitoring station at Al Wakra for continuous monitoring of the ambient air quality and performed data trend analysis to verify the emissions are within the stipulated limits of the National Air Quality Standards.

Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Program, Petroleum Development Oman

The objective of the study was to monitor criteria pollutant using automatic analyzer manufactured by Environment S.A. Established a monitoring station for continuous monitoring of the ambient air quality and performed data trend analysis. Managed procurement, installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the air quality station for a period of 3 –years.

Ambient Air Quality Assessment during Zauliyah Oil Well Blowout, Petroleum Development Oman

To assess the ambient air quality during Zauliyah-16 oil well blow-out and subsequent major fire. Zauliyah well 16 suffered uncontrolled blow-out, wellhead caught fire, performed live monitoring of ambient air quality, changing dispersion trends and development of daily mitigation plans and reported to Corporate Health, Environment & Safety Department- PDO.

EIA Studies,

OLNG, Train 3, Oman

Team leader for air quality assessment for OLNG Train 3 expansion, a detailed air monitoring plan was developed as a part of environmental impact assessment study. Stack design calculation, emission estimation, emission monitoring, computer simulation modelling (ISC) for ground level concentrations and identification of impacts were performed.

Harweel Field Flare Emission Studies, Oman

The scope of the work was to assess the ground level concentration from the Harweel flares stack emissions and developed a mitigation plan for critical receptors. Dispersion model was used in the prediction of ground level concentration.

Air Dispersion Model Training Course, Qatar

AERMOD dispersion model course were conducted for various research, educational and industries in the Gulf region.

Performance Monitoring of Continuous Emission Analyzers Projects, Bahrain

Installation of open path analyzer in pot rooms in aluminum smelter. HF & dust analyzers installation, commissioning and calibration in smelter plant stacks. Open path ambient analyzer and continuous emission monitoring system (CEMS) performance analysis in various industries. Further online performance monitoring, calibration of the analyzer systems to verify and conform to the performance requirements.

Hydrocarbon Monitoring, Petroleum Development of Oman

The objective of the work was to monitor the total volatile organic compounds (TVOC) concentrations at waste management complex using Photovac 2020 photoionization detector (PID). Monitoring of temperature, humidity, wind speed, direction and solar radiation using automatic weather station. Passive sampling badges were used to assess the level of exposure of volatile organic compounds to the workers in the complex.

Stack Performance Studies at

Ras Laffan Power Company, Qatar

The objective of the study was to monitor the stack gas concentration during first firing and turbine tuning. Oxygen, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and sulphur dioxide were monitored during stack emission performance test to calibrate the NOx firing rates during the normal operation of the plant.

Fugitive Emission Study, Qatar Fertilizer Company (QAFCO), Qatar

The objective of the work was to carryout fugitive emission calculation and reporting (LDAR). The pilot study was carried out in QAFCO and proposed various improvement opportunities in process design.

Ambient Air Quality Study, Occidental Oman (OXY)

The objective was to monitor the ambient air quality in and around Occidental oil producing field in Oman. The study used SCREEN 3 dispersion model to identify the representative monitoring locations strategically based on the critical receptors versus dispersion distance.

H2S Risk Assessment Study, Al Noor, Petroleum Development Oman

The objective of the work was to assess the hydrogen sulphide (H2S) concentration during the initial flaring from the Al Noor production station in PDO. Established a temporary meteorological station to provide live input on the weather update, performance of air dispersion model studies, and verification of the results with the ambient air concentration analysis and further developed a risk mitigation plan for the employees at the perimeters of the facility.

Ambient Ammonia & Hydrogen Sulphide Monitoring Study, Qatar

The objective was to monitor ambient ammonia and hydrogen sulphide around industrial area in Doha. SCREEN 3 dispersion model was used to identify the representative monitoring locations strategically based on the critical receptors versus dispersion distance.

Air Quality Analyzer Skills

Lancom III

Portable stack gas analyzer

(O2, CO, CO2, NO, NO2, NOx,H2S & SO2)

Horiba

Ambient air quality analyzer

(meteorological parameters, CO, NO, NO2, NOx,H2S,

SO2, O3 & PM10 )

Land CEMS

Continuous emission analyzer (CO, NOx & O2)

NEO Monitor

Continuous emission analyzer (HF & Dust)

OPSIS

Open path ambient air quality monitor

Criteria pollutant monitor and software

TCR

Stack Iso-kinetic sampler

(PM10 & Total Suspended Dust)

TCR

Ambient particulate sampler

( PM10 & Total Suspended Dust)

ETL

Ambient air quality monitor

( CO, O3, H2S, NH3 & NOx)

Quest

Indoor air quality analyzer

(CO, CO2, O2, NO, NO2, NOx,HF&NH3)

Thermo

Indoor particulate analyzer (PM10)

Ion Science

Total Volatile Organic Compound monitor (TVOC)

Environment SA

Mobile & Fixed ambient air quality analyzer

(CO, NOx, SO2,O3 & PM10)

Airpointer

Ambient air quality analyzer

( CO, NO, NO2, NOx,H2S, SO2, O3 & PM10 )

Health Safety & Environment Training

Greenhouse gas inventory from Trinity Consultants, Qatar

Air Dispersion modeling course certificate from Trinity Consultants, Qatar

Stack emission monitoring instrument training from Land Instruments, UK

Air quality analyzer training from TCR Tecora, Italy

Air quality data validation training from Air pointer, Austria

H2S awareness certificate from Occupational Training Institute, Oman

Membership

Air & Waste Management Association (AWMA)

Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA)

CO2 Forum, Qatar

Personal Detail

Full Name

Krishnasamy Raman

Nationality

Indian

Date of Birth

30th June 1968

Marital Status

Married

Number of Children

Two

Driving License

Valid Qatar Driving License Holder

Contact Details

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Regards

Krishnasamy Raman

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