The purpose of this course is to introduce engineers and other professionals to the basic principles of risk-based process safety management. Through text, brief videos and games, students will learn how these principles can be applied to the upstream oil and gas industry to reduce risk and prevent injuries & environmental incidents.
Extensive links to technical papers, books, videos, courses and other learning resources are included.
The course is designed for a broad audience—including:
Facility engineers
Production engineers
Drilling engineers
HSE Professionals
Operations & maintenance supervisors and managers
Commercial/business leaders
Professionals in support functions (e.g. law, finance, public affairs, HR)
Stakeholders interested in E&P operations
Duration: 1 to 2 hours (self paced)
Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, participants will:
Understand the definition of “process safety” and Process Safety Management (PSM)
Understand the difference between Personal (Occupational) Safety and Process Safety
Appreciate the history and evolution of process safety management in the E&P industry
Use key terms and concepts to articulate Process Safety needs in their own organizations
Be able to explain why Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) is the best approach
Know the 20 Elements of Risk-Based Process Safety Management program
Know how to find additional information and learning opportunities
Content:
Defining Process Safety
History of PSM in Upstream Oil & Gas
Evolving Approaches to Process Safety
Key Concepts in Process Safety
The Elements of Risk-Based Process Safety
Expiration: This course expires 12 months from date of registration.
