Discover a flexible approach to higher education with THE A.U.
Discover THE A.U.

BOS 4725 Process Safety Management

Course ID |

BOS 4725 Process Safety Management
psy 3019 history and systems of psychology

Description

Discusses the major components that contribute to an effective process safety management program. Topics include methods to measuring performance, facilitating metrics, integrating regulatory requirements, and establishing and maintaining a safety culture.

Outcomes

  1. Discuss the relationship of Process Safety to an organization’s overall accident prevention efforts.
  2. Explain the purpose of OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard.
  3. Identify the 14 elements required by the PSM standard.
  4. Identify hazards and risks commonly found in the process industry.
  5. Select effective control measures for identified process industry hazards.
  6. Explain the various methodologies used to develop a process hazard analysis.
  7. Describe the components necessary for an effective emergency response plan.
  8. Use an accident scenario to assess compliance with the PSM standard and industry best practices.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Safety, health, and environmental concepts for the process industry (Rev: 2nd ed.)

Publisher: Delmar (2013)

Author: Speegle, M.

ISBN: 9781133013471

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]