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 information documentation element.
Process safety information and documentation consists of data relating to the characteristics of a process involving hazards, including hazardous materials properties, technologies and methods, equipment, and operation. This includes technical documentation, including equipment specifications, piping and instrumental diagrams (P&IDs), process flow diagrams, and process risk assessments
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
- Presentation: Prevention Program Safety Requirements for Program Level 3 Processes [Environmental Protection Agency, 2013]
- Process Safety Information Procedure [Inland Star Distribution, 2016]
- Process Safety Information Program [Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Chemical Accident Prevention Program, 2011]