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Program Outline for Operational Safety for Oil & Gas Industry Introduction to Operational Safety in Oil & Gas: Overview of the oil and gas industry and its operational hazards. The importance of safety culture and leadership in the industry. Regulatory Framework and Standards: Key regulatory bodies: OSHA, API, ISO, and other industry-specific standards. Understanding compliance requirements and the role of safety management systems. Risk Management and Hazard Identification: Techniques for identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks. Tools such as HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study), Bowtie Analysis, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA). Process Safety Management (PSM): Elements of PSM and their application in oil and gas operations. Managing changes, process safety information, and operational controls. Emergency Response and Crisis Management: Developing and implementing emergency response plans. Incident command systems and managing crises such as spills, explosions, and fires. Permit to Work (PTW) and Safe Work Practices: Understanding the PTW system and its importance in controlling high-risk activities. Safe work practices for confined spaces, hot work, working at heights, and more. Fire Prevention and Control: Fire safety measures specific to oil and gas operations. Firefighting equipment, fire suppression systems, and emergency response drills. Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis: Techniques for investigating incidents, near misses, and root cause analysis. Learning from incidents to improve safety practices and prevent reoccurrences. Behavior-Based Safety (BBS): Promoting safe behavior and reducing human error through observation and feedback. Building a proactive safety culture within the workforce. Assessment and Certification: Final assessment to test knowledge and understanding of operational safety principles. Certification upon successful completion, recognized within the oil and gas industry.