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Health and Safety Management in Oil & Gas

Health and Safety Management in Oil & Gas

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Course Overview

The Health and Safety Management in Oil & Gas program provides learners with advanced knowledge and applied skills to manage health, safety, and environmental (HSE) risks in oil and gas operations. It emphasizes hazard identification, process safety management, permit systems, and regulatory compliance. Participants will gain the competence to design, implement, and monitor safety management systems that align with international standards and industry best practices.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Health and Safety Management in Oil & Gas
Total Credits 60
Guided Learning Hours 180
Qualification Time 600
  1. Introduction to Health and Safety in the Oil & Gas Industry Reviews the importance of HSE management, safety culture, and organizational responsibilities.

  2. Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Techniques Explains methods such as HAZID, HAZOP, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

  3. Process Safety Management (PSM) Covers OSHA PSM elements, safety barriers, and process hazard controls.

  4. Permit to Work Systems (PTW) Reviews PTW procedures for hot work, confined space entry, and electrical isolation.

  5. Fire and Explosion Risk Control Explains ignition sources, fire suppression systems, and explosion prevention.

  6. Emergency Response and Crisis Management Covers emergency planning, drills, crisis communication, and disaster recovery.

  7. Occupational Health Hazards and Control Measures Reviews chemical, physical, and ergonomic hazards with mitigation strategies.

  8. Safe Management of Contractors & Simultaneous Operations Explains contractor safety management, SIMOPS planning, and coordination.

  9. Environmental Protection and Waste Management Focuses on spill prevention, waste minimization, and sustainability practices.

  10. Regulatory Framework and Industry Best Practices Reviews OSHA, ILO, API, ISO 45001, and local oil & gas safety regulations.

  • Builds advanced competence in oil and gas HSE management

  • Enhances compliance with international and national safety standards

  • Strengthens skills in hazard identification, PTW, and process safety management

  • Provides tools for contractor management, SIMOPS, and environmental protection

  • Offers recognized certification to support career progression in HSE leadership roles

  • HSE managers and safety coordinators in oil and gas operations

  • Supervisors and engineers responsible for safety compliance

  • Contractors and service providers in oil and gas facilities

  • Students and early‑career professionals in petroleum and process safety

  • Individuals preparing for advanced qualifications in HSE leadership

  • Assessment Type: Written exam + case study + practical assessment

  • Format: MCQs, short answers, applied case study, and PTW simulation

  • Total Questions: 70 theory + 1 case study + 1 practical assessment

  • Passing Score: 70%

  • Duration: 3 hours (written) + 1 day (practical)

  • Certification: Health and Safety Management in Oil & Gas

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