title: HAZID: Your Project's ‘Go To’ Risk Assessment
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/hazard-risk-assessment/
summary: One of the most efficient methods of risk assessment is the Hazard Identification (HAZID) process. This article explores the rationale, approach, and outcomes of conducting a thorough HAZID.
tags: [HAZID, risk assessment, process safety]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-11-05
estimated_read_time: 4 minutes

title: Understand risk & leadership in process safety
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/leadership-process-safety-management/
summary: If you have the potential for major incidents, effective process safety leadership is essential. This article highlights the importance of informed decisions based on risk understanding.
tags: [process safety, leadership, risk management]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-09-21
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Understanding LOPA (Meaning & Uses)
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/lopa-meaning/
summary: Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) is a core safety analysis technique for identifying risk and ensuring operational safeguards. This article explains LOPA's methodology and benefits.
tags: [LOPA, process safety, protection layers]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-10-12
estimated_read_time: 6 minutes

title: Process Manufactures & Chemical Reaction Hazards
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/chemical-reaction-hazards-processes/
summary: Chemical reaction hazards are a by-product of many chemical manufacturing processes. This article examines types of reactions, potential risks, and mitigation strategies.
tags: [chemical reaction, hazards, process safety]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-08-29
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: How to Become DSEAR Compliant
url: https://sigma-hse.com/resources/dsear-compliance-journey/
summary: Whether you’re just starting with DSEAR or have a policy in place, this guide explains how to manage compliance as a continuous process.
tags: [DSEAR, compliance, safety regulations]
content_format: resource
category: Resources
publish_date: 2023-10-01
estimated_read_time: 6 minutes

title: What is a HAZOP Study? A Quick Process Safety Guide
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/hazop-navigate-processes/
summary: HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) is internationally recognised for identifying process hazards. This article offers a quick introduction and practical insights.
tags: [HAZOP, hazard analysis, process safety]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-10-18
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Process Safety Webinar: Your Guide to Choosing the Correct 'Basis of Safety'
url: https://sigma-hse.com/webinars/choosing-the-correct-basis-of-safety/
summary: This webinar with Mike Weaver explores how to select the correct 'Basis of Safety' for plant and unit operations.
tags: [basis of safety, process safety, webinar]
content_format: webinar
category: Webinars
publish_date: 2023-07-15
estimated_read_time: 60 minutes

title: Understand & mitigate risk for process dryers
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/mitigating-risk-for-dryers/
summary: This article outlines key components for developing a risk mitigation strategy for dryer hazards in various process environments.
tags: [risk mitigation, dryers, process safety]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-07-01
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: What is DSEAR? Your guide to the regulations
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/what-is-dsear/
summary: DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) outlines UK requirements for handling explosive atmospheres. This article explains key concepts and compliance.
tags: [DSEAR, UK regulations, explosive atmospheres]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-08-12
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: What are Pmax and Kst? A Guide to Dust Characteristics
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/what-are-pmax-and-kst/
summary: Understanding the Pmax and Kst values of dusts is essential to prevent and control explosive incidents. Learn how testing helps determine combustibility characteristics.
tags: [Pmax, Kst, dust testing, explosion risks]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-07-18
estimated_read_time: 6 minutes

title: Process Safety Webinar: Lessons from Dust Explosions
url: https://sigma-hse.com/webinars/lessons-from-dust-explosions/
summary: This webinar highlights seven critical lessons learned from recent dust explosion incidents and discusses how to prevent similar occurrences.
tags: [dust explosions, process safety, lessons learned]
content_format: webinar
category: Webinars
publish_date: 2023-06-10
estimated_read_time: 60 minutes

title: Process Safety Webinar: Mitigate Electrostatic Hazards
url: https://sigma-hse.com/webinars/mitigating-electrostatic-hazards/
summary: Learn about the significance of electrostatic hazards and their impact on explosive atmosphere regulations in the UK and EU.
tags: [electrostatic hazards, DSEAR, ATEX, webinar]
content_format: webinar
category: Webinars
publish_date: 2023-05-30
estimated_read_time: 60 minutes

title: Business leadership and process safety: an introduction
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/business-leadership-introduction/
summary: An introduction to how business leadership can influence technical and safety-focused cultures in process industries.
tags: [leadership, process safety, organisational culture]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-06-22
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Understanding Explosion Risks In LEV Systems
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/explosion-risks-lev-systems/
summary: This article examines how Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems can contribute to explosion risks and offers mitigation strategies.
tags: [LEV systems, explosion risk, ventilation safety]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-04-14
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Process Safety Leadership and Corporate Responsibility
url: https://sigma-hse.com/webinars/leadership-and-corporate-responsibility/
summary: This webinar explores evolving process safety cultures post-pandemic and the role of corporate responsibility in driving safer practices.
tags: [process safety, corporate responsibility, leadership]
content_format: webinar
category: Webinars
publish_date: 2023-04-28
estimated_read_time: 60 minutes

