This document discusses what chemical engineering graduates should know about process safety. It notes that while the chemical industry has a strong safety record, incidents still occur that harm employees, the environment, and the public. In response to incidents, regulatory agencies have called for improvements to chemical engineering curricula to include process safety. Now, ABET accreditation requires coverage of process safety hazards. However, surveys found that only about half of programs offer dedicated process safety courses. The document argues all programs should ensure graduates understand process safety principles like hazard identification and risk assessment. It provides an overview of topics that should be covered and resources programs can use to develop effective process safety education.

What Should Every Graduating Chemical Engineer Know About Process Safety and How Can We Make Sure That They Do PDF

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