HAZOP and HAZOP Leader Training
Gain the Skills to Lead HAZOP Sessions with Confidence and Elevate Your Professional Expertise
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A TRAINING PROGRAM TO MASTER HAZOP AND GAIN LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK MANAGEMENT
HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Studies) is a critical tool for identifying process risks and ensuring safety compliance in industries worldwide. Despite its importance, many professionals lack the confidence to lead HAZOP reviews or understand the full depth of the HAZOP process. This training course changes that.
In this program, you’ll learn the essentials of HAZOP according to IEC 61882, from understanding key principles to mastering the leadership skills needed to guide effective HAZOP sessions. Whether you are new to HAZOP or a seasoned professional looking to refine your skills, this course provides the practical knowledge and tools to excel. Through real-world case studies, interactive exercises, and expert-led sessions, you will leave prepared to lead HAZOP reviews and ensure your team meets the highest safety standards.
Take the first step toward becoming a recognized HAZOP leader. Complete the course and earn a Specialist Certificate to validate your expertise and boost your career.
Key Course Outcomes:
- Understand HAZOP methodology and how it identifies process hazards and operational risks.
- learn how to apply the IEC 61882 standards to HAZOP studies.
- Master the role of a HAZOP leader, including effective team management and conflict resolution.
- Gain practical experience with HAZOP worksheets, study plans, and report documentation.
- Learn how to document and verify HAZOP findings for safety compliance.
- Understand how HAZOP integrates with Functional Safety Management (FSM) and process lifecycle phases.
- Prepare for the optional certification exam to earn your Specialist Certificate in HAZOP and HAZOP Leadership.
Lesson 1 - Introduction to HAZOP
In this module, you’ll dive into the foundational concepts of HAZOP and understand how it plays a critical role in identifying hazards and operational risks. Discover the history, key features, and legal standards surrounding HAZOP, and explore its real-world applications. By the end, you’ll be ready to see how HAZOP can transform your approach to safety management.
Key topics:
- What is HAZOP?
- What does HAZOP do?
- Key features of HAZOP
- History of HAZOP
Lesson 2 - How HAZOP Relates to the Law, Standards and Other Techniques
Key topics:
- HAZOP and the law
- HAZOP and standards
- HAZOP and other HRA techniques
Lesson 3 - Applications of HAZOP
Key topics:
- Applications of HAZOP
- Continuous, Batch, CHAZOP, EHAZOP
- When to use HAZOP
- HAZOP and the difference phase of the system's lifecycle
Lesson 4 - The Link Between HAZOP and FSM
In this module, you’ll learn how HAZOP integrates with Functional Safety Management (FSM) across the lifecycle of a project. You’ll explore the vital tasks involved in FSM and how proper documentation, assessments, and audits ensure compliance. By mastering these principles, you'll be equipped to improve safety outcomes and strengthen your role in process safety.
Key topics:
- The task for FSM
- Lifecycle phase
- HAZOP and FSM
- HAZOP team in a nutshell
- Who requires which competence
Lesson 5 - Roles and Responsibilities in HAZOP
Key topics:
- HAZOP Leader
- Scribe or recorder
- Designers
- Users
- Specialists
- Maintenance
- The objectives of these roles
- The required responsibilities and skills of these roles
Lesson 6 - HAZOP Documentation and the Importance of the HAZOP Report
Accurate documentation is crucial in HAZOP, and this module ensures you have the tools to do it right. You’ll learn how to record proceedings, use software tools, and apply HAZOP worksheets. Whether it’s drafting recommendations or marking up drawings, this module equips you with the skills to create clear, actionable HAZOP reports that ensure compliance and accountability.
Key topics:
- Required FSM documentation
- Required technical input documentation
- Required technical output documentation
- The role of the HAZOP report in terms for work, verification, validation, assessments and audits
Lesson 7 - Verification, Assessment and Auditing in HAZOP
Key topics:
- HAZOP and verification
- HAZOP and assessments
- HAZOP and audits
- Why HAZOP does play a role in validation
Lesson 8 - Systems, Parts, Design Intent, and Properties
Get ready to dive deep into the first four core principles of HAZOP. In this module, you’ll learn how to analyze systems, identify deviations, and understand the causes and consequences of operational risks. We’ll guide you through the four essential HAZOP steps, giving you a solid framework for conducting successful HAZOP studies.
