Hiring a third-party vendor for Process Safety Management (PSM) can feel overwhelming. There’s a lot at stake, from ensuring compliance...

[ This is one of three in a "Now What?" blog series by Chris Foster, a Macha PSM Consultant] A Dive into Some Practical and Often...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] There is little say about hot work permits...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] Mechanical Integrity (MI)  is integral to...

Lee Zeldin, recently confirmed as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Donald Trump, brings a...

Safety is the cornerstone of any successful ammonia refrigeration operation. With the inherent dangers of working with high-pressure...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] While Management of Change (MOC)  and...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM.] Even if operators are properly trained,...

Managing Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Programs (RMP) isn’t exactly a walk in the park. Do you hire a full-time PSM...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] There is a spectrum of methods for...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] Operating Procedures (SOPs - Standard...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] The Process Hazard Analysis  (PHA) is the...

A 5-Year Mechanical Integrity Audit (MIA) report is essential for maintaining compliance and safety in industrial refrigeration systems....

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] Within 14 major program elements, Process...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] 14 PSM Elements          While the RMP...

[This blog series derives from a technical paper written by Eli Macha, President of Macha PSM] When it comes to process safety...

Ensuring the safety and compliance of ammonia refrigeration systems is crucial, and two essential evaluations help make that happen: the...

In a recent poll, we posed the question to process safety management (PSM) professionals: “What triggers a Pre-Startup Safety Review...

Summary On October 12, 2022, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) held a Stakeholder Meeting to discuss possible...

The EPA is zeroing in on Risk Management Plans (RMPs) to enhance safety at facilities that handle hazardous materials. If your operation...