Process Safety Management (PSM) – 2 Days Training
Purpose
This two‑day training course provides a structured and practical introduction to Process Safety Management (PSM), supported by real‑world major accident case studies and interactive workshops.
The course is designed to enhance understanding of major accident hazards, recognised risk assessment techniques, Safety Case development, and the leadership behaviours required to manage major hazard operations safely and effectively.
The content aligns with recognised good practice, including CCPS Risk‑Based Process Safety, the Energy Institute PSM Framework, and UK regulatory expectations such as COMAH and offshore Safety Case regulations.
Course Learning Objectives
On completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the purpose and principles of Process Safety Management
- Distinguish clearly between process safety and occupational safety
- Identify and assess major accident hazards using recognised methodologies
- Apply HAZID, HAZOP, Bowtie, LOPA, QRA, and ALARP concepts
- Understand the intent, structure, and regulatory role of Safety Cases
- Identify Safety Critical Elements (SCEs) and define performance standards
- Recognise the influence of leadership, culture, competence, and contractor management on process safety performance
- Apply lessons learned from historic major accidents to their own operations
Outline Content
Day 1 – Process Safety Fundamentals and Risk Assessment
- Introduction to Process Safety Management
- Major accident hazards and risk concepts
- HAZID and HAZOP – purpose, methodology, and outputs
- Consequence modelling and risk evaluation
- Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), SIL concepts, and ALARP
- Case studies including Piper Alpha, Bhopal, and LNG facilities
Day 2 – Safety Cases and Operational Control
- Safety Cases – intent, structure, and regulatory expectations
- Bowtie analysis and barrier management
- Safety Critical Elements (SCEs) and performance standards
- Asset integrity and operational safety
- Process safety culture and competence
- Permit‑to‑work, contractor management, and management of change
- Process safety leadership and performance monitoring
- Practical workshops and group exercises
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for personnel involved in major hazard activities, including:
- Operations, engineering, and maintenance teams
- HSE and risk professionals
- Project managers and technical specialists
- Asset managers, duty holder representatives, and supervisors
No prior specialist process safety training is required.
Delivery Method
- Instructor‑led classroom delivery
- Interactive discussions and facilitated workshops
- Real‑world industrial case studies
- Practical, experience‑based learning
Key Benefits
Participants leave with a clear, structured understanding of PSM fundamentals, practical insight into recognised risk assessment tools, and increased confidence to participate in HAZID, HAZOP, Bowtie, and Safety Case activities, while strengthening leadership and safety culture awareness.
Duration
The Process Safety Management (PSM) Training Course runs over 2 days.
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