Operating Procedures

 

Operating Procedures

1. Development and implementation of operating procedures:
   • Steps for each operating phase (e.g., startup, normal operation, shutdown, etc.)
   • Operating limits (e.g., consequences of deviation, steps for correction, etc.)
   • Exposure limits
   • Safety and health considerations
   • Incompatible materials
   • Safety systems.
2. Procedure accessibility to employees.
3. Annual certification of procedure accuracy.
4. Implementation of safe work practices (e.g., lockout/tagout, confined entry).

SMS Will:

• Assist in drafting new/revised operation procedures as required.
• Assist in review/evaluation of procedure accuracy and incorporation of safety and health issues.
• Assist the PSM Certification team in the annual review of procedures.
• Assist in review/evaluation of “Safe Work Practices” system.

Client Will:

• Write or maintain the procedures.
• Maintain system for employee or contractor access to procedures.
• Certify procedures.
• Provide process engineering expertise/data/drawings as applicable.