Petroleum Environmental, Health and Safety Manager (PEHSM)
Course Description
The Petroleum Environmental, Health and Safety Manager (PEHSM) course is an advanced professional certification program designed for safety managers, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professionals, pipeline supervisors, drilling personnel, operations managers, engineers, compliance officers, contractors, and professionals working throughout the petroleum, oil and gas, and pipeline industries. This comprehensive course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage workplace safety, environmental compliance, and operational risk across upstream, midstream, and downstream petroleum operations.
The oil and gas industry presents unique occupational hazards, including drilling operations, hazardous liquids, high-pressure pipelines, confined spaces, heavy equipment, hazardous energy, flammable materials, chemical exposure, excavation activities, and environmental risks. Organizations require qualified safety professionals capable of implementing effective Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) management systems while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and recognized industry standards.
Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of oil and gas drilling safety, pipeline construction and maintenance, petroleum transmission and distribution systems, OSHA regulatory requirements, environmental protection, hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, contractor safety, permit-to-work systems, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, emergency response planning, spill prevention, mechanical integrity, safety leadership, compliance auditing, and continuous improvement strategies. The curriculum also covers pipeline integrity management, public awareness programs, operational performance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and best practices for maintaining safe petroleum facilities.
Using practical case studies, industry examples, and real-world operational scenarios, participants will learn how to identify drilling and pipeline hazards, conduct safety inspections, manage contractor compliance, investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and lead comprehensive EHS programs that improve operational reliability and workforce protection. The course emphasizes regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, risk reduction, and leadership in petroleum safety management.
Upon successful completion of the Petroleum Environmental, Health and Safety Manager (PEHSM) course, participants will possess the expertise to lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives for oil and gas drilling operations, pipeline construction projects, petroleum transmission systems, and related industrial facilities while promoting a strong culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Petroleum Environmental, Health and Safety Manager (PEHSM) course, participants will be able to:
Understand OSHA regulations, petroleum industry standards, and environmental compliance requirements for oil and gas drilling, servicing, and pipeline operations.
Identify hazards associated with drilling rigs, well servicing, pipeline construction, hazardous liquids, heavy equipment, confined spaces, and high-pressure systems.
Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs for petroleum operations.
Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, compliance audits, and incident investigations to improve operational safety.
Apply safe work practices including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), permit-to-work systems, confined space entry, excavation safety, and emergency response procedures.
Manage contractor safety, employee training programs, compliance reporting, and workforce accountability throughout petroleum projects.
Support pipeline integrity management, spill prevention, environmental protection, and public awareness initiatives that reduce operational and environmental risks.
Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen regulatory compliance, operational performance, worker protection, and safety culture across oil and gas facilities.
Requirements / Prerequisites
Completion of IASHEP Certified Petroleum Safety, Health, and
Environmental Auditor (CPSHEA) - Pipeline Safety course
IASHEP 115 Course
IASHEP 015 Course
IASHEP Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Course
IASHEP Pall protection Course
Certified HAZWOPER Training Specialist (CHTS) participants must have
completed a HAZWOPER 40 hour Course or equivalent before taking the
course.
Target Audience
Human Resource Personnel
Oil and Gas Pipeline Contractors
Safety, Health & Environmental Professionals
Site Safety Committees & Representative
Training Managers
Industrial Hygienists