PSM Specialist

Pilgrim's•Chattanooga, TN

18d

About The Position

PSM Specialist Description The position is accountable for maintaining the Process Safety Management Program and the Risk Management Program of the facility. Participate in all internal and external audits pertaining to the refrigeration system. Must maintain knowledge of current best practices. Provide training for team members involved directly and indirectly with PSM. Coordinate with applicable personnel to develop and execute capital projects to all applicable codes pertaining to the refrigeration system. Coordination between safety and other entities to ensure compliance with 29CFR 1910.119 and 40CFR68.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year directly related experience
Knowledge of OSHA 1910.119 PSM Standard
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, some knowledge of SAP software helpful
Knowledge of basic Standard Operating Procedures
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work fractions, ratios and percentages
Ability to solve problems effectively and efficiently through standard procedures
Ability to work independently and implement proper procedures as required
Ability to withstand routine exposure to cold temperatures

Responsibilities

Maintain a compliant PSM & RMP program at the facility
Participate in ammonia system operations as necessary
Develop, or assist in developing, organize, schedule and conduct training programs for the refrigeration system, hazmat team, and confined space entry and rescue team.
Develop and review the SOP's for the refrigeration system, ensure that all P&ID's are up to date.
Review all PM's for mechanical Integrity compliance, ensure that all piping is labeled and valve numbers are in place and accurate.
Maintain all PSM documentation and training records that pertain to the PSM & RMP program.
Organize, schedule and conduct PSM meetings, compile and maintain PSM action item logs, assist in completing items on the action item log.
Inspect and maintain the HazMat equipment in accordance with 29CFR 1910.119
Set up training with the local fire departments, and the LEPC to include hazmat drills and tabletop exercises.
Participate in facility's Environmental Sustainability program “Proposed Responsibility”
Ensure hourly refrigeration employees are involved with the development and review of Process Safety Information
Ensure hourly refrigeration employees are involved during the PHA and CA processes
Maintain PSM / RMP team meeting minutes and post (at least monthly)
Work with Safety Management to develop/provide information for annual PSM / RMP training of all site personnel
Maintain up to date PSM / RMP related activities on the maintenance bulletin boards
Utilize PAC-14 or develop other training to review on a monthly basis with all refrigeration operators/technicians.
Ensure refrigeration staff review P&ID’s annually, and review all valves for accurate valve tags and maintain documentation in APSM
Ensure refrigeration staff cycle ammonia valves annually
Ensure IIAR6 inspections are completed annually for each piece of equipment and maintain documentation in APSM
Use the Annual Revalidation Sheet for the above (assemble PM’s and file once closed)
Update the inventory calculations, equipment list, and valve list for site and maintain documentation in APSM
Work with the Corporate PSM Manager to verify that the PHA revalidation is complete on time and includes all required personnel.
Coordinate the logistics of the PHA.
Ensure the PHA report has been reviewed and signed off by each hourly refrigeration employee
Maintain the status of the open recommendations and have refrigeration employees review after each monthly/quarterly meeting
Maintain electronic versions of SOPs in APSM
Ensure refrigeration employees check and verify the SOP associated with each valve group/equipment is accurate and maintain documentation in APSM
Develop a training schedule to re-train each hourly refrigeration employee on all of the SOPs at a minimum of every three years
Ensure that management certifies that the SOPs are current and accurate annually
Maintain all training records for each refrigeration employee in APSM
Develop a schedule to ensure continual on-the-job training for each refrigeration employee
Ensure all newly hired refrigeration employees follow the training guidelines established in our corporate training policy
Maintain records of the training for each new refrigeration employee on all of the SOP’s/MIPs (Initial Training) on APSM
Ensure the staff reviews the annual consultation form with each refrigeration employee to review their training needs and requirements.
Document consultation on the corporate “Annual Consultation” template and maintain documentation in APSM
Ensure safety/medical has the following: annual PFT, annual Fit test, annual medical evaluation, OSHA respirator questionnaire, respirator use training, LOTO, Fall protection, Hot work/welding, Confined space, forklift, Hazard communication, 24-hour Hazmat technician level for new hires, and 8-hour Hazmat refresher annually for each refrigeration employee as applicable.
