NEBOSH - HSE CERTIFICATE IN PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT

The NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Process Safety Management covers essential knowledge in process safety management, including hazard identification, risk assessment and control, emergency planning, and incident investigation. The course is intended for individuals with process safety responsibilities in their workplace, including managers, supervisors, and employees. The course is jointly developed by NEBOSH and the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and is internationally recognized.

Course Details

The NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Process Safety Management is designed to cover a range of issues affecting process industries.

 Key topics covered by this qualification include:

  • Establishment of process management systems
  • Asset management and maintenance strategies
  • Safe start-up and shutdown of process plant
  • Performance standards for safety critical systems and equipment
  • Hazards and controls for:
    • Chemical reactions
    • Bulk storage of dangerous substances
    • Fire and explosion
  • Purpose and features of emergency plans

The PSM1 unit is divided into the following four key elements:

  • Process safety leadership
  • Management of process risk
  • Process safety hazard control
  • Fire and explosion protection