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736 Introduction to Process Safety Management (PSM)
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Final Words of PSM Wisdom!

Process Safety is a team effort. Know your role and work with your fellow employees to protect yourself and others.

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Process Safety is a team effort.

Know the hazards associated with mixing, separating, or storing process materials, including:

  • which chemicals are reactive or able to cause a runaway reaction
  • toxic, fire, or explosive hazards associated with your process chemicals
  • what to do during an incident or unusual process condition

Be aware of equipment operation and maintenance requirements, including:

  • signs of corrosion, leakage, or other signs of equipment problems
  • who to alert when you see a problem

Know your process:

  • Follow operating, safety, and emergency procedures.
  • Keep up-to-date with changes to procedures, equipment, and chemicals.
  • Provide feedback - report all incidents and near misses.

Finally, there's no magic formula that makes a PSM program effective and successful. It takes education, planning, hard work and dedication to keeping employees safe and healthful. PSM must be a full-time job lead by a team of professionals in every company that manages hazardous processes.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

9-6. Process safety _____.