Program Development
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Process Safety Information (PSI) Services
One of the most important (and time-consuming) elements in developing a safety program is compiling and organizing the process safety information (PSI) associated with your equipment. Process Safety Information includes the following:
Chemical Hazards: Toxicity, exposure limits, reactivity, corrosivity, thermal/chemical stability
Process Technology: Block flow diagram, process chemistry, maximum intended inventory, safe upper/lower limits, consequences of deviation
Equipment Information: Materials of construction, piping & instrument diagrams, electrical classification, relief system design, ventilation system design, design codes, material & energy balances, safety systems
Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP): Documented “best practice” references used as a basis for system design, operation, inspection and maintenance, etc.
Applicability
The Applicability Study is a critical first step in clearly understanding and documenting your process(es), and your evidence supporting which regulations apply. This document also provides a quick-reference for regulators to better understand your process and what type of safety program they will be auditing.
Meer Exemption: If you’re working with flammable liquids or gases, some parts of your process may be eligible for the Meer Exemption. This exemption requires that the chemical be stored at atmospheric pressure and kept below its boiling point without the use of refrigeration or chilling. If you feel this may apply to your process, we can help you clarify and define this as part of your program applicability documentation.
Program “Kaizen” Workshop
Assembling a process safety program can take both time and effort. We developed the ‘Kaizen’ workshop approach to quickly assemble a program framework. Using lean-thinking tools, we’ll lead your team through a series of exercises designed to maximize output over a relatively short timeframe and quickly assemble the missing elements for your program.
Consolidated List of Lists
The various hazardous substance regulations apply to different chemicals, and in some cases different quantities. To help simplify the research, OSHA has compiled the “Consolidated List of Lists” which includes:
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Sections 302 and 313
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)
Section 112(r) of the Clean Air Act (CAA)