title: Process Safety Webinar: Building the Foundations of PSM
url: https://sigma-hse.com/webinars/psm-building-foundations/
summary: This webinar outlines how to establish a strong foundation for Process Safety Management (PSM) by introducing key elements, strategies, and practical steps to begin or refine your safety program.
tags: [process safety management, PSM, safety systems, webinar]
content_format: webinar
category: Webinars
publish_date: 2023-08-30
estimated_read_time: 60 minutes

title: 10 Key Questions to Improve Your Process Safety Management
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/psm-questions/
summary: This article presents 10 essential questions organizations should ask to evaluate and enhance their Process Safety Management (PSM) systems, helping identify weaknesses and prioritize improvements.
tags: [process safety management, PSM, safety culture, operational risk]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-08-21
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Process Safety Webinar: Building the Foundations of PSM
url: https://sigma-hse.com/webinars/psm-building-foundations/
summary: This webinar outlines how to establish a strong foundation for Process Safety Management (PSM) by introducing key elements, strategies, and practical steps to begin or refine your safety program.
tags: [process safety management, PSM, safety systems, webinar]
content_format: webinar
category: Webinars
publish_date: 2023-08-30
estimated_read_time: 60 minutes
  
title: Process Safety Webinar: Choosing the Correct Basis of Safety
url: https://sigma-hse.com/webinars/choosing-the-correct-basis-of-safety/
summary: This webinar explains how to identify and implement the appropriate basis of safety—such as explosion prevention or explosion protection—for processes involving flammable materials, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.
tags: [basis of safety, explosion prevention, explosion protection, flammable materials]
content_format: webinar
category: Webinars
publish_date: 2023-09-14
estimated_read_time: 60 minutes
  
title: Why Your Manufacturing Business Needs a DSEAR Assessment
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/manufacturing-business-needs-a-dsear/
summary: This article explains the importance of DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) assessments in manufacturing, detailing how they help identify and control explosion risks from flammable substances.
tags: [DSEAR, explosion risk, manufacturing, flammable substances, compliance]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-09-22
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes
  
title: Dust Testing and LEV Systems – What You Need to Know
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/dust-testing-lev-systems/
summary: This article explores the relationship between dust testing and Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems, highlighting how proper testing supports effective explosion prevention and regulatory compliance.
tags: [dust testing, LEV systems, explosion prevention, ventilation, compliance]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-10-04
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: ATEX Equipment Selection – What You Need to Consider
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/atex-equipment-selection/
summary: This article outlines key considerations for selecting ATEX-certified equipment in explosive atmospheres, helping businesses ensure regulatory compliance and operational safety.
tags: [ATEX, equipment selection, explosive atmospheres, compliance, hazardous area classification]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-11-21
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: DSEAR and Process Hazard Analysis Tools
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/dsear-process-hazard-analysis-tools/
summary: This article explains how DSEAR regulations align with process hazard analysis tools like HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA to identify, assess, and mitigate explosion and fire risks in hazardous workplaces.
tags: [DSEAR, HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, process hazard analysis, explosion risk]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-11-02
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Leadership and Process Safety Management – What You Need to Know
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/leadership-process-safety-management/
summary: This article explores the critical role of leadership in effective Process Safety Management (PSM), emphasizing how strong leadership influences safety culture, compliance, and long-term risk reduction.
tags: [leadership, process safety management, safety culture, PSM, operational risk]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-12-14
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Warehousing and DSEAR Regulations – What You Need to Know
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/warehousing-dsear-regulations/
summary: This article highlights how DSEAR regulations apply to warehousing and storage environments, outlining common hazardous substances, associated risks, and steps businesses can take to remain compliant.
tags: [DSEAR, warehousing, hazardous substances, storage, compliance, explosion risk]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2024-01-10
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes

title: Reactive Feed Modelling for a Global Oil and Gas Company
url: https://sigma-hse.com/case-studies/reactive-feed-modelling/
summary: This case study details how Sigma-HSE conducted reactive feed modelling to help a global oil and gas company identify thermal hazards and optimize their process safety design for reactive materials.
tags: [reactive feed, thermal hazard, oil and gas, process safety, case study]
content_format: case-study
category: Case Studies
publish_date: 2024-02-12
estimated_read_time: 6 minutes

title: HAZID: Your Project’s ‘Go To’ Risk Assessment
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/hazard-risk-assessment/
summary: This article introduces Hazard Identification (HAZID) as a highly effective method for process hazard analysis, explaining how it helps teams identify hazards early to inform robust risk management throughout a project’s lifecycle.
tags: [HAZID, hazard identification, risk assessment, process safety]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights

title: What is a Hazard & Operability (HAZOP) Study? – Stages Explained
url: https://sigma-hse.com/news-insights/hazop-stages/
summary: This article provides an overview of the stages involved in conducting a HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) study, explaining how processes are broken into nodes, deviations identified using guidewords, and findings documented to mitigate operational hazards and ensure safety.
tags: [HAZOP, hazard analysis, process safety, deviations, guidewords]
content_format: article
category: News & Insights
publish_date: 2023-10-05
estimated_read_time: 5 minutes