Course Description
This Certified HAZOP Leader course is designed to prepare professionals to lead Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP) with competence, confidence, and certification. Participants will develop advanced skills in HAZOP facilitation, risk assessment, team management, and documentation.
The course provides a blend of theory, interactive workshops, real case studies, and role-play exercises, culminating in a practical HAZOP leadership assessment and certification exam. The training follows international standards such as IEC 61882, CCPS guidelines, and best industry practices.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will:
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Understand the principles and objectives of HAZOP
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Master the skills required to plan, facilitate, and document HAZOP studies
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Learn advanced techniques to guide multidisciplinary teams effectively
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Handle complex scenarios, conflict management, and team dynamics
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Apply international safety and process risk standards
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Pass the Certified HAZOP Leader Assessment
Who Should Attend?
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HSE Managers & Engineers
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Process Safety Engineers
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Risk Analysts
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Project Engineers
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Process Engineers
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Operations Managers
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Any professional involved in Process Safety and Risk Management seeking certification as a HAZOP leader
Training Format
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Instructor-led interactive sessions
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Real-life case studies and workshops
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HAZOP role-playing exercises (facilitator, scribe, team member)
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Group exercises and scenario-based learning
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Final leadership assessment and certification exam
Detailed 5-Day Agenda with Time Breaks
Day 1: Fundamentals of HAZOP Methodology
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Introduction |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Introduction to HAZOP & Process Safety Context |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | HAZOP Principles, Objectives, and History |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | HAZOP Terminology and Guidewords |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | HAZOP Methodology Step-by-Step |
Day 2: Preparing for HAZOP Studies
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | HAZOP Study Preparation & Pre-Meeting Activities |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Process Documentation & P&ID Analysis |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Defining Nodes, Scoping & Boundary Setting |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Selecting Team Members & Defining Roles |
Day 3: HAZOP Facilitation Techniques
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Facilitation Skills for HAZOP Leaders |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Managing Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Handling Deviations, Scenarios & Guidewords |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Live HAZOP Role-Play Exercise (Part 1) |
Day 4: Documentation, Risk Ranking & Leadership
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Risk Assessment, Ranking & Criticality |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | HAZOP Recording Techniques & Software Tools |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Action Management & Follow-Up |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Live HAZOP Role-Play Exercise (Part 2) |
Day 5: Assessment, Case Studies & Certification
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Real-World Case Studies: HAZOP Successes & Failures |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Leadership Assessment: Facilitated HAZOP Session |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Written Certification Exam |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Review, Feedback & Awarding of Certificates |
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the course and pass the assessment will receive:
Certified HAZOP Leader Certificate
(Compliant with IEC 61882, CCPS, and industry best practices)
