Process Safety Management for the Energy Sector
Course overview
This course addresses the discipline that prevents major accidents such as fires, explosions, and toxic releases in oil, gas, and petrochemical facilities. Delegates study the elements of a process safety management system, hazard identification methods, and the management of change and asset integrity. Real incident case studies reinforce why process safety differs from personal safety.
What you will gain
- Distinguish process safety from occupational safety
- Explain the elements of a process safety management system
- Apply hazard identification and risk assessment methods
- Manage change to prevent introduced hazards
- Assure the integrity of safety critical equipment
- Learn from major accident case studies
Who should attend
- Process safety and HSE professionals
- Operations and maintenance leaders
- Process and facilities engineers
- Plant managers
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 16 Oct 2026 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
| 8 to 12 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
| 14 to 18 Jun 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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