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Process Safety Management

Process Safety Management

Process Safety Management (PSM) systems provide a framework for minimizing safety and environmental dangers at every level of an organization. As leaders in the fields of safety and risk management, we provide in-depth expertise for managing safety in accordance with US and international regulations and requirements.

From a process safety audit to a complete safety culture assessment, our safety management services help companies prepare for and meet regulatory requirements; protect their reputations and operations; and improve processes to help keep employees and the public safe.


Process Safety Management Services to Support Your Facility

ABS Group has been supporting organizations worldwide to comply with domestic and international process safety regulations since 1978. Our decades of hands-on experience in process safety management allow us to provide clients with cost-effective, reliable and practical solutions to meet regulatory and internal company standards.

 

Did You Know We Wrote the Book?

Our Process Safety Experts have been involved in the authoring and publication of several books published by CCPS including:

  • Guidelines for Risk Based Process Safety

  • Guidelines for Mechanical Integrity Systems

  • Guidelines for Management of Change

  • Guidelines for Hazard Evaluation Procedures

  • Guidelines for Investigating Chemical Process Incidents

  • Guidelines for Evaluating Process Plant Buildings
    for External Explosions and Fires

We Wrote the Book

 

Develop and Implement an OSHA PSM Program with our 3-Phase Approach to Process Safety Management

Following a strategy that has been successful with other clients, ABS Group recommends a three-phase approach to support clients as they develop and implement PSM/RMP systems at their facilities.

Phase 1: Conduct PSM/Accident Prevention Assessment

Phase 2: Develop/Improve Selected PSM Programs

Phase 3: Execute Specific PSM Activities

COMAH and SEVESO III Regulations

The Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) and Seveso III regulations in the UK and Europe require companies handling highly hazardous materials to identify the hazards that exist, the measures in place to control these hazards, the programs in place to maintain the integrity and assure the reliability of equipment and protective features, and to demonstrate that the risks of a major accident are being controlled to a reasonable level.

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Our Process Safety Management Services

Process Hazard Analysis

Process Hazard Analysis

We are a recognized leader in conducting efficient and value-added process hazard analyses (PHAs) for a broad range of industries. Having served hundreds of major corporations and performed thousands of initial PHAs, PHA revalidations and related studies, our engineers are respected experts in their field.

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Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis

Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis

We assess a variety of hazards that could lead to a potential incident and provide management and technical support when a response plan is needed. Our root cause analysis and safety management experts are available immediately to manage an investigation. 

PSM/RMP Audits

PSM/RMP Audits

Our global network of process safety auditors have specific, practical industry experience and deep knowledge in the various PSM/RMP elements. Our reputation as a leader in this field is confirmed by our role supporting the U.S. Chemical Safety Board on issues of national significance. 

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Safety Culture

Safety Culture

An effective safety culture is one in which people do the right thing, all the time, even when no one is watching. To drive this level of performance, factors like management beliefs, values, myths and company policies and procedures must be aligned and reinforce those values. 

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Mechanical Integrity

Mechanical Integrity

We have worked with many clients to audit, develop and implement management systems that help asset owners confirm the integrity (functionality) of their equipment.

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Training Services

Training Services

Training and development of staff is crucial to reduce on-site incidents, stay up to date with the latest regulatory changes, and support staff in their career development.

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Additional and Related Services

Facility Siting

ABS Group is a leading provider of Facility Siting and other building risk assessment services with experience performing hundreds of studies for a wide range of explosion, fire and toxic material hazards worldwide.

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