Chemical Process Hazards Analysis with OSHA Safety Standards

Process Hazards Analysis & Process Safety Management (PSM) Masterclass

Master OSHA PSM Standards, Hazard Analysis Techniques, and Practical Safety Management for Industrial Operations

Catastrophic events like the Deep Water Horizon disaster and the Beirut Port explosion have shown the world the critical importance of Process Safety Management (PSM) and thorough Process Hazards Analysis (PrHA). This comprehensive course arms you with the standards, methods, and real-world skills to systematically identify, analyze, and mitigate process safety risks in any facility that handles hazardous chemicals.

Why Take This Course?

• Industry-Relevant Skills:
  Gain the knowledge and confidence to implement and support PSM programs according to OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.119 standard.

• Systematic Hazard Analysis:
  Learn proven techniques for identifying hazards and accident scenarios—critical for preventing fires, explosions, and toxic releases.

• Practical, Example-Based Learning:
  Work through real process examples, step-by-step instructions, and practice sessions to build your hazard analysis skills.

What You’ll Learn

• Foundations of Process Safety Management:

  • OSHA PSM Rule (29 CFR 1910.119) overview and core elements

  • Regulatory requirements and industry best practices

• Process Hazards Analysis (PrHA) Methods:

  • Checklist Analysis

  • What-If Analysis

  • What-If / Checklist Analysis

  • HAZards & OPerability Study (HAZOP)

  • Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA)

  • Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)

• Practical Application:

  • How to conduct each analysis method: key steps, procedures, and team roles

  • Detailed technical descriptions and step-by-step instructions

  • Real industrial scenarios and worked examples

• Best Practices & Guidelines:

  • How to meet OSHA’s PSM Rule requirements

  • Documentation, reporting, and follow-up actions

  • Safety culture and continuous improvement

Who Should Enroll?

• Process, chemical, and mechanical engineers

• Plant safety managers and EH&S professionals

• Operations, maintenance, and production supervisors

• Engineering students and recent graduates entering process industries

• Anyone responsible for process safety, compliance, or risk management in industrial facilities

Course Features

• High-quality video lessons with real-world examples and clear explanations

• Step-by-step instructions for each PrHA method

• Practice sessions, quizzes, and downloadable resources for hands-on learning

• Lifetime access to all materials and updates

• One-on-one instructor support via Udemy Q&A

By the End of This Course, You Will:

• Understand OSHA’s PSM Rule and core process safety standards

• Systematically perform process hazards analyses using industry-accepted methods (HAZOP, FMEA, FTA, and more)

• Recognize and document process hazards and accident scenarios

• Apply best practices for process safety management in any hazardous facility

• Contribute to a safer workplace for your colleagues and yourself

Get Started Today!

Preview the free course videos and explore the detailed curriculum. Join engineers, safety professionals, and students worldwide who trust WR Training for clear, practical, and industry-focused safety education.

Click “Enroll Now” and become a process hazards analysis and PSM leader!

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PS. Keep in mind, safety in process industries remains to be of utmost importance during operation and maintenance and must be constantly verified with various methodologies.

Enjoy the course and stay safe out there !

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COURSE UPDATES

June 25

We have added new video lectures. In addition, new quizzes are being added to help you test your knowledge and emphasize the key learning points. The quiz will include:

• True/False questions

• Multi-choice questions

• Images, cross-sectionnal views

• Solved problems

• and much more...

When you think you’ve got a good grasp on a topic within the course, you can test your knowledge by taking the quiz. If you pass, wonderful ! If not, you can review the videos and notes again or ask us for help in the Q&A section.