Overview of Auditing for PSM/RMP Compliance

Auditing is an essential tool for improving safety performance in facilities handling hazardous chemicals. When done by experienced auditors, safety audits provide a systematic and structured approach to evaluating and enhancing management systems. Effective audits play a key role in meeting Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements, enhancing overall safety practices. The OSHA PSM standard (29 CFR 1910.119) and the EPA RMP (40 CFR Part 68) outline comprehensive frameworks to manage hazardous chemicals and prevent catastrophic incidents.

This one-day overview of auditing for PSM/RMP course provides a foundational understanding of the auditing process, focusing specifically on auditing Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) programs. The course will cover the basics of the auditing practice, offering insights into how audits can help organizations assess and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

While this course introduces key auditing concepts, it does not go into the depth of more advanced audit training, such as the Auditing for Process Safety & Risk Management course. Participants will gain a general understanding of how to conduct audits, the skills needed (such as interview techniques and sampling methods), and how to formulate findings and recommendations. The course will also cover how audits contribute to improving safety performance and ensuring compliance with PSM and RMP regulations.