Training and Software

Process safety training is a critical investment in the safety, efficiency, and success of your operations. At Watchmen, our team of seasoned industry experts brings extensive real-world experience to equip your team with the practical knowledge and skills needed to identify, assess, and manage potential hazards effectively. Our training goes beyond theory—our experts provide hands-on guidance, industry insights, and proven strategies to help your team confidently apply best practices and regulatory requirements in their daily operations. By fostering a deep understanding of safety protocols, this training not only enhances workplace safety and regulatory compliance but also boosts employee confidence and strengthens your organization’s proactive safety culture. With Watchmen’s expertise, your team will be better prepared to mitigate risks, prevent costly incidents, and drive long-term operational excellence, ensuring safer and more resilient business performance. 

• Introduction to Process Safety and PHA: Overview of process safety management, the role of PHA in hazard identification, and regulatory requirements.
• PHA Methodologies:  Overview of the most common PHA techniques such as HAZOP, What-If and FMEA. 
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Strategies for evaluating risks and developing actionable recommendations to prevent incidents.
• PHA Team Roles and Responsibilities: Understanding the composition of a PHA team and the specific roles of each member.
• Case Studies and Practical Exercises: Application of learned concepts through real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises.

• Introduction to LOPA: Overview of the methodology, purpose, and benefits in process safety.
• Risk Assessment Framework: How LOPA fits within Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
• Hazard Scenario Development: Identifying initiating events, consequence severity, and frequency.
• Independent Protection Layers (IPLs): Defining, evaluating, and verifying effective safeguards.
• Risk Reduction and Decision-Making: Understanding risk tolerability criteria and required safety functions.
• Standards and Compliance: How LOPA aligns with IEC 61511, OSHA PSM, and industry best practices.
• Case Studies and Practical Exercises: Hands-on applications to reinforce LOPA methodology.

• Introduction to SIL and SIS: Overview of the concepts of Safety Integrity Level and Safety Instrumented Systems, including key terminology and definitions.
• Risk Assessment and SIL Determination: Understanding how to perform risk assessments and determine the appropriate SIL for different safety functions.
• SIS Design and Implementation: Key considerations in the design and implementation of SIS, including hardware and software components, and how to achieve the required SIL.
• SIL Verification and Validation: Methods for verifying and validating that a system meets its SIL requirements throughout the SIS lifecycle.
• Standards and Compliance: Overview of industry standards such as IEC 61511, and how they guide the implementation and management of SIL and SIS.
• Case Studies and Practical Exercises: Analysis of real-world examples and hands-on exercises to reinforce the principles learned.

• Introduction to SIL and SIS: Overview of SIL concepts, SIS design principles, and the significance of SIL in process safety.
• SIS Lifecycle and Maintenance: Introduction to the SIS lifecycle, focusing on the maintenance and operations phases, including periodic proof testing, bypasses, repairs and documentation.
• SIL Verification and Validation: Understanding SIL verification processes, how to maintain SIL throughout the system's life, and the role of maintenance in ensuring SIS reliability.
• Best Practices for SIS Maintenance: Practical guidance on maintenance activities, including routine inspections, functional testing, and managing system modifications.
• Case Studies and Practical Exercises: Application of concepts through case studies, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises to reinforce learning.

• Introduction to Process Safety Leadership – Why process safety matters, case studies of major industrial incidents, leadership’s role, and applicable Canadian and U.S. regulations.
• Process Safety Management (PSM) Overview – Foundational pillars of PSM, regulatory requirements (CSA Z767 & OSHA 1910.119), and leadership responsibilities.
• Leadership and Organizational Culture – Creating a strong safety culture, driving accountability, and ensuring effective communication.
• Operational Risk and Hazard Management – Risk-based decision-making, hazard identification, and inherently safer design principles.
• Continuous Improvement and Compliance – Maintaining process safety performance, regulatory compliance, and lessons learned from past incidents.
• Call to Action – Recap of key takeaways, leadership strategies for applying PSM principles, and next steps.

• Introduction to PHA