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Cal/OSHA Process Safety Management
Online Training Certificate Course
Title 8 CCR, Section 5189.1
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This online certification course provides information specific to the California standard for PSM for general industries. The standard emphasizes the management of acutely hazardous materials and provides the necessary information for establishing a comprehensive PSM program that incorporates procedures, management practices, and technologies to ensure safety in the workplace.
A process safety management (PSM) program is critical to prevent or lessen the consequences of catastrophic releases of toxic, reactive, flammable, or explosive chemicals at petroleum refineries, chemical plants, and other facilities. A PSM program can substantially minimize the degree to which employees are exposed to acutely hazardous materials.
This course is for:
Any employee who works around hazardous materials needs to be educated regarding the hazardous materials they will come in contact with. A process safety manager is responsible for implementing and maintaining a safety program. This safety training provides both employee and manager with important information to mitigate hazardous situations.
Case Study: On August 6, 2012, the Chevron USA Inc. Refinery in Richmond, California, experienced a catastrophic release of flammable hydrocarbon process fluid as a result of a ruptured pipe. The accidental release of the hydrocarbon process fluid partially vaporized into a large vapor cloud that engulfed 19 Chevron employees and ignited. Fortunately, all of the employees escaped, narrowly avoiding serious injury. Nevertheless, the ignition of the flammable portion of the vapor cloud caused a large plume of particulates and vapor that traveled across the Richmond area. Approximately 15,000 people from the surrounding area sought medical treatment due to the release.
Key Takeaways: In the 10 years prior to the incident, experienced Chevron personnel had repeatedly recommended that the company inspect 100 percent of the components on the carbon steel piping, which is susceptible to sulfidation corrosion. But Chevron management did not implement these recommendations. If they had, this crisis could have been avoided.
Governing Regulations
California's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), more commonly known as Cal/OSHA, sets and enforces standards regarding process safety management (PSM) of acutely hazardous materials. These regulations can be found in Title 8 of California's Code of Regulations (CCR) in Section 5189.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to the Cal/OSHA Process Safety Management Course
- Key Terms
- Applicable Regulations
- Applicable Processes and Industries
- Exceptions
Elements of a Process Safety Management Program
- Process Safety Information
- Process Hazard Analysis
- Process Hazard Analysis-Selecting a Methodology
- Operating Procedures
- Employee Participation
Emergency Planning and Response
- Pre-Startup Safety Review
- Elements of the Cal/OSHA Emergency Action Plan
- Written Hazard Communication Program
- Additional Requirements of the Written Hazard Communication Program
- Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP)
- Incident Investigation
Hot Work Permit
Mechanical Integrity
- Mechanical Integrity Practices
- Trade Secrets
Compliance Audits
- Planning
- Staffing
- Conducting the Audit
- Evaluation and Corrective Action
Summary
Additional Resources
Exam
Most of our courses take about two (2) hours to complete. If a final exam is included, you should plan for an additional 30 minutes. Courses that require additional training time will clearly state that in the course title or description.
You’ll have unlimited access during your enrollment or access period. Most CTO courses must be completed within 90 days of purchase. OSHA-authorized Outreach Training provides up to 180 days to finish the course and required survey. Timeframes vary depending on the specific course and regulatory requirements. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for more details.
Because our courses are self-paced, you can log in and out as needed and complete your training on a schedule that works best for you.
According to California OSHA, retraining must be provided before the initial assignment and then at least every three years. Retraining must be provided more frequently if the need for refresher training is warranted.
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