The 16 elements of Process Safety Management (PSM) are: Process Hazard Analysis (PHA): A systematic approach to identify, evaluate, and control hazards in processes that use hazardous chemicals

 The 16 elements of Process Safety Management (PSM) are:

Process Hazard Analysis (PHA): A systematic approach to identify, evaluate, and control hazards in processes that use hazardous chemicals 

Employee Involvement: Ensuring employees are involved in safety practices 

Management of Change (MOC): Managing changes to processes 

Operating Procedures: Ensuring procedures are followed to keep workers safe 

Safe Work Practices & Permits: Ensuring workers have the proper permits and follow safe work practices 

Employee Information & Training: Ensuring employees are informed and trained on safety practices 

Pre-startup Safety Reviews (PSSR): Reviewing safety before starting a new process 

Design Quality Assurance: Ensuring the design of processes is high quality 

Maintenance & Mechanical Integrity: Ensuring equipment is well-maintained and mechanically sound 

Emergency Response: Ensuring a plan is in place to respond to emergencies 

Periodic Safety Audits: Regularly auditing the PSM program to ensure it's effective and compliant with regulations 

Process Incident Investigation: Investigating incidents to learn from them 

Standards & Regulations: Ensuring the PSM program complies with relevant standards and regulations 

Trade Secrets: Protecting trade secrets 

Conduct of Operations: Ensuring management and operations are carried out in a structured manner