Course Description
The Safety Case Development & Application course is designed to provide professionals in high-risk industries (Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Energy, Mining) with in-depth knowledge of how to develop, implement, and maintain safety cases in line with international regulatory frameworks. A Safety Case is a structured argument supported by evidence, demonstrating that an operation can be conducted safely.
This course covers hazard identification, risk analysis, control measures, regulatory requirements, emergency response, and continuous improvement of safety cases. It aligns with international best practices such as UK HSE, NOPSEMA (Australia), Seveso III Directive, and API RP 75.
Key Learning Objectives
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Understand the concept and regulatory basis of Safety Cases
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Learn how to develop and structure a Safety Case
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Identify hazards and assess operational risks
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Define safety-critical elements (SCEs) and performance standards
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Develop emergency response strategies within the Safety Case
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Maintain, review, and update Safety Cases over time
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Understand the operator’s and regulator’s roles in Safety Case management
Who Should Attend?
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HSE Managers and Officers
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Process Safety Engineers
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Operations and Facility Managers
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Risk Management Professionals
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Regulators and Auditors
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Emergency Response Coordinators
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Engineering and Design Managers
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Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Professionals
Training Format
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Instructor-led sessions (classroom/virtual)
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Interactive workshops and case studies
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Group exercises and hazard identification simulations
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Real-world incident analysis
Detailed 5-Day Agenda with Time Breaks
Day 1: Introduction to Safety Case
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Welcome |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | What is a Safety Case? Definition & Purpose |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | History of Safety Case Development (Piper Alpha, Texas City Refinery) |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | International Regulatory Frameworks (UK HSE, NOPSEMA, EU Seveso III, API RP 75) |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Components of a Safety Case Document |
Day 2: Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Hazard Identification (HAZID, HAZOP, Bowtie) |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Risk Assessment Methods (LOPA, QRA, Risk Matrices) |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Identifying Major Accident Hazards (MAH) |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Safety Barriers & Safety Critical Elements (SCEs) |
Day 3: Control Measures & Emergency Planning
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Control Measures & Risk Mitigation |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Performance Standards for SCEs |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Emergency Response Planning in Safety Cases |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Case Study: Safety Case Failures & Lessons Learned |
Day 4: Writing & Maintaining a Safety Case
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Structuring the Safety Case Document |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Writing Effective and Clear Safety Arguments |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Safety Case Maintenance & Continuous Improvement |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Safety Case Submission & Regulator Interface |
Day 5: Practical Workshop & Course Review
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Group Exercise: Develop a Mini Safety Case |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Presentations & Peer Review of Safety Case Elements |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Auditing and Reviewing Safety Cases |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Course Recap, Q&A, and Certification Ceremony |
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Safety Case Development & Application.
