The period immediately before and during startup is when emergency systems and teams are least proven, which is exactly why genuine Startup Emergency Preparedness must be verified before hazardous operations begin. This training course gives participants a complete, practical grounding in preparing for emergencies ahead of startup, connecting readiness activities directly to real safety outcomes during this high-risk phase.
Participants will strengthen their understanding of establishing effective emergency response capability before facilities go live, and will build practical competency in planning and conducting realistic drills that test people, procedures, and equipment together. The course places strong emphasis on applying sound crisis management principles to handle unexpected events during startup, and develops sound skills in embedding operational safety practices that protect people and assets from the very first hours of operation.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Apply core principles of Startup Emergency Preparedness ahead of operations
Establish effective emergency response capability before startup
Plan and conduct realistic drills to test readiness before go-live
Apply sound crisis management principles during startup events
Embed operational safety practices from the earliest hours of operation
Identify and close gaps in emergency preparedness before hazardous operations begin
Apply relevant standards and best practices to emergency preparedness for startup
Target Group
Process and safety engineers involved in startup preparation
Emergency response and crisis management professionals
Operational readiness and startup managers overseeing safety verification
HSE teams responsible for drills and emergency planning
Engineers and professionals advancing their expertise in Startup Emergency Preparedness
Course Outline
Foundations of Startup Emergency Preparedness
The role of Startup Emergency Preparedness in safe project transitions
Key risks specific to the startup and early operations period
Linking emergency preparedness to overall operational readiness
Emergency Response Capability
Establishing effective emergency response teams and procedures
Verifying equipment, resources, and communication before startup
Coordinating emergency response with site and regional authorities
Planning and Conducting Drills
Designing realistic drills to test emergency preparedness
Involving all relevant teams in drill scenarios
Capturing and acting on lessons from drill performance
Crisis Management
Applying crisis management principles during startup events
Structuring decision-making and communication during a crisis
Managing information flow to stakeholders and authorities
Operational Safety from Startup
Embedding operational safety practices from initial operation
Reinforcing safe behaviors during the high-risk startup period
Building a foundation for sustained safety performance
Practical Application
Case studies in Startup Emergency Preparedness and crisis response
Common emergency preparedness challenges before startup and practical solutions
Lessons learned from real startup emergency preparedness experiences