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This refresher training program serves to remind employees of correct operations, inform them of process changes, and cover new information on policies and procedures. It is required when introducing highly hazardous chemicals or new equipment, and to ensure understanding and adherence to operating procedures. The primary purpose of Process Safety Management (PSM) is to reduce hazardous chemicals and use alternate chemicals if needed, monitoring processes for compliance. Definitions include highly hazardous chemicals and processes, emphasizing the safe operation of facilities handling hazardous materials. Elements of the PSM standard encompass employee participation, safety information, hazard analysis, and more. Safety and health considerations are vital, covering acute or chronic health issues and process-related injuries. Operating limits involve equipment voltage, amperage, and phase limits, as well as handling chemical properties to maintain proper physical properties and prevent breakdown or extreme temperature changes.
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Process Safety Management Refresher Training
Purpose of refresher training • Reminds employees of correct operations • Informs employees of changes to processes • Covers new information regarding changed policies and procedures 1a
When refresher training is required • A highly hazardous chemical (HHC) is introduced into a process • New equipmentis installed 2a
When refresher training is required • Changes in parameters of a process occur • New proceduresare introduced 2b
When refresher training is required • Provided at least every three years • More often if necessary • Ensures that each employee understands and adheres to current operating procedures 2c
Primary purpose of PSM • Continually attempt to reduce HHCs below threshold quantities • Use alternate chemicals if the chemical cannot be reduced • Monitor processes to ensure they are in compliance 3a
Definitions • Highly hazardous chemicals are potentially: • Toxic • Reactive • Flammable • Explosive 4a
Definitions • Process - any activity involving a HHC, including: • Use • Storage • Manufacturing • Handling • On-site movement • Any combination of these 4b
Definitions • Process safety - safe operation of facilities that handle hazardous materials • Process safety management - application of management principles and standards to identify, understand, and control process hazards 4c
Elements of the PSM standard • Employee participation • Process safety information • Process hazard analysis • Operating procedures 5a
Elements of the PSM standard • Employee training • Contractors • Pre-startup safety review • Mechanical integrity of equipment 5b
Elements of the PSM standard • Hot work permits • Management of change • Incident investigations 5c
Elements of the PSM standard • Emergency planning and response • Compliance audits • Trade secrets and documentation 5d
Safety and health considerations • Includes anything likely to cause acute or chronic health problems; or • Could result in process-related injuries & accidents 6a
Operating limits • Operating limits-related issues include: • Voltage limits of equipment • Amperage limits of equipment • Phase limits of equipment 7a
Operating limits • 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? 7b
Operating limits • 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? 7c
