ISC Process Safety Management 5

Question 1

Under PSM, what is the threshold quantity for a flammable liquid or gas in one process (with listed exceptions) that triggers coverage?

Accepted Answer

10,000 pounds

Answer

Processes with 10,000 pounds or more of flammable liquid or gas on site in one location are covered.

Question 2

How frequently must the employer certify that PSM operating procedures are current and accurate?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

Operating procedures must be reviewed as often as necessary and certified annually as current and accurate.

Question 3

An incident investigation team for a near-miss release must include at least which member?

Accepted Answer

A person knowledgeable in the process involved

Answer

The team must include at least one person knowledgeable in the process, plus a contract employee if contractor work was involved.

Question 4

Which equipment category is explicitly covered by the PSM mechanical integrity element?

Accepted Answer

Pressure relief and vent systems

Answer

Mechanical integrity covers pressure vessels, storage tanks, piping, relief and vent systems, emergency shutdowns, controls, and pumps.

Question 5

Inspection and testing frequencies under PSM mechanical integrity must be consistent with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP) and prior operating experience

Answer

Inspection frequency must follow RAGAGEP and be more frequent if operating experience indicates the need.

ISC - Industrial Safety Certification Practice Test