OVERVIEW
This one-day course provides participants with an introduction to Process Safety Management (PSM), focusing on fundamental principles, practices, and regulations aimed at preventing catastrophic incidents in industrial processes. Through a blend of theoretical concepts, case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will gain a solid understanding of key elements essential for managing process safety effectively.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is tailored to benefit a wide range of professionals involved in industrial processes, including process controllers, panel group leaders, supervisors, newly appointed managers, junior managers, safety representatives, and newly qualified health and safety advisors. Whether you’re overseeing operations, leading teams, or responsible for safety, this program equips you with essential knowledge and practices to effectively manage process safety and mitigate potential hazards.
COURSE DETAILS
COURSE DURATION | LANGUAGE | CERTIFICATE |
| 8-Hours | English | DISS |
| *Please notify us if an interpretation is required | *Validity: 2 Years |
COURSE OBJECTIVE
- Understand the importance of process safety in preventing major accidents.
- Familiarize yourself with key principles and regulations governing process safety management.
- Identify potential hazards in industrial processes and methods for their mitigation.
- Learn about the elements of a robust process safety management system.
- Gain insights into case studies highlighting the consequences of inadequate process safety measures.
- Explore best practices for continuous improvement in process safety performance.
COURSE CONTENT
Introduction to Process Safety Management
- Definition and significance of process safety
- Historical incidents and their impact
Fundamentals of Process Safety
- Understanding hazards vs. risks
- Major accident hazards (MAHs) and their characteristics
Elements of Process Safety Management System
- Process safety culture and leadership commitment.
- Process safety information (PSI) and hazard identification.
- Operating procedures and safe work practices
Risk Assessment and Management
- Introduction to process hazard analysis (PHA)
- Methods for identifying and assessing process hazards (e.g., HAZOP, FMEA)
- Risk management techniques: hierarchy of controls, ALARP principle.
Mechanical Integrity and Asset Management
- Importance of mechanical integrity in preventing process failures
- Inspection and maintenance strategies
- Management of change (MOC) procedures
Emergency Response and Incident Investigation
- Emergency preparedness and response planning
- Incident investigation methodologies
- Learning from incidents: root cause analysis and corrective actions
Fire & Explosion Protection.
- Fire Hazards
- Fire and Explosion control.
- Dust Explosion
Continuous Improvement in Process Safety
- Performance indicators and leading metrics
- Importance of employee involvement and feedback mechanisms
Case Studies and Interactive Discussions
- Analysis of real-life incidents and their root causes
- Group discussions on lessons learned and best practices.
- Interactive exercises to reinforce learning objectives.
