Understanding Risk-Based Process Safety
This application translates the comprehensive CCPS Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) report into an interactive experience. The framework's goal is to manage risks in hazardous industries by focusing resources where they are needed most. Explore the four pillars and their twenty interconnected elements below to understand how a robust safety culture is built and maintained.
The Four Pillars of Process Safety
The Interconnected Web of Safety
No element in the RBPS framework exists in a vacuum. The effectiveness of one is often dependent on the strength of others, creating a mutually reinforcing system. A failure in a foundational element like Process Knowledge Management can weaken subsequent analyses and procedures. This section demonstrates some of these critical linkages. Hover over an element in the first column to see the other key elements it directly supports or relies upon.
Systemic Failures: The Ripple Effect
Beyond individual technical failures, systemic issues can degrade the entire safety framework. These cultural and leadership-driven factors often contribute to the most catastrophic incidents by weakening multiple safety barriers at once. Click on each topic to learn more about its impact.
Evolving Risks in Process Safety
The landscape of risk is not static. Process safety management must continuously adapt to new challenges. The RBPS framework provides a solid foundation for addressing emerging threats like cybersecurity and for integrating a deeper understanding of human factors.