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Applying the

Process Model—

A Case Study

Quality Manufacturing Inc. (QMI) is a hypothetical company that uti-
lizes large volumes of flammable chemicals in its manufacturing
processes. QMI’s manufacturing operations are supported by a chemical
handling department that includes a pipeline system, tank storage opera-
tions, and warehouse facilities. QMI’s organization also includes a health,
safety, and environmental (HSE) staff that provides services for the man-
ufacturing and chemical handling areas. (See organization chart—Figure
15-1).
QMI has applied the serious-incident prevention process model, as de-
scribed in the previous chapters, to proactively drive the actions needed to
sustain serious-incident-free operations.

Management Commitment
and Leadership

Exercising the management commitment and leadership necessary to
maintain serious incident prevention as an organizational priority is the
initial element of the process. QMI’s management effectively maintains in-
cident prevention as a priority through actions that include:

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