During a PSM/RMP audit this week with my “Partner in Safety”, Unwin Company, Mr. Bob Johnson shared this GREAT worksheet and explanations from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Chemical Accident Prevention Program. The purpose of this extensive data form is to assist facilities with the compilation, organization and evaluation of the information that is required to be gathered under the Process Safety Information (PSI) element of PSM/RMP. Having complete and accurate written information concerning process chemicals, process technology, and process equipment is essential to an effective process safety management system(s). The compiled information is a necessary resource for developing and implementing the remainder of the program requirements. Most notably, the following activities would be impossible without complete PSI:
- The conduct of a thorough process hazard analysis (PHA),
- The development of adequate standard operating procedures,
- The identification of the need to conduct a management of change, and the ability to evaluate the change, and
- The ability to develop a mechanical integrity program.
The following pages consist of tabular information listing data sources, equipment, and instruments that must be compiled and evaluated pursuant to the requirements of PSI. As this data form primarily contains lists, the detailed documentation that is referenced here must be readily available for use by the employees responsible for implementing the CAPP program requirements and for review by the facility employees through the employee participation program.
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