Which set best describes the PSM elements that interact with changes?

• A. Auditing/Safety Instrumented Systems/Training
• B. Training/Hazard Analysis/Operating Procedures
• C. Incident Investigation/Asset Integrity/Management of Change
• D. Procurement/Quality Assurance/Change Management

Answer: (B)

When a change to a process is made, you need to re-evaluate risk, update how the process is run, and ensure people know how to operate safely under the new conditions. That means three PSM elements come into play: Hazard Analysis is used to identify any new or altered hazards introduced by the change and to determine what safeguards are needed; Operating Procedures must be revised to reflect the new steps, controls, and process limits; and Training must be updated so workers understand the new procedures and the risks involved. This combination directly ties the change to the actions needed to manage risks, making it the best fit. Other elements like auditing, asset integrity, or incident investigation aren’t the primary touchpoints for implementing a change, even though they may be affected downstream.