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Podcast: The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Episode: Episode 47 - Process Hazard Analysis for Process Safety Management (PSM)
Description: Episode 47 breaks down the Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) element of OSHA’s Process Safety Management Standard (29 CFR 1910.119). Dr. Ayers explains what a PHA is, why it matters, how it must be conducted, and how it fits into the broader PSM system.
The core message: A PHA is the brain of the PSM program. If it’s weak, every other element suffers.
🧭 Purpose of a PHA
A PHA is a systematic, structured method for identifying:
Process hazards
Potential causes of chemical releases
Consequences of failures
Existing safeguards
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