Managing Risk and Ensuring Compliance 

Major Hazard Facilities (MHFs) store and process large volumes of hazardous substances and are subject to strict legislative requirements. Demonstrating compliance, managing risks, and maintaining safe operations requires a structured and evidence-based approach. 

At Safety Solutions, we provide end-to-end MHF services from safety assessments and Safety Management Systems through to safety case development, safety case audits, competence development and verification of controls. 

Safety in Design

The Benefits of Partnering with Safety Solutions 

  • Improved Risk Control – Use structured MHF safety assessments and risk analysis to identify and mitigate major incident hazards (MIHs). 
  • Controls Management – Ensure controls are identified, managed, and verified effectively throughout the facility lifecycle. 
  • Independent Expertise – Gain confidence from consultants with decades of experience in process safety, MHFs, and regulatory frameworks. 
  • End-to-End Support – From hazard identification to safety case audits, we provide integrated services that strengthen your safety framework. 
  • Stronger Compliance – Demonstrate alignment with all regulatory requirements for MHFs. 

Our MHF Services 

MHF Safety Assessment 

We facilitate systematic hazard identification and risk analysis tailored to your facility, including: 

  • HAZOP and HAZID for hazard identification reviews. 
  • LOPA and bowtie development for risk assessment of high-consequence scenarios. 
  • Consequence Modelling of high consequence scenarios to support the evaluation of the risk. 
  • SFAIRP/ SFARP assessments to support the demonstration that all practicable steps have been taken, 
  • During this process, Controls are identified, and assurance systems are developed to ensure their reliability and effectiveness. 

Safety Management System (SMS) 

A robust SMS is essential for demonstrating safe facility operation. We support clients by: 

  • Conducting gap analysis against regulatory requirements. 
  • Developing SMS elements including emergency response, incident investigation, management of change, permit to work, and alarm management. 
  • Establishing performance standards, KPIs, and monitoring frameworks to provide ongoing assurance. 

Safety Case Development and Audit 

We help operators prepare and maintain safety cases that demonstrate compliance and effective risk management. Our services include: 

  • Safety Case Development – Documenting hazards, barriers, and controls to show risks are reduced So Far As Is Reasonably Practicable (SFARP). 
  • Safety Case Audit & Review – Independent audits to ensure safety cases remain current, effective, and regulator-ready. 

Verification of Controls 

Operators must demonstrate that controls and SCEs remain fit for purpose across the facility lifecycle. We provide: 

  • Independent verification tailored to different control types. 
  • Support for both design-stage and in-service verification requirements. 
  • Competence Development

Building capability within site teams is critical for effective risk management. We support operators in developing the competence of their personnel to understand, manage, and act on the risks identified in MHF studies. We offer a broad range of training courses that can be delivered in a face-to-face, online or on demand format which can raise the process safety competence of your organisation.   

Partner with Safety Solutions 

Proven Expertise – Since 1993, our consultants have supported MHF operators across multiple sectors with safety assessments, controls management, and safety case development.
Practical Focus – We balance compliance with operational practicality, ensuring MHF risk analysis, SCE verification, and safety case reviews are both rigorous and workable.
Training – We offer a comprehensive range of courses, available in-person or online, to build practical skills in HAZOP, LOPA, Incident Investigation, Alarm Management, and more.  

Don’t leave compliance gaps or control failures to chance. Let’s discuss how we can support your Major Hazard Facility services with risk analysis, safety case audits, and controls management. CONTACT US TODAY to schedule your consultation.

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