HSE Critical Processes

Overview

In the development of the HSE Case work and the HEMP bowtie analysis, critical
processes have to be identified that support the management of risk on a site wide basis.
These items are chosen as Critical Processes because of the number of repeat occurrences
that have been identified in the process unit related bowties and because of their
complexity. These critical processes vary in name by site but encompass the same basic
concepts. Below is a description of each of these HSE Critical Processes are those that
are needed to prevent RAM level 4 and 5 consequence events and a have a single owner
who is part of the management team.

The following are the identified critical processes:

1. Change Management
2. Contractor Management
3. Emergency Management
4. HSE Competency Management
5. HSE Critical Operating Limits
6. HSE Document Management
7. HSSE Compliance Management
8. Mechanical Integrity
9. Permit to Work
10. Personal Protective Equipment Management

Critical Process Description

1. Change Management (MOC, Management of Operating Conditions)

The process to assure that changes to facilities, procedures, process conditions or

limits, as well as process computer software are reviewed to assure safeguards against
HSE hazards are adequate. Change Management includes the process to assess the
readiness of a change and correct any potential HSE hazards that remain before
commencement. Also, the process to assure that changes in Organization are
reviewed for personnel competency and critical tasks are re-assigned.

2. Contractor Management

The process to assure contractors meet the health safety and environmental
requirements required by the site and are competent for the HSE critical tasks they
carry out.
3. Emergency Management

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Emergency Management is the process for managing the emergency response for the
site to minimize the consequences from HSE incidents. This includes, but not limited
to:
staffing and training requirements,
accessibility requirements,
hardware and facilities requirements
responsibilities of first responders,
protocols with third party services (fire brigade, health services, spill clean
up services as appropriate)
legal requirements to be fulfilled when an emergency situation occurs.
the communication/ warning systems to Stakeholders such as neighbours
and authorities.
communication with press

4. HSE Competency Management

The process to assure employees have the HSE critical knowledge, skills and
capabilities to perform the required tasks. This includes assuring people are fit to
work

5. HSE Critical Operating Limits

The process of establishing and validating required operating limits within which a
process unit is operated, monitoring operating conditions to ensure safe and
environmentally responsible operation and identifying the need for Instrument
Protective Functions applications. Ensure Safe Production, Ensure Equipment
Integrity, and Provide Instrument Protective Functions, can be part of this HSSE
Critical Process.

6. HSSE Compliance Management

The process required by the site to assure compliance with HSE and security
regulations, Company requirements and local agreements.

The process required by the site to assure conformance to HSE and security
requirements, including, but not limited to:

monitoring of relevant regulations, and other requirements (like ISO

14001, Responsible Care, etc.),
preparing permit applications, guidance, and HSE and security reporting,
preparing guidance,
HSE and security reporting to agencies and/or groups, and
translating regulatory and other requirements into tasks and incorporating
them into appropriate critical processes.

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7. Management of HSE Documents

The process to assure that documents (procedures, policies, orders, check-sheets, etc.)
are created, documented, and maintained for HSE critical tasks. This includes
assuring that HSE documents and other documents (operating and maintenance) to
address HSE risks are functional, understood and followed.

8. Mechanical Integrity

The process for identifying, inspecting and maintaining HSE critical equipment and
piping at the appropriate level of reliability, including the process to inspect and
maintain equipment and to assure the correct materials are selected and used. This
includes the quality assurance requirements for maintenance performed that is not
considered a change and managed by Change Management. The various disciplines
to be considered are: Rotating Equipment, Pressure Equipment, Electrical,
Instrumentation, Maintenance, Civil.

9. Permit to Work

The process to assure that the conditions to perform work in an HSE sound manner
(before work is started), maintained (while the work is in progress) and finalized
(when the work is complete and equipment is returned to a safe condition). This
process includes general and safe work, lock out / tag out requirements, hot work,
confined space entry and flare entry requirements for any work performed on the site.

10. Personal Protective Equipment Management

The process to assure personnel know when personal protective equipment is required
and that the proper personal protective equipment is available.

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