What does SMP stand for?

This program, following the development of CCPS s Guidelines for Process Safety Metrics, advances process safety by providing a means for companies to fully measure their process safety management program relative to industry leaders and their peers," said James Muoio of LyondellBasell, who serves as chair of the CCPS Benchmarking Committee.

Ultimately, an effective safety management program will not only protect your employees from harm, but it also will protect your bottom line.

An effective product safety management program should have a defined management structure; have clearly defined employee roles and responsibilities; provide adequate training for employees; have documented policies, specifications, and procedures; have a process to analyze and evaluate risks in a product life cycle; encourage effective communication between interested parties; and have a formal quality assurance program.

Horgan directed process engineering, established a process safety management program and led new product development initiatives.

In these positions, he established a process safety management program, directed process engineering and lead new product development initiatives.

The next step after risk assessment in a safety management program involves establishing a food safety objective (FSO)--a statement of the maximum level of a microbiological hazard in a food considered appropriate for consumer protection.

Many lift manufacturers - Invacare is an example - are taking an active role in helping nursing homes monitor safety issues and develop a complete safety management program.

Integrated safety management program training for supervisors and senior management is a necessity.