Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) Training

This training aims to introduce participants to the fundamental principles and practical approach of the Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) process conducted before the commissioning of new facilities, equipment modifications, or process changes. Participants will gain a general understanding of the technical checks, documentation requirements, and implementation steps involved in a PSSR.

Day 1 – Fundamentals and Process Structure

• Risks associated with startup and commissioning activities in process safety
• PSSR concept and its importance
• Relationship between MOC and PSSR
• Regulatory and standards-based approach
• Planning the PSSR process
• When should a PSSR be conducted?
• Roles and responsibilities
• PSSR checklist approach
• Documentation requirements

Day 2 – Technical Implementation and Workshop

• Design and engineering verification
• Equipment and system inspections
• Verification of safety systems
• Review of procedures and operational readiness
• Training and competency verification
• Common risks during startup and commissioning
• Temporary changes and risk management
• Consequences of inadequate PSSR implementation
• Practical PSSR exercise (Workshop)
• Common mistakes and best practices