Course Description
The Oil & Gas industry faces complex operational risks due to high-pressure systems, hazardous materials, remote operations, and extreme environments. Operational Safety Management (OSM) is critical to ensure the protection of people, assets, and the environment.
This comprehensive course covers the principles of process safety, personal safety, hazard management, operational integrity, and leadership in safety performance. Participants will learn to develop, implement, and manage effective safety systems aligned with industry standards such as API, OSHA, ISO 45001, and CCPS guidelines.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Understand key components of Operational Safety Management Systems (SMS)
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Identify and mitigate operational hazards in Oil & Gas activities
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Apply process safety management (PSM) and personal safety principles
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Implement permit to work systems, LOTO, and contractor safety management
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Lead incident investigations, audits, and safety performance monitoring
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Promote a safety culture and leadership commitment
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Develop emergency response and crisis management plans
Who Should Attend?
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HSE Managers and Coordinators
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Operations Managers and Supervisors
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Safety Officers and Engineers
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Process Engineers
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Maintenance Managers
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Emergency Response Teams
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Oilfield and Offshore Supervisors
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Project Managers in Oil & Gas
Training Format
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Interactive lectures
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Real-world case studies (e.g., Piper Alpha, Texas City Refinery, Deepwater Horizon)
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Group workshops and exercises
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Incident simulation and role-play
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Video analysis and discussions
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Pre-course and post-course assessments
5-Day Detailed Agenda with Time Breaks
Day 1: Introduction to Operational Safety in Oil & Gas
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Welcome |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Oil & Gas Industry Hazards Overview |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Safety Management Systems (SMS) Essentials |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Process vs. Personal Safety |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Case Study: Deepwater Horizon Blowout |
Day 2: Risk Identification and Hazard Management
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Hazard Identification (HAZID, HAZOP) |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Risk Assessment Techniques (Bowtie, LOPA) |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Safety Barriers & Layers of Protection |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Asset Integrity and Mechanical Safety |
Day 3: Control Measures and Operational Safety Systems
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Permit to Work (PTW) Systems |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) & Energy Isolation |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Contractor Safety Management |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Control of Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) |
Day 4: Emergency Preparedness and Incident Management
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Emergency Response Planning |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Crisis Management and Business Continuity |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Case Study Exercise: Incident Analysis |
Day 5: Safety Leadership and Continuous Improvement
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Developing a Safety Culture |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Safety Audits, Inspections & KPIs |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Behavior-Based Safety & Leadership Commitment |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Action Planning & Final Review |
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Operational Safety Management for Oil & Gas Professionals.
