The Delaware Valley Petroleum Refiners Association requires all employees working in their facilities to be certified in the PSM safety program before entering any petroleum refinery in the area. Med-Tex Services offers the Process Safety Management (PSM) Certification, which is an 8-hour course and the required annual refresher certification. Med-Tex Services offers the Delaware Valley Process Safety Management on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.
Process Safety Management Training: Keeping Your Construction and Facility Workers Safe
As safety professionals in the construction and facility management industry, you understand the paramount importance of maintaining a safe work environment. This includes ensuring that your teams working in environments utilizing respirators are equipped with the proper training and certifications. Med-Tex Services is here to provide you, the expert, with the resources and training necessary to keep your workers safe.
What Is Process Safety Management (PSM) Training?
Process safety management (PSM) is a regulatory program established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It is designed to prevent the occurrence of catastrophic accidents resulting from the unintended release of toxic, flammable, or explosive materials in the chemical processing industry. OSHA PSM emphasizes a comprehensive management system for facilities that handle, use, store or manufacture hazardous chemicals.
Why is PSM Training Important for Construction and Facility Employers THroughout the Greater Philadelphia Area?
Even for construction and facility managers who aren’t directly involved in the chemical processing industry, PSM training offers valuable insights and best practices applicable to several environments. By understanding the potential hazards and implementing preventative measures, employers in the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding regions, including Philadelphia, PA, South and North Jersey, Wilmington, DE, and Lancaster, PA, can significantly reduce the risk of accidents and injuries on their worksites.
How Med-Tex’s Safety Training Programs Can Help
Med-Tex Services offers a comprehensive suite of safety training programs designed to meet the specific needs of your facility. Our expert instructors can provide training on a variety of respirator fit testing methods, including:
- Quantitative Respirator Fit Testing: This method utilizes a specialized machine to measure the concentration of a test aerosol inside and outside the respirator facepiece, providing a highly accurate assessment of respirator fit.
- Qualitative Respirator Fit Testing: This method involves using a safe, non-toxic aerosol challenge agent to identify leaks in the respirator seal. Qualitative respirator fit testing methods are generally less expensive and time-consuming than quantitative testing.
We also provide training on:
- Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT): This medical evaluation measures lung function and capacity, ensuring that respirator use is safe for your employees.
- Respirator Medical Clearance: Crucially, respirator medical clearance is a vital step. Our training will guide you through the OSHA medical evaluation process, including the OSHA Medical Questionnaire, to ensure your workers are assessed by a licensed healthcare professional to determine their fitness for respirator use.
- OSHA Medical Questionnaire: Understanding the OSHA medical evaluation process is vital for ensuring your workers are cleared to wear respirators safely.
- Respiratory Protection Program Development: Our team can help you develop and implement a comprehensive respiratory program that meets all OSHA standards.
- Respirator Use and Care: Proper respirator use and care are essential for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of your respiratory program.
Why Invest in These Programs?
By investing in respirator fit testing, medical clearance, and respiratory protection training for your employees, you are taking a critical step toward ensuring their safety and well-being. Med-Tex Services is a trusted partner in safety training, and we are committed to helping you maintain a safe and healthy work environment for all your employees throughout Philadelphia, PA, South and North Jersey, Wilmington, DE, Lancaster, PA, and the Greater Philadelphia region.
Contact Med-Tex Services Today
If you have any questions about our respiratory program training or would like to schedule a training session for your team, please contact Med-Tex Services today. Our knowledgeable staff is here to help you create a customized training program that meets the specific needs of your workplace. Let’s work together to keep your workers safe!