Our PHA training program is your route to bringing those in your organization up to the common level of understanding, allowing them to work together to achieve optimum results from process hazard analyses (especially HAZOP) when conducted at your facility. With typically 6 hours of learning, we’ll cover the critical processes that will permit you to effectively assess and manage process hazards and risks. With a focus on practical application and real-world scenarios, we aim to give your organization a step up in its approach to PHA, leading to more complete and effective hazard studies.

Background to PHA

Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) is a cornerstone of process safety management. It is essential for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with all processes and is mandated for those involving highly hazardous chemicals. By understanding the fundamentals of PHA and seeing how they can be applied in practice you can ensure compliance with safety regulations, prevent accidents, and safeguard personnel, business, and the community.

PHA Fundamentals

Purpose, concepts, requirements, and documentation.

Overview of Risk Assessment Techniques

Exploring various risk assessment methodologies, including Checklist Analysis, FMEA, What If Analysis, Structured What If (SWIFT – utilizing questions/checklists), HAZOP, LOPA, and Facility Siting and Human Factors Analysis.

Introduction to HAZOP

Understanding nodes, design intent, deviations, cause and consequence; evaluating safeguards, risk ranking, and generating recommendations and documentation.

Application of HAZOP through an example process

PHA Preparation & Planning Pre & Post

Exploring the PSI Checklist, its requirements, establishing a basis of safety and expert team selection.

PHA Follow-up

Effective communication of results, managing recommendations and ensuring PHA revalidation for long-term safety.

Learning Objectives

• Master the fundamentals of PHA and the distinction between Process Safety and Occupational Safety.
• Gain awareness of various risk assessment techniques, including Checklist Analysis, FMEA, HAZOP, and more.
• Learn how to apply HAZOP through practical examples.
• Understand the crucial elements of PHA preparation and planning.
• Acquire the skills to effectively manage recommendations and conduct PHA revalidation.