Key topics:
- Systems
- Parts
- Design intent
- Properties
Lesson 9 - Deviations, Guide Words, Causes, and Consequences
Get ready to dive deep into the next four core principles of HAZOP. In this module, you’ll learn how to analyze systems, identify deviations, and understand the causes and consequences of operational risks. We’ll guide you through the four essential HAZOP steps, giving you a solid framework for conducting successful HAZOP studies.
Key topics:
- Deviations
- Guide words
- Causes
- Consequences
Lesson 10 - Preparing for a HAZOP Study
Preparation is key to a successful HAZOP study, and this module walks you through the entire planning process. From defining the scope and objectives to managing meeting logistics, you’ll learn how to create a comprehensive HAZOP study plan. You’ll also receive templates and practical tools to ensure you’re fully equipped to initiate an effective HAZOP.
Key topics:
- Four steps of a HAZOP
- Initiating the HAZOP
- Scope
- Objective
- The study plan
- Meeting logistics
- Technical information
- Study plan template
Lesson 11 - Performing the HAZOP
In this module, you’ll experience what it’s like to lead and participate in HAZOP sessions. Learn how to conduct introductions, manage examination discussions, and facilitate closure sessions. You’ll gain insights on how to keep meetings focused and productive, ensuring your team addresses every potential hazard effectively.
Key topics:
- During the meeting
- Introduction sessions
- Examination sessions
- HAZOP Sheets and its content
- Closure session
Lesson 12 - Documenting the HAZOP
Key topics:
Lesson 13 - Closing Out the HAZOP
What happens after a HAZOP study is just as important as the study itself. This module covers post-HAZOP responsibilities, including how to manage follow-up actions, close out items, and determine when another HAZOP is required. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of the ongoing safety management needed to maintain and improve safety systems.
Key topics:
- Verifying the HAZOP
- Assessing the HAZOP
- Following up on the HAZOP
- Tracking action items
- Who is responsible
- Reconvening the HAZOP
- Periodically repeating the HAZOP
Lesson 14 - Key Responsibilities HAZOP Leader
Key topics:
- HAZOP leader role
- What team members should do
- What team members should not do
- Leadership skills
- Leaders prepare
- Leaders encourage discussion and participation
- Leaders know how to listen
- Leaders manager conflicts and difficult people
- HAZOP Leader role descriptions
Lesson 15 - Managing Conflicts, Time, and Delivering Results
Key topics:
- HAZOP Leaders manage conflicts
- HAZOP Leaders manage time
- HAZOP Leaders create clear documentation
Lesson 16 - Summary
Key topics:
- HAZOP basics and foundation
- Preparation - The foundation of success
- Conducting the HAZOP study
- The Role of the HAZOP Leader
- Documentation and follow-up
- Your Journey as a HAZOP Leader
- Your next steps
Exam
KNowledge and ROLE Certifications
YOur certification optionS
There Is a Higher Level of Certification As Well.
This is a higher-level certification and focuses on practical experience you have as a HAZOP Leader. With this course, you can get a combo deal if you want to include the certification of your practical experience as well. If you do not have practical experience yet we will help you. To achieve this certification, you need to:
1 - Submit 2 case studies using our templates. (You get the templates if you select this option).
2 - Submit two references.
3 - Interview (for Expert and Master).
The certification title depends on the number of hours you can prove. Based on this course, you can achieve Professional. But if you have enough hours also qualify as Expert or Master HAZOP Leader.
Knowledge Certificate - Specialist in HAZOP and HAZOP Leadership according to IEC 61882
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SPECIALIST
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SPECIALIST
With DISTINCTION
Role Certificate - Certified HAZOP Leader
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Certified Expert
HAZOP Leader
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Certified Master
HAZOP Leader
Dr Michel Houtermans
Yazid Z.
