Process Safety Management (PSM) is important as improper storage, use, and manufacturing of hazardous chemicals in process industries can have serious impacts. Process industries such as oil and gas typically involve transforming raw materials into finished products through chemical, physical, or biological processes.
These complex processes are also high-risk in nature and hence demand strong and well-defined process safety management.
What is Process Safety Management?
Process safety management is a systematic approach that blends engineering and management skills required to address the safety measures for preventing accidents and near misses which probably can occur due to causes such as explosions, hazardous release, fires and explosions.
Major elements of PSM
Risk assessment and hazard identification
PSM is primarily initiated with an in-depth evaluation of existing processes and identifying the associated risks and hazards.
Process Design and engineering control
This involves implementing engineering controls that protect people against risks and hazards related to industrial processes.
Operating procedures
PSM focuses on developing the procedures that are vital in preventing accidents and effectively communicating them to related personnel.
Training
Well-trained employees form the backbone of an effective PSM. Employees will be given the training and skills to manage the complex processes safely.
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