About the Certified Process Safety Management (PSM) Course

Time Training Center's 5-day/30-hour Certified Process Safety Management (PSM) – Advanced course is designed for professionals seeking in-depth expertise. It provides a deep understanding and practical skills to manage complex industrial operations involving hazardous substances. This advanced program emphasises the critical discipline of PSM to safeguard personnel, assets, and the environment while ensuring operational continuity and regulatory compliance.

The course delves into international safety standards and structured risk assessment methodologies, including hands-on experience with practical tools such as bowtie diagrams and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA). You can explore key focus areas like hazard identification, barrier management, asset integrity, incident investigation, operational controls, and emergency response planning. Through real-world case studies and interactive workshops, participants will reinforce their learning and develop the ability to apply PSM principles effectively.

Our training equips you to identify major accident hazards, assess associated risks, and define critical controls for hazard prevention. By understanding both static and dynamic barrier management concepts and applying them to root cause incident investigations, you will be prepared to implement and sustain robust PSM systems. Complete the course and pass the exam to earn an internationally recognised Advanced PSM Certification, showcasing your expertise in process safety management.

Certified Process Safety Management (PSM) Course Objectives

​By the end of this Certified Process Safety Management (PSM) training course, participants will be able to:​

• Successfully pass a competency validation exam to earn an internationally recognised Advanced PSM Certification, demonstrating both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in process safety management.
• Understand how a PSM system can support your organisation in managing process safety risks.
• Identify how an effective PSM program can evaluate, prevent, or mitigate chemical hazards arising from process deficiencies.
• Recognise major accident hazards in your organisation or facility, assess associated risks, and define critical controls for hazard prevention.
• Gain a clear understanding of static and dynamic barrier management concepts
• Apply barrier management techniques for analysing process safety and conducting root cause incident investigations.
• Obtain hands-on experience using PSM tools, including the development of bowtie diagrams.
• Distinguish between different types of safety barriers, including hardware (plant), human (personnel), and organisational (process) controls.

Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Course Instructor:

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Who Should Attend Our Certified Process Safety Management (PSM) Course?

This training course is highly beneficial for professionals and personnel involved in process safety, risk management, and operational integrity in high-hazard industries, including:

• Process Safety Management (PSM) Practitioners and Engineers
• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Managers and Coordinators
• Operations, Maintenance, and Reliability Engineers
• Inspection and Integrity Assurance Professionals
• Plant Managers, Unit Heads, and Team Leaders
• PSM Supervisors and Risk Assessment Facilitators
• Technical and Engineering Managers responsible for safety compliance
• Individuals involved in communicating and implementing process safety programs

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction & History

• Pre-test assessment of existing knowledge
• History of Process Safety
• Reasons for Process Safety
• OSHA 14 Regulatory Requirements
• CCPS 20 Elements
• PHAs – Process Hazards Analysis
• Management of Change
• Process Safety Leadership
• Meaning of Process Safety Management
• Process Safety Leadership
• Organisational Learning
• Management of Change
• Worker Engagement
• Competence
• Investigation and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
• Mechanical Integrity and Reliability
• Incident Investigation
• Overview of LOPA
• LOPA Scenarios
• LOPA for Potential Toxic Gas Exposure – Case Analysis
• Datasheet: HAZOP & LOPA Leadership
• Risk Estimation and Management
• Datasheet: Auditing of Layers of Protection

Module 2: Commit to Process Safety

• Process Safety Culture
• Compliance with Standards
• Process Safety Competency
• Workforce Involvement
• Stakeholder Outreach
• Understand Hazards and Risk
• Process Knowledge Management
• Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis
  • Biological Hazards
  • Chemical Hazards
  • Physical Hazards
  • Safety Hazards
  • Ergonomic Hazards
  • Psychosocial Hazards

Manage Risks

• Operating Procedures
• Safe Work Practices
• Asset Integrity and Reliability
• Training and Performance Assurance
• Management of Change
• Operational Readiness
• Conduct of Operations
• Emergency Management

Module 3: Management of Process Risks

• Establishing a Process Safety Management System
• Risk Management Techniques Applicable in Process Industries
• Asset Management and Maintenance Strategies
• Role and Purpose of a Permit System
• Safe Shift Handover
• Contractor Management

Lessons to Learn from Incidents

• Incident Investigation
• Measurement and Metrics
• The Importance of Auditing
• Management Review and Continuous Improvement

Module 4: Process Safety Hazard Control

• Operating Procedures
• Safe Start-up and Shutdown
• Safety-Critical Performance Standards
• Utilities
• Electricity / Static Electricity
• Dangerous Substances
• Reaction Hazards
• Bulk Storage Operations

Module 5: Fire Hazards and Explosion Protection

• Fire Hazards
• Fire and Explosion Control
• Dust Explosions
• Emergency Preparedness
• Emergency Contact Protocols

Module 6: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Competence Validation Exam
• Certificate Presentation

Course Completion Certificate

Upon completing your course at Time Training Center, you will be awarded an official Course Completion Certificate, recognising your achievement and the skills you've gained. This certificate validates your expertise and reflects the high standards of training you've undergone.