Mastering Process Safety
A Two-Day Practitioner's Course
This two-day course builds a comprehensive understanding of process safety from regulatory requirements through practical implementation. Participants explore U.S. process safety regulations including the General Duty Clause and RAGAGEP requirements, then learn how these integrate with the CCPS Risk-Based Process Safety management system. Technical safety topics including pressure relief systems, Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) are woven throughout, while risk management concepts are framed within the ISO 31000 framework. A major incident case study threads through both days, connecting regulatory requirements, technical principles, and management systems to real-world consequences. The course concludes with process safety leadership, Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) and program management.
Drawing on 40 years of operational experience across major oil companies, this course emphasizes practical judgment and real-world application over checkbox compliance. Participants work through extensive scenario-based exercises that challenge them to apply concepts to situations they'll face in their facilities.
Designed for process safety professionals, operations managers, and technical staff responsible for implementing and maintaining process safety programs, participants leave with actionable frameworks and decision-making tools they can apply immediately.
Who Should Attend:
Process safety professionals and managers
Operations managers and superintendents
Technical staff responsible for PSM implementation
Engineering staff involved in process safety systems
Anyone responsible for maintaining process safety programs
Course Details:
Duration: 2 days (16 contact hours)
Delivery Options:
Public sessions (see schedule below)
On-site corporate training at your facility
Pre-Course Preparation
To ensure our program is grounded in your actual operational needs, I provide a comprehensive preparatory framework based on adult learning principles. This methodology respects your professional experience while ensuring our time together remains focused on the real-world problems you face.
Customized Pre-Course Survey: Each participant completes a targeted assessment regarding their current role and specific facility challenges. I use these results to steer class discussions and modify the case study emphasis to address the technical and organizational hurdles shared by the group. This ensures the curriculum is problem-centered rather than a generic lecture.
The Process Safety Field Guide: Participants receive a curated package of self-study resources, including the case study, technical white papers, and a streamlined glossary of industry terms. This guide provides clear, experience-based definitions and practical examples, allowing the group to establish a consistent, high-level technical baseline at a self-directed pace.
By shifting foundational learning to this self-paced environment, I ensure our time in the classroom is dedicated to advanced analysis, case study deep dives, and complex risk prioritization. Whether you are a new practitioner or a veteran, the content is immediately relevant and applicable to your specific facility.
Course Content
Day 1: Regulatory Frameworks and Engineering Integrity
Section 1: Regulatory Frameworks and Industry Best Practices (Morning): We start with a high-level review of mandatory frameworks, including OSHA PSM and EPA RMP. However, we treat compliance as the bare minimum. The focus of our first practical exercise is to use the case study to identify where "check-the-box" compliance was present, yet industry best practices failed.
Section 2: Technical Safety Engineering (Afternoon): This session focuses on the "hard" engineering side of the business. We examine inherent safety design, pressure relief systems, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and the maintenance of safety-critical equipment. Practical exercises allow participants to analyze how process changes and technical degradation can compromise the established safety envelope.
Day 2: Risk Strategy and The Leadership Mandate
Section 3: Risk Management and Assessment (Morning): We transition from the framework to proactive hazard management using the ISO 31000 risk framework. I lead participants through rigorous methodologies such as HAZOP and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA). Interspersed throughout this session are practical exercises where participants apply these tools to the case study to prioritize risks.
Section 4: Process Safety Leadership and Human & Organizational Performance (Afternoon): The final afternoon is a dedicated, high-level discussion forum focused on the human element. This is a heavily interactive session centered on leadership strategies, Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles, cultivating "chronic unease," risk prioritization with limited resources, and bridging the gap between corporate policy and frontline execution.Post-Course Professional Support
The learning does not end when the class concludes. As part of my commitment to your professional development, I offer:
Ongoing Individual Access: Every attendee has the ability to contact me directly for follow-up questions related to the course material. I provide this support without additional charge to ensure you can successfully implement these concepts back at your facility.
Continuing Education & Professional Credits
Participants receive a Certificate of Completion for 16 Professional Development Hours (PDHs). This includes a facilitated "Working Lunch" case study discussion on both days to maximize peer learning and instructional time.
About the Instructor
Danny White brings 40 years of operational experience across major oil companies including BP, Chevron, BHP Billiton, and Citgo Petroleum.
Why Choose This Course?
This is a consultative experience built on 40 years of industry leadership. By focusing on the failure of best practices rather than simple non-compliance, I provide a sophisticated perspective that challenges even seasoned professionals. You will leave with a refined eye for the subtle risks that standard programs often miss.
Delivery Options:
Public sessions (see schedule below)
On-site corporate training at your facility
Public Session Pricing:
Single participant: $1,500
3 participants from same company: $1,325 each
5+ participants from same company: $1,175 each
Corporate On-Site Training: Contact for pricing