Obtain and maintain welding certificates for all outside contractors performing work on the Ammonia system in each MOC project file
Maintain welding examination reports for all work performed on the Ammonia system (where applicable)
Maintain the qualification documents for any contractor working on or around the Ammonia system (if not already provided in the ISN site)
Obtain and maintain any state licenses required for all outside contractors performing work on the Ammonia System in each MOC project file.
Provide forms for “Daily Safety Meeting” and Permits to Work for contractors and maintain completed forms in files for periodic review of contractor performance.
Schedule and lead the Pre-Startup Safety Review walk-through team before startup of any new/altered equipment.
Verify all walk through team members sign off on the PSSR paperwork BEFORE the equipment starts.
Maintain PSSR records for all projects where required (MOC’s)
Track outstanding issues from each PSSR until resolved
Maintain the IIAR6 (yearly inspections) and findings in APSM
Maintain the status of the open recommendation from the 5-year MI inspection
Maintain the PM’s for the following: Weekly, Monthly, semi-annual, and annual PMs for all equipment to include: compressors, condensers, evaporators, heat exchangers, vessels and associated equipment
Vibration analysis of each compressor - verify completed and items addressed
Oil analysis - verify completed and items addressed
Oil consumption logs - maintain and address any issues
SRV 5-year replacement schedule, due dates - verify done, documentation updated
Ensure a Certificate of Analysis is obtained before each Ammonia delivery and maintain same in a file
Ensure Hot Work Permits used for work on the Ammonia system are kept with the MOC paperwork
Ensure fire extinguisher training records exist for those performing fire watch duties
Verify each piece of Ammonia refrigeration equipment has an equipment specific LOTO procedure to include electrical and ammonia hazards
Verify each applicable piece of Ammonia refrigeration equipment has been listed in the Confined Space program
Verify each applicable piece of Ammonia refrigeration equipment has an equipment specific Confined Space procedures
Verify each applicable piece of Ammonia refrigeration equipment listed as a Confined Space is labeled appropriately
Train employees on the Line Break Procedures annually
Develop, maintain and train employees on Machinery Room PIT requirements
Maintain the MOC log for each MOC required
Complete the MOC paperwork for the site and verify that all approval signatures are on file before work starts.
Ensure the operators have received training for each change requiring an MOC and maintain records of training
Update the necessary information required by each MOC, to include: P&ID revision Equipment list update SOP creation or revision Ammonia inventory calculation update (corporate will assist) Material and Energy Balance update (if needed) (corporate will assist) All other PSI items requiring update (review PSI to determine) PM procedures update, if needed PHA development and tracking if required (PHA will be performed by corporate PSM manager or contractor doing the work)
Act as the point contact for all Ammonia Refrigeration Incident Investigations; verify appropriate team members are involved and that the team discovers the TRUE root cause of the incident.
Compile Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Lessons Learned (LL) documents for training and review.
Maintain the Incident Investigation log for each incident
Create meeting minutes for all II team investigations and distribute minutes to team members and corporate PSM manager
Maintain odor complaint forms and file
Track status of open recommendations from the II form and distribute to team members
Ensure each II form has been signed by appropriate team members
Ensure there is a Close-Out form attached to each Incident Investigation
Maintain a list of emergency responders with safety department
Ensure Hazmat training records are maintained up-to-date for all refrigeration personnel
Ensure a PM exists and is done to check Hazmat suits, regulators and equipment –monthly
Ensure a PM exists and is done to check personal respirators – monthly
Ensure a PM exists and is done to check the Level A suits - annually (pressure test)
Work with the Corporate PSM Manager to verify that the CA is complete on time and includes all required personnel.
Coordinate the logistics of the audit.
Ensure appropriate participation of site personnel on the 3-year compliance audit team
Maintain the tracking status of open CA recommendations
Push the correction of audit deficiencies in a timely manner
Post CA recommendations for review and sign – off by operators.
Maintain up to date: PSM Team member list and Organizational Chart (Post on bulletin boards)
Ensure Hazardous Spill and Reporting Notification postings and forms are updated and available.
Verify Emergency Contact is listed correctly at all times
Verify that the Responsibilities List is up-to-date and reviewed by all required personnel.
Work with Corporate PSM team to gather information for the 5-year Hazard Assessment and RMP resubmission.