Requires a written plan of action documenting employee’s involvement in the PSM program.

Requires the compilation of written process safety information on process chemicals, process technology and process equipment.

Requires using a specified process to conduct an analysis that contains hazards of the process, hazardous incident history, engineering and administrative controls, consequence and effects of control failure on employees.

Requires written operating procedures covering each step of every operating phase, including operating limits, safety and health considerations and safety system functions.

Training of employees in safety and health hazards, emergency operations and safe work practices is required, at the minimum, every three (3) years.

Requires a written program including procedures to qualify contractors, a standard package of facility safety information and procedures to enforce safety rules and practices.

Mandates a safety review of new facilities and modified sites to confirm integrity of equipment, assurance that safety, operating, maintenance and emergency procedures are in place and to verify that a PHA has been performed.

Requires written procedures documenting a system to verify the mechanical integrity of process equipment and dealing with deviations or problems discovered during the inspection process.

Requires written procedures documenting a permit system for hot work operations in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines.

Requires written procedures to assure that system changes are implemented safely.

Requires the development of incident investigation procedures so a proper investigation is conducted of all incidents that resulted in or could have resulted in a catastrophic release.

Requires the development and implementation of a written emergency action plan or an emergency response plan in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 guidelines.

Requires the development and implementation of an audit program to assure compliance with process safety requirements every three (3) years.