Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Tools & Techniques

1) Course Introduction

This course explains PHA methodologies used to identify and control process-related hazards in high-risk operations.

At the risk analysis core, Seattle International Institute for Training integrates structured PHA tools and industry case studies.

2) Key Learning Objectives

Participants will learn to:

• Conduct PHAs using HAZOP, What-If, Checklist & FMEA
• Evaluate consequences, likelihood & safeguards
• Document and track PHA recommendations
• Integrate PHA findings into PSM programs
• Improve process reliability through proactive risk assessment

3) Target Audience

• Process safety engineers
• Operations staff
• Maintenance engineers
• HSE teams

4) Course Importance & Business Impact

PHA reduces the likelihood of process incidents and strengthens safety performance.

5) Practical Modules / Key Topics

• PHA methodologies
• Hazard ranking
• Safeguard evaluation
• PHA documentation
• Case study workshop