Hazards & Controls
Chemical Safety
PSM

Identifying and controlling the hazards associated with the operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration systems

Policies and procedures used in Cal/OSHA inspections

Explains the minimum requirements for Process Hazard Analysis outlined in the PSM Rule

OSHA Alert on the hazards associated with the practice of cleaning fuel gas piping systems using natural gas

1994 directive to OSHA field staff on Process Safety Management

Full text of 1992 directive to OSHA field staff

Explains the concept, technical approach, and roles of the participants

Federal Register notice 2007

OSHA safety concerns

An analysis of industrial accidents investigated by the US Chemical Safety Board

Describes OSHA's policies and procedures to reduce workplace hazards associated with petroleum refineries

Worksheet allows for a self examination of your PHA technical approach and follow up

Technical resources for compliance with OSHA's process safety management standards

OSHA Fact Sheet 93-45. Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals

Example of a safety manual in use for process safety management (PSM)

Includes chemical management handbooks

An overview of OSHA requirements for PSM

Guidelines for hazard evaluation procedures

OSHA defines "on site in one location" for Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals standard

The use of a risk ranking matrix

Full text of OSHA Standard 1910.119 - Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals