(53dk) 14 Elements of Process Safety Management

Process safety management is a regulation, promulgated by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). A process is any activity or combination of activities including any use, storage, manufacturing, handling or the on-site movement of highly hazardous chemicals (HHCs) as defined by OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Process safety management is an analytical tool focused on preventing releases of any substance defined as a "highly hazardous chemical" by the EPA or OSHA. Process Safety Management (PSM) refers to a set of interrelated approaches to managing hazards associated with the process industries and is intended to reduce the frequency and severity of incidents resulting from releases of chemicals and other energy sources (US OSHA 1993). These standards are composed of organizational and operational procedures, design guidance, audit programs, and a host of other methods. This presentation will provide a high-level overview of the Process Safety Management standard (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119) and outline the 14 elements for regulatory compliance.

The 14 Elements of Process Safety Management presentation will provide the IH/OS knowledge and skills to understand the basics of the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management Standard. The 14 Elements of Process Safety Management presentation will provide the IH/OS knowledge and skills to use the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management Standard as a tool and understand the major compliance points as well as applicability of the rule. The 14 Elements of Process Safety Management presentation will provide the participants with information to learn more about the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management Standard.

The 14 Elements of Process Safety Management presentation will aid the industrial/occupational hygiene professional identify the requirements of the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management Standard and best management practices for use at all levels of facility operations regardless if they are subject the requirements of the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management Standard.