PSM
A management system that turns process safety from a project deliverable into an operating discipline.
End-to-end PSM program design and audit covering all elements from process knowledge to incident investigation.
Request a ConsultationWhat is PSM?
Process Safety Management (PSM) is a regulatory and management framework — originating from OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 and expanded by CCPS Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) — comprising a set of interrelated elements (process safety information, hazard analysis, operating procedures, training, mechanical integrity, management of change, incident investigation, audits, and more) designed to prevent or mitigate catastrophic releases of hazardous chemicals.
Why It Matters
- ●Addresses the management system root causes behind most major process safety incidents
- ●Provides a structured framework auditable against international (CCPS, OSHA, CSB recommendations) benchmarks
- ●Demonstrates due diligence to insurers, lenders and corporate parent companies
- ●Sustains the gains of one-time studies like HAZOP/QRA through ongoing management of change discipline
Our Methodology
- 1Gap assessment against CCPS 20-element RBPS or OSHA 14-element PSM framework
- 2Element-by-element maturity scoring and benchmarking
- 3Roadmap development with prioritised, resourced implementation plan
- 4Procedure and management-of-change (MOC) system design or enhancement
- 5Implementation support and PSM auditor training
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FAQ
PSM Frequently Asked Questions
What is PSM in process safety?
Process Safety Management (PSM) is a structured management system comprising interrelated elements — such as hazard analysis, operating procedures, mechanical integrity, and management of change — designed to prevent catastrophic releases of hazardous chemicals.
How many elements does PSM have?
The OSHA PSM standard (29 CFR 1910.119) defines 14 elements, while the CCPS Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) framework, widely used internationally, expands this to 20 elements grouped under four pillars: commit to process safety, understand hazards and risk, manage risk, and learn from experience.
Why do PSM programs fail?
Most PSM program failures stem from inconsistent management of change discipline, inadequate mechanical integrity follow-through, and audits that identify gaps without sustained leadership-driven closure — not from a lack of initial documentation.