One of the steps in Process Safety Management (PSM) implementation is to complete a qualitative gap analysis against the PSM standard (in this case, the CSA Z767 standard). To perform this gap analysis, PSM Self-Assessment Worksheets have been developed as part of the current work. These documents are for the emergency management element.
Emergency management planning is the program used to manage the consequences of hazardous scenarios that could arise from a loss of containment incident. It considers regulatory requirements, standards and industry best practices in the preparation for and response to an emergency.
The Self-Assessment and Action Plan Worksheet and the resources and industry best practices below are intended to help integrate the investigation element into your workplace.
Learn more about the PSM initiative here.
Key Resources
- How to Use PSM Self-Assessment & Action Plans
- Integrating Process Safety Management into Canadian Wood Pellet Facilities that Generate Combustible Wood Dust [Rayner Brown, K., Murray, G., Laturnus, B., Yazdanpanah, F., Cloney, C., Amyotte, P.R. The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering. 102, 4085-4103., 2024]
- Managing Risks in Manufacturing Workplaces: How to Use the Self-Evaluation Tool [WorkSafeBC, 2022]
- Enhancing Health & Safety Culture & Performance: Self-Evaluation Tool for Managing Risks in Manufacturing Workplaces [WorkSafeBC, 2023]
Industry Best Practices
- Corporate Emergency Response Plan [Fortis BC, 2022]
- Emergency Management Program [Arc Resources Ltd., 2021]
- Emergency Management Manual [BC Energy Regulator, 2021]
- Firefighter Precautions at Facilities with Combustible Dust [Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 2013]
- Northeast BC Emergency Response Plan [Arc Resources Ltd., 2022]
- Pipeline Operations Emergency Response Plan [Nova Chemical, 2020]
- Silo Fires: Fire Extinguishing and Preventive and Preparatory Measures [Persson, H., 2013]