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Process Hazard Analysis Leader Training Using the HAZOP and What-If/Checklist Techniques
Course 103

Course Description

Learn how to perform PHAs that meet federal regulatory requirements.

In this course, you will learn:

Practical methods for performing process hazard analyses (PHAs) of systems, procedures, and computer software that will address federal regulatory requirements.

Learn how to perform a PHA, including these critical elements:

• Scoping the PHA

• Collecting Information

• Selecting the Team

• Leading a Meeting

• Documenting Results

Hazard and operability (HAZOP) analysis and what-if/checklist are the most popular techniques for initial PHAs, ongoing management of change reviews, and revalidation because they both facilitate systematic, imaginative searches for process hazards and potential operational difficulties. Each technique has unique strengths in analyzing certain types of systems. You will lead and participate in several analyses to become familiar with the techniques before completing the course.

Because human factors analysis is such an important part of PHA, one full day of instruction will focus on human factors issues. You will learn how to apply the HAZOP and what-if/checklist techniques to analyzing procedures (such as system startup, shutdown, batch operation, maintenance) for the hazards of not performing a step as specified. You will also learn how to investigate the work situation for root causes of human error.

Computerized methods for performing and documenting a HAZOP analysis will be demonstrated. And if you register for the 5-day option, you will also get the state-of-the-art, Windows®-based HazardReview Leader software (and a detailed user's guide) for documenting a PHA (using HAZOP, what-if, failure modes and effects analysis [FMEA], and other techniques). For the 5-day option, bring your laptop to participate in workshops and gain an in-depth understanding of your new software.

What makes our course unique?

1. A low ratio of students to instructors (no more than 7:1) ensures plenty of one-on-one coaching by our expert instructors during realistic workshop exercises

2. You will learn how to analyze operating procedures for critical accident scenarios

3. This course is taught by expert PHA leaders who, collectively, have been and currently are involved in hundreds of PHAs (Course 103 has received excellent reviews since 1985)

4. You will learn how to apply HAZOP and/or what-if/checklist analyses to any process system in industries as diverse as chemical, petroleum, pulp and paper, explosives, mining, iron and steel, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products

Five benefits you will gain:

1. Get valuable hands-on experience with widely used PHA techniques in realistic workshops led by internationally acclaimed instructors

2. Know when to apply HAZOP, what-if, and/or checklist analyses to maximize your leadership efficiency

3. Qualify as a "knowledgeable" PHA leader, as required by OSHA and EPA, and be eligible for certification as a PHA leader

4. Know exactly what is required to prepare, lead, and document a study that will meet federal regulatory requirements for initial PHAs and management of change analyses

5. Come away from the course with these valuable materials:

• A copy of the HazardReview Leader software and manual (5-day attendees only)

• A 1-hour videotape on the HAZOP technique (a $600 value)

• A copy of the course notes and problem solutions

• A Manager's Guide to Reducing Human Errors

• A certificate of completion

• 2.6/3.1 CEUs, 2.6/3.1 COCs, 4.0/ 5.0 CMs (ABIH approval #02-950)