Oil and Gas HSE Management System Audit Checklist
Annual HSE management system audits verify that operational controls are functioning and driving continuous safety improvement. This audit covers all elements of effective HSE management per API RP 75 SEMS and ISO 45001.
- Industry: Oil & Gas / Energy
- Frequency: Annual
- Estimated Time: 90-120 minutes
- Role: HSE Director / Third-Party Auditor
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: API RP 75 - Safety and Environmental Management Systems (SEMS) for Offshore Operations, ISO 45001:2018 - Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 - Process Safety Management, IOGP Report 210 - HSE Management System Guidelines
Leadership Commitment and HSE Policy
Assess leadership HSE commitment.
- HSE policy signed by current senior leadership and communicated to all workers?
- Leadership HSE field visits and observations documented?
- HSE objectives established, tracked, and communicated?
- Adequate resources (budget, personnel, time) allocated for HSE management?
- Near-miss and stop-work reporting encouraged and recognized?
Hazard Identification and Risk Management
Assess risk management processes.
- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) completed before all non-routine tasks?
- Facility risk register current with controls documented?
- Bow-tie