PSM training requirements are designed to ensure that employees involved in operating a covered process understand the process, its operating procedures, relevant hazards, emergency operations, and safe work practices. 29 CFR 1910.119(g) requires initial training, refresher training at […]
TL;DR Dewatering in construction excavations is governed by 29 CFR 1926.651(h). Employees shall not enter an excavation with accumulated or accumulating water unless adequate precautions are in place. The six primary dewatering hazards are: soil […]
TL;DR A risk assessment is a structured process for identifying hazards, evaluating the probability and severity of harm, and implementing controls before work begins. Under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart C and 29 CFR 1910.132(d), construction […]
TL;DR A health and safety risk assessment template must document the task, hazard, who is at risk, likelihood, severity, risk rating, existing controls, and additional controls required – as mandated by 29 CFR 1910.132(d) and […]
TL;DR A construction safety risk assessment is the employer’s structured process for identifying, evaluating, and controlling jobsite hazards before work begins. 29 CFR 1926.20(b) requires frequent and regular inspections by a competent person; 29 CFR […]
PSM contractor safety divides important duties between the host employer and the contract employer when contractors perform work on or adjacent to a covered process. Under 29 CFR 1910.119(h), the host evaluates and communicates process-related conditions, while […]
A pre-startup safety review (PSSR) is OSHA’s final readiness check before highly hazardous chemicals are introduced into a new covered process or a significantly modified process. Under 29 CFR 1910.119(i), the review must confirm design conformity, adequate procedures, […]
A PSM hot work permit is required for hot work performed on or near a process covered by OSHA Process Safety Management. Under 29 CFR 1910.119(k), the permit must document that applicable fire-prevention and protection requirements have been […]
PSM mechanical integrity is the system used to keep specified process equipment suitable, correctly installed, inspected, tested, maintained, and safe for its intended service. Under 29 CFR 1910.119(j), employers must establish written procedures, train maintenance employees, inspect […]
PSM management of change is the written system used to evaluate and control changes before they affect a covered process. Under 29 CFR 1910.119(l), an employer must establish and implement procedures for changes to process chemicals, technology, […]
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