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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

The root cause of many accidents can be traced back to inadequate communication and employee training. This course discusses training as part of the Process Safety Management (PSM) series and presents information on the training requirements for employees working in process industries. Topics in this course include: Requirements, Responsibilities, Training Types, and Refresher Training. After completing this course, learners will be able to recognize the training requirements of the PSM regulations, identify what kind of training employers should provide, recognize the different training methods that might be used, and identify training documentation requirements. Read more

Radiofrequency (RF) is an invisible energy that we use in most wireless equipment and devices, such as those for communication and heating. Although it has many important uses, RF energy also has risks that you need to understand and avoid. Take this course to learn what RF energy is, where you may find it, its hazards, how to avoid them and what to do if you've been overexposed. This course is ideal for anyone who may be exposed to RF energy. Read more