A comprehensive checklist for auditing Process Safety Management systems in chemical facilities to ensure compliance with OSHA's PSM standard and prevent major chemical accidents.
OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Audit Checklist
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About This Checklist
Process Safety Management (PSM) is crucial for preventing catastrophic incidents in chemical facilities handling highly hazardous chemicals. This OSHA PSM Audit Checklist is an indispensable tool for ensuring compliance with OSHA's Process Safety Management standard (29 CFR 1910.119). By systematically evaluating key elements such as process hazard analysis, operating procedures, mechanical integrity, and management of change, this checklist helps identify gaps in PSM implementation, reduce risks, and maintain a robust safety culture in high-hazard chemical operations.
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Indicate whether the emergency shutdown systems are operational.
Enter the percentage of PPE available.
Select the frequency of safety training.
Provide a detailed description of maintenance procedures for safety equipment.
Enter the date of the last safety equipment inspection.
Select the compliance status of chemical storage.
Enter the average response time for chemical spills.
Indicate whether SDS are available for all chemicals.
Provide a detailed description of chemical handling procedures.
Enter the date of the last chemical safety audit.
Select the implementation status of the training program.
Enter the average attendance rate for training sessions.
Indicate whether refresher training sessions are conducted.
Provide a detailed description of the training materials review process.
Enter the date of the last training program evaluation.
Select the completeness status of the process safety information.
Enter the frequency of risk assessments in months.
Indicate whether incident reporting procedures are established.
Provide a detailed description of the emergency response plan review process.
Enter the date of the last process safety audit.
FAQs
The primary purpose is to evaluate compliance with OSHA's Process Safety Management standard and identify areas for improvement in managing highly hazardous chemical processes.
OSHA requires that compliance audits be conducted at least every three years, but many companies choose to conduct them more frequently for better risk management.
The audit team should include individuals knowledgeable in PSM and the process being audited, such as process engineers, safety professionals, and operations personnel.
Key elements include process safety information, process hazard analysis, operating procedures, training, mechanical integrity, management of change, incident investigation, and emergency planning and response.
Audit results can identify areas needing improvement, leading to the development of corrective actions, updates to procedures, enhanced training programs, and overall strengthening of the PSM system.
Benefits of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Audit Checklist
Ensures compliance with OSHA's PSM standard
Identifies gaps in process safety management systems
Helps prevent major chemical accidents and releases
Improves overall safety performance in high-hazard facilities
Facilitates continuous improvement in process safety practices