Ensuring Operational Excellence: Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems (HSE-MS) in Oil and Gas Training Course

Introduction

The oil and gas industry inherently involves complex operations with significant potential for health, safety, and environmental (HSE) risks, ranging from high-pressure processes and hazardous materials to remote work sites and environmental spills. A robust and effectively implemented Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System (HSE-MS) is not merely a regulatory requirement but a fundamental pillar for preventing incidents, protecting personnel and the environment, and ensuring sustainable business continuity. It provides a structured approach to identifying, assessing, and controlling risks across all phases of operations.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems (HSE-MS) tailored for the oil and gas sector. From exploring the foundational principles of risk management and legislative frameworks to mastering the elements of an HSE-MS, audit methodologies, and continuous improvement processes, you will gain the expertise to implement and maintain effective systems. This empowers you to foster a strong safety culture, minimize environmental impact, ensure regulatory compliance, and strategically contribute to the long-term operational excellence and social responsibility of oil and gas companies.

Target Audience

  • HSE Managers, Engineers, and Advisors.
  • Operations Managers and Supervisors.
  • Project Managers and Project Engineers.
  • Process Safety Professionals.
  • Regulatory Compliance Officers.
  • Auditors and Inspectors.
  • Human Resources Professionals involved in HSE.
  • Anyone with responsibility for HSE performance in oil and gas.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles and benefits of an HSE Management System.
  • Grasp the international and national legislative frameworks governing HSE in oil and gas.
  • Analyze various hazard identification and risk assessment methodologies.
  • Comprehend the key elements of an effective HSE-MS (e.g., policy, organization, planning, implementation).
  • Evaluate different incident investigation and reporting techniques.
  • Develop practical skills in conducting HSE audits and inspections.
  • Navigate the requirements for emergency preparedness and response.
  • Formulate robust strategies for continuous improvement in HSE performance and fostering a strong safety culture.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to HSE Management Systems
  • Definition and purpose of an HSE Management System (HSE-MS).
  • Importance of HSE in the oil and gas industry: ethical, legal, financial.
  • Evolution of HSE-MS standards (e.g., OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
  • Key principles of a successful HSE-MS.
  • Integration of HSE with business objectives.
  1. Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for HSE in Oil and Gas
  • Overview of international HSE conventions and guidelines.
  • Major national HSE legislation impacting oil and gas operations.
  • Understanding roles, responsibilities, and liabilities.
  • Permit-to-work systems and regulatory compliance.
  • Enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance.
  1. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
  • Definition of hazard, risk, and consequence.
  • Hazard identification techniques: HAZID, HAZOP, checklists, safety reviews.
  • Risk assessment methodologies: qualitative, quantitative, semi-quantitative.
  • Risk matrices and ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) principle.
  • Risk control hierarchy: eliminate, substitute, engineer, administrate, PPE.
  1. HSE-MS Elements: Policy, Organization, and Planning
  • HSE Policy: development, commitment, communication.
  • Organization and responsibilities: roles, accountability, competency.
  • HSE planning: objectives, targets, programs.
  • Management of Change (MOC) for HSE.
  • Contractor HSE management.
  1. HSE-MS Elements: Implementation and Operation
  • Procedures and work instructions for safe operations.
  • Emergency preparedness and response plans.
  • Training and awareness programs for all personnel.
  • Communication and consultation with workforce.
  • Control of documents and records.
  1. Incident Reporting, Investigation, and Analysis
  • Definition of incidents, accidents, near misses.
  • Importance of accurate and timely reporting.
  • Incident investigation methodologies: root cause analysis (RCA), barrier analysis.
  • Developing effective corrective and preventive actions.
  • Learning from incidents and sharing lessons learned.
  1. HSE Audit and Review
  • Purpose of HSE audits: verifying compliance and effectiveness.
  • Types of audits: internal, external, compliance, management system.
  • Audit planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Management review of the HSE-MS: continuous improvement.
  • Performance indicators for HSE-MS effectiveness.
  1. Process Safety Management (PSM)
  • Introduction to PSM: managing hazards associated with highly hazardous chemicals.
  • Key elements of PSM: Process Safety Information, PHA, Operating Procedures, MOC, etc.
  • Mechanical integrity and quality assurance.
  • Pre-startup safety reviews (PSSR).
  • Contractor safety for PSM-covered processes.
  1. Environmental Management in Oil and Gas
  • Environmental impacts of oil and gas operations: air emissions, wastewater, waste.
  • Environmental regulations and permitting.
  • Waste management hierarchy: reduce, reuse, recycle, recover, dispose.
  • Spill prevention and response.
  • Environmental monitoring and reporting.
  1. Fostering a Safety Culture and Future Trends
  • Leadership commitment and visible felt leadership.
  • Employee engagement and participation in HSE.
  • Behavioral safety programs.
  • HSE performance measurement and incentives.
  • Digitalization in HSE: real-time monitoring, analytics, AI for risk prediction.
  • Sustainability reporting and social responsibility in oil and gas.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

 

 

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