This was a comprehensive training designed and delivered by industry leaders, beneficial for both experienced or new starters, I strongly recommend it for all HAZOP practitioners.I already had good knowledge of the HAZOP technique, in addition I had the chance to attend or chair some sessions specifically done in the context of MH industry.After taking the course, I gained another insight and strengthened my knowledge on the application and how to HAZOP a diversity of systems, also, I felt that the course was worth years of experience, it could really re-organise my knowledge and practice.The leadership component in the training was very critical, it clarified the scope of intervention and qualities to make a great HAZOP leader.
Cesar Augusto
The most important thing I learned, which I didn’t know before, is how essential it is to clearly define the design intent of each node. Without a well-understood intent, applying guide words becomes ineffective, and the analysis can lose direction or miss key deviations. This seemingly small step is foundational to the quality of the entire HAZOP.
Mergen Ismagulov
I learned how to define the objectives and scope of the HAZOP study, identify the team members, prepare and carry out the study, document the results, follow-up to all actions raised and reconvene the HAZOP after system changes or repeat periodically.
The most important thing I learned is how HAZOP integrates with FSM and process lifecycle phases. Also learned the roles of verifier and assessor that I didn’t know before.
I think that my peers should follow HAZOP training because an incident can only arise if there is a deviation from design intent, and the HAZOP is accordingly is a critical tool for identifying such risks.
Hector Luna
Farshad Nouraei
Although the training reviews all the principles and techniques for a successful HAZOP basic and advanced, it is still very useful in two ways: Contents: proposing and strengthening a structured approach to make HAZOP a systematic and planned activity, beyond the usual teachings, and Delivery: The format and administration of the training is a whole new experience in online training, combining efficiency, effectiveness and fun.
Thank you and congrats for organizing such a unique training course, and I hope many more people will take that.
Muhammad Nanda Faria
This training program provide the trainees with very good step-by-step understanding of HAZOP and HAZOP leadership. This kind of training is what i really seek since most of the training program regarding HAZOP only give a breakdown about the basic principle of HAZOP without further dive into the HAZOP leadership. I think that this HAZOP and HAZOP leadership training by Risknowlogy really helpful as a stepping stone for someone who plan to be a future HAZOP leader like me and everybody else who already took and finished the training before me.
Arief Rahman
Thank you to Dr. Michel Houtermans and RISKNOWLOGY for delivering such an insightful and engaging training.
Through this training, I gained a deeper understanding of how to define the objectives and scope of a HAZOP study, identify key team members, conduct systematic analyses, document findings, and follow up on recommended actions. I also learned how HAZOP integrates with Functional Safety Management (FSM) and different process lifecycle phases, as well as the roles of verifiers and assessors.
One of the most valuable takeaways was the importance of structured and systematic approaches in HAZOP to identify deviations from design intent, which is critical in preventing incidents. Additionally, the training enhanced my leadership skills, particularly in managing discussions and conflicts during HAZOP sessions. This knowledge will allow me to contribute more effectively as a Process Safety Engineer, ensuring safer and more efficient risk assessments in industrial operations.
Jesús Noé Noroña Velarde
One of the most valuable things I learned was how critical the role of the HAZOP leader is. I knew about the technical side of HAZOP, but I did not fully appreciate how much impact a leader has on team dynamics, time management, and ensuring actionable results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Self-Study, Live Online and In-Person
- Self-Study: Self-study refers to the process of learning independently without direct supervision or guidance from a teacher or instructor. In many instances we do have periodic live Q&A sessions.
- Live Online: During live online training participants attend live sessions conducted by an instructor or trainer through MS Teams or Zoom
- In-Person: During in-person training participants and trainers gather together physically in the same location for example your company office or a hotel.
Can I cancel and get a refund if I'm and not satisfied?
Self-Study courses
- The course comes with a 7 day money back guarantee.
- Exception: Once you have earned your Course Certificate, you are no longer eligible for a refund, even if you earn your Certificate within the 7 days refund period.
- You can request a refund up until 1 day before the training course starts.
- You can request a refund up until 7 days before the training course starts.
When can I do the exam?
- Self-Study: The exam is available at any time. You can do it as soon as you feel confident.
- Live Online: As soon as the course is finished
- In-Person: As soon as the course is finished