Course Overview
This intensive 5-day course is designed to equip offshore professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to manage safety and risk effectively in offshore environments. Participants will gain a clear understanding of international safety standards, risk assessment techniques, process safety management, emergency response protocols, and how to foster a proactive safety culture. Real-world case studies, interactive workshops, and system-based methodologies will reinforce practical application and critical thinking.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Interpret and apply key offshore safety and regulatory standards.
- Conduct structured hazard identification and risk assessments.
- Implement and maintain effective Safety and Risk Management Systems (SMS/RMS).
- Ensure operational and technical integrity of offshore assets.
- Develop and evaluate emergency response and incident investigation procedures.
- Promote leadership accountability and a positive safety culture offshore.
Who Should Attend
- Offshore Installation Managers (OIMs)
- HSE Advisors, Engineers, and Safety Officers
- Marine, Drilling, and Production Supervisors
- Compliance and Risk Managers
- Offshore Project Engineers and Technical Staff
- Safety Regulators and Auditors
Course Outline
Introduction to Offshore Safety
- Overview of Offshore Oil & Gas Operations
- Common Hazards and Environmental Challenges
- History and Analysis of Major Offshore Incidents
- Regulatory Bodies and International Safety Standards (OSHA, API RP 75, ISO 45001, IMO)
Safety and Risk Management Systems (SMS/RMS)
- Elements and Structure of a Safety Management System
- Safety Roles and Responsibilities at Different Levels
- Risk Management Lifecycle
- Safety Cases and Risk-Based Compliance
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Techniques
- HAZID, HAZOP, and What-If Analysis
- Risk Matrices and Prioritization Tools
- Bowtie Methodology and Barrier Management
- ALARP Principle in Decision-Making
- Permit to Work (PTW) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Process Safety and Technical Integrity
- Understanding Process Safety vs. Occupational Safety
- Identification and Management of Safety Critical Elements (SCEs)
- Maintenance Strategies: Preventive, Predictive, Condition-Based
- Emergency Shutdown Systems, Fire & Gas Detection
- Management of Change (MoC) and its Impact on Risk
Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Developing an Emergency Response Plan
- Incident Command Systems (ICS) for Offshore Installations
- Conducting Effective Drills and Simulations
- Emergency Evacuation and Rescue Operations
- Business Continuity and Crisis Communication
Incident Investigation and Learning from Failures
- Incident Reporting Frameworks and Classifications
- Root Cause Analysis Tools (5-Whys, Fishbone, TapRoot)
- Corrective Action Planning and Implementation
- Case Study Analysis: Root Causes and Recommendations
- Closing the Loop on Incident Learning
Human Factors and Safety Culture
- Introduction to Human and Organizational Factors
- Behavioral Safety and Safety Culture Models (e.g., Hudson, DuPont)
- Psychological Safety and Employee Engagement
- Overcoming Complacency and Risk Normalization
- Encouraging Hazard Reporting and Participation
Leadership and Continuous Improvement
- Leadership Commitment and Visible Safety Leadership
- Setting Safety KPIs and Monitoring Performance
- Integrating Safety into Offshore Operational Planning
- Leading Toolbox Talks, Safety Meetings, and Walkabouts
- Developing a Personal and Organizational Safety Roadmap