Culture KPI

Module from the Process Safety Management Curriculum curriculum.

Module 10 - PSM Culture and KPIs · Learning Objectives · 1. Apply API RP 754 Tier 1-4 KPIs for process safety · 2. Track leading indicators (training %, MOC cycle time, inspection overdues) · 3. Benchmark against CCPS RBPS 20 elements · 4. Conduct culture survey and address weak areas (e.g., learning, operating discipline) · 5. Integrate safety with all organizational levels (not siloed) · API RP 754 PS KPIs

Tier	Definition	Examples	Frequency	Indicator Type	Notes
Tier 1	LOPC + consequence	Fatality, chemical release	Rare	Lagging	Severe, reported to API
Tier 2	LOPC, less severe	Lost time injury, smaller release	Rare	Lagging	Below Tier 1 threshold
Tier 3	Near miss, barrier failure	Activation of SIS, PSV lift	Monthly	Leading	Barrier health
Tier 4	Operating discipline	Overdue inspections, training %	Weekly	Leading	Day-to-day

Source: Process_Safety_Management_Curriculum_v1.xlsx · Sheet: Culture KPI

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