Pre-Operational Process Review Bureau of Workers’ Compensation

Pre-Operational Process Review Bureau of Workers’ Compensation PA Training for Health & Safety (PATHS) Operational Readiness Review Engineering safety into facilities, processes, procedures, or pieces of machinery prior to set up and use. PPT-030-01 1

Definition A procedure providing for the review of: - plans - drawings - diagrams - specifications For: processes equipment machinery facilities Prior to use and introduction into the workplace. Purpose: identifying-correcting hazardous conditions. PPT-030-01 2

Purpose Verify process/equipment/machinery/facility: Can be safely and efficiently installed/operated. Will be operated, maintained, supplied by trained and competent personnel Is designed and will be operated in compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements Will be operated so no undue risks to employees, public, environment, stockholders or company Has appropriate documentation in place PPT-030-01 3

Review Should be conducted for: Unplanned shutdown Extended shutdown Facility changes Substantial process/system change Addition of new machinery Major changes to safety basis Whenever deemed appropriate PPT-030-01 4

Review Should be disciplined, systematic, documented, performance-based. Should be conducted by a team including safety officer/coordinator. Should concentrate on potential hazards and safety issues. Should determine what steps can be taken before start-up to correct hazards/issues. PPT-030-01 5

Review: Ensure Adequate and correct procedures and safety limits in place. Appropriate training and qualifications programs in place for operations and support personnel. Appropriate emergency procedures in place as necessary. Safety devices/systems in place and operate correctly. Documentation in place and shared with personnel concerned. PPT-030-01 6

Review Brainstorm to determine any possible hazards/safety issues that could occur. Plan for worst case scenario. Determine all options for hazard correction. Evaluate all related safety policies/procedures developed: clear, concise, well-written, understandable, uncomplicated? Leave “no stone unturned.” PPT-030-01 7

Suggested Review Team Members Individuals involved in process/machine operators. Safety officer/coordinator. Safety Committee. Supervisory personnel. Insurance loss control rep. Maintenance, housekeeping. PPT-030-01 8

Bottom Line Pre-operational process review not only good business practice, also assists with injury and property damage prevention. Pre-op process review should be part of ongoing safety management. Should be documented and kept on file. Use pre-op process review regularly. PPT-030-01 9

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