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Introduction to Process Safety

Process Safety Training by R4Risk

Course Description​

R4Risk’s Introduction to Process Safety training course is designed to provide a foundational understanding of key Process Safety Management (PSM) concepts. It emphasises the prevention of major incidents and the
protection of people and assets in industrial settings. The course is delivered across two half-days

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Introduction to Process Safety

Course Overview 

Course Content

The Introduction to Process Safety training covers a range of essential topics, including:

  • Overview of Process Safety Management (PSM)
  • Lessons from Major Incidents
  • Basic principles on fire, explosion and toxicity hazards
  • Hazard Identification and risk assessment tools
  • Safety Management Systems and their role in PSM
  • Principles of design for process safety
  • Emergency Response and Management
  • Incident Investigation fundamentals
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Course Info:

  • $1,375 per participant (Incl. GST)
  • $1,100 per participant (Incl. GST) for 2 or more people

This course is ideal for individuals who are new to process safety or have limited experience in the process
industries. It is particularly suited to:

  • Early-career engineers and professionals transitioning into process safety roles
  • Staff from non-process backgrounds seeking a foundational understanding of process safety
  • Support personnel working in high-hazard facilities
  • Anyone looking to build an understanding of Process Safety Management principles
  • PDF versions of all presentation slides and supporting materials
  • E-certificate of attendance at completion of the training
  • Digital badge which includes a course overview and a list of core competencies and skills. This can then be displayed on your LinkedIn profile, your online resume or as part of your digital signature
  • 18-20 March 2025
  • 22-24 July 2025

      Day 1: 10am – 4pm
      Day 2: 10am – 4pm
      Day 3: 10am – 4pm

At the completion of the training, participants will have gained an understanding of key process safety concepts, including:

  • The purpose and scope of Process Safety Management
  • Identifying common process safety hazards
  • The role of leadership, culture and human factors in driving PSM performance
  • Key hazard identification and risk assessment techniques
  • Approaches for evaluating and controlling process safety risks
  • Principles of inherently safer design and process safety engineering
  • Tools and techniques to evaluate, manage and continuously improve process safety performance.