Training Course on Advanced Safety Engineering and Risk Assessment for Safety Managers

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Advanced Safety Engineering

ü  Evolution of Safety Thinking: From Reactive to Proactive

ü  Principles of System Safety Engineering

ü  The Role of Safety Engineering in Risk Management

ü  Safety Lifecycle Management

ü  Integrating Safety into Design and Operations

ü  Practical Session: Mapping the Safety Lifecycle for a Complex Industrial System

 

Module 2: Advanced Hazard Identification and Analysis Techniques

ü  Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) Study: Advanced Application

ü  Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) / Criticality Analysis (FMECA)

ü  Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) and Event Tree Analysis (ETA)

ü  What-If/Checklist Analysis

ü  Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)

ü  Practical Session: Conducting a Mini-HAZOP Study on a Process Diagram

 

Module 3: Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) Methodologies

ü  Introduction to Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)

ü  Probability and Consequence Modeling

ü  Risk Matrices and Risk Acceptance Criteria

ü  Calculating Individual and Societal Risk

ü  Uncertainty and Sensitivity Analysis in QRA

ü  Practical Session: Interpreting and Using QRA Results for Decision-Making

 

Module 4: Qualitative Risk Assessment Tools and Applications

ü  Advanced Bow-tie Analysis for Barrier Management

ü  Cause and Effect Diagrams for Risk Analysis

ü  Risk Ranking and Prioritization Methods

ü  Using Risk Registers Effectively

ü  Applying Qualitative Risk Assessment in Different Contexts

ü  Practical Session: Developing a Bow-tie Diagram for a Critical Process Hazard

 

Module 5: Human Factors in Safety Engineering

ü  Understanding Human Error and Performance Reliability

ü  Cognitive Ergonomics and Design for Human Performance

ü  Human Reliability Analysis (HRA) Techniques

ü  Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Design

ü  Organizational Factors Influencing Human Error

ü  Practical Session: Identifying Human Factor Contributions to a Simulated Incident Scenario

 

Module 6: Incident Investigation and Advanced Root Cause Analysis

ü  Beyond 5 Whys: Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Methodologies

ü  Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagrams for Complex Incidents

ü  Barrier Analysis in Incident Investigation

ü  Effective Data Collection for Investigations

ü  Developing Actionable Recommendations and Follow-up

ü  Practical Session: Leading a Root Cause Analysis for a Detailed Incident Case Study

 

Module 7: Safety Performance Measurement and Metrics

ü  Leading vs. Lagging Indicators

ü  Developing Meaningful Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs)

ü  Data Collection and Analysis for SPIs

ü  Benchmarking Safety Performance

ü  Reporting Safety Performance to Management and Stakeholders

ü  Practical Session: Designing a Set of Leading and Lagging Safety Performance Indicators

 

Module 8: Functional Safety and Reliability Engineering

ü  Introduction to Functional Safety Standards (e.g., IEC 61508, IEC 61511)

ü  Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) Determination

ü  Reliability Block Diagrams and Reliability Analysis

ü  Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) Concepts

ü  Redundancy and Diversity in Safety Design

ü  Practical Session: Understanding SIL Determination for a Safety Instrumented Function

 

Module 9: Safety Culture and Behavioral Safety

ü  Defining and Assessing Safety Culture Maturity

ü  The Role of Leadership in Shaping Safety Culture

ü  Behavioral-Based Safety (BBS) Programs: Design and Implementation

ü  Promoting Safety Communication and Engagement

ü  Overcoming Barriers to a Strong Safety Culture

ü  Practical Session: Developing Strategies to Enhance Safety Culture within an Organization

 

Module 10: Emerging Technologies and Future Trends in Safety

ü  Digitalization and Industry 4.0's Impact on Safety

ü  Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Risk Prediction

ü  Drones and Robotics for Inspection and Hazard Monitoring

ü  Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR) for Safety Training

ü  Cybersecurity Risks in Operational Technology (OT)

ü Practical Session: Discussing the Application of Emerging Technologies to Address Specific Safety Challenges

About Our Trainers

Our trainers are highly accomplished Safety Engineers, Certified Risk Managers, and seasoned industry veterans with extensive experience in leading advanced safety and risk management initiatives across high-hazard sectors such as oil & gas, manufacturing, construction, and chemicals. They hold advanced degrees in safety engineering, industrial safety, or related fields and possess professional certifications (e.g., CSP, PMP, and Certified Functional Safety Expert). Their expertise combines rigorous academic knowledge with practical application in complex operational environments, ensuring participants receive cutting-edge insights and actionable strategies.

 

Quality Statement

Phoenix Training Center is committed to delivering high-quality, practical, and relevant training programs. Our courses are meticulously designed and regularly updated to reflect the latest industry trends and best practices. We strive to provide an engaging and supportive learning environment that empowers participants to achieve their professional goals.

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. 

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.
4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.
2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202