Process Safety Management Refresher Training Purpose of refresher

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Process Safety Management Refresher Training

Process Safety Management Refresher Training

Purpose of refresher training v Reminds employees of correct operations v Informs employees of

Purpose of refresher training v Reminds employees of correct operations v Informs employees of changes to processes v Covers new information regarding changed policies and procedures 1 a

When refresher training is required v. A highly hazardous chemical (HHC) is introduced into

When refresher training is required v. A highly hazardous chemical (HHC) is introduced into a process v New equipment is installed 2 a

When refresher training is required v Changes in parameters of a process occur v

When refresher training is required v Changes in parameters of a process occur v New procedures are introduced 2 b

When refresher training is required v Provided years v More at least every three

When refresher training is required v Provided years v More at least every three often if necessary v Ensures that each employee understands and adheres to current operating procedures 2 c

Primary purpose of PSM v Continually attempt to reduce HHCs below threshold quantities v

Primary purpose of PSM v Continually attempt to reduce HHCs below threshold quantities v Use alternate chemicals if the chemical cannot be reduced v Monitor processes to ensure they are in compliance 3 a

Definitions v Highly hazardous chemicals are potentially: • Toxic • Reactive • Flammable •

Definitions v Highly hazardous chemicals are potentially: • Toxic • Reactive • Flammable • Explosive 4 a

Definitions v Process - any activity involving a HHC, including: • Use • Storage

Definitions v Process - any activity involving a HHC, including: • Use • Storage • Manufacturing • Handling • On-site movement • Any combination of these 4 b

Definitions v Process safety - safe operation of facilities that handle hazardous materials v

Definitions v Process safety - safe operation of facilities that handle hazardous materials v Process safety management application of management principles and standards to identify, understand, and control process hazards 4 c

Elements of the PSM standard v Employee participation v Process safety information v Process

Elements of the PSM standard v Employee participation v Process safety information v Process hazard analysis v Operating procedures 5 a

Elements of the PSM standard v Employee training v Contractors v Pre-startup safety review

Elements of the PSM standard v Employee training v Contractors v Pre-startup safety review v Mechanical integrity of equipment 5 b

Elements of the PSM standard v Hot work permits v Management v Incident of

Elements of the PSM standard v Hot work permits v Management v Incident of change investigations 5 c

Elements of the PSM standard v Emergency response planning and v Compliance audits v

Elements of the PSM standard v Emergency response planning and v Compliance audits v Trade secrets and documentation 5 d

Safety and health considerations v Includes anything likely to cause acute or chronic health

Safety and health considerations v Includes anything likely to cause acute or chronic health problems; or v Could result in process-related injuries & accidents 6 a

Operating limits v Operating include: limits-related issues • Voltage limits of equipment • Amperage

Operating limits v Operating include: limits-related issues • Voltage limits of equipment • Amperage limits of equipment • Phase limits of equipment 7 a

Operating limits v Process chemical limits-related issues include: • Can the equipment handle the

Operating limits v Process chemical limits-related issues include: • Can the equipment handle the properties of the chemical? • Does the process maintain the chemical’s proper physical properties? 7 b

Operating limits v Process chemical limits-related issues include: • Does the process cause the

Operating limits v Process chemical limits-related issues include: • Does the process cause the chemical to break down? • Does the process cause the chemical to boil or freeze? 7 c