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Operating procedures are written instructions employees follow to safely perform their jobs in process operations. This course discusses the operating procedure requirements that are part of the PSM regulations. Topics in this course include: Operating Procedures, Scope, Reviewing Procedures, New Procedures, and Proper Format. After completing this course, learners will be able to identify operating procedures, identify how operating procedures manage the risks and hazards associated with covered processes, and recognize how to develop operating procedures. Read more

Unexpected releases of toxic, reactive, and flammable liquids and gases have caused great harm and numerous deaths. Such events underscore the need for better industry practices and safety management controls. This course introduces the structure of a process safety management (PSM) program for processes involving highly hazardous chemicals. Topics in this course include: Application of PSM, Elements of a PSM Program, and Employee Involvement. After completing this course, learners will be able to recognize the components of a PSM program, the companies and processes that fall under PSM regulations, and the importance of employee involvement in a PSM program. This is the first in a series of courses on process safety management. Read more

In many organizations today, companies have been cited for noncompliance with Process Safety Management violations. One of the most frequently cited is the lack of a Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) when a new or modified system is introduced into a process. This course outlines the purpose of a startup, PSSR, and the process of arranging, planning and implementing PSSRs. Topics in this course include: Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR), Startup Types, and Performing a PSSR. After completing this course, learners will be able to define a PSSR, differentiate the two types of startups, and identify how companies perform PSSRs. Read more

Employers should perform appropriate Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) techniques in their workplace to ensure employee safety. This course describes Process Hazard Analysis techniques as part of the Process Safety Management (PSM) series. Topics in this course include: Controlling Process Hazards, Risk Assessment, PHA Methods, HAZOP Method, FMEA Method, FTA Method, PHA Reports, and Implementation. After completing this course, learners will be able to identify what a PHA is and recognize the different types of PHAs a company can perform. Read more

Los empleadores deben realizar técnicas apropiadas de análisis de peligros del proceso (Process Hazard Analysis, PHA) en su lugar de trabajo para garantizar la seguridad de los empleados. En este curso se describen las técnicas de análisis de peligros del proceso como parte de la serie Gestión de seguridad de procesos (PSM). Los temas de este curso incluyen: Control de peligros de proceso, evaluación de riesgos, métodos de PHA, método HAZOP, método FMEA, método FTA, informes de PHA e implementación. Después de completar este curso, los estudiantes podrán identificar qué es un PHA y reconocer los distintos tipos de análisis de peligros de los procesos que puede realizar una empresa. Read more

In order to understand the hazards associated with a chemical process, documentation relating to the process must be gathered. This data provides the basis for developing process hazard analyses, preparing operating and maintenance procedures, training, performing incident investigations, and managing changes as they occur. This course discusses process safety information (PSI) that is part of the Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations. Topics in this course include: Process Safety Information, Chemicals, Technology, Flow Diagrams, Equipment, and Participation. After completing this course, learners will be able to identify PSI, and recognize the three main PSI categories along with the specific data gathered within them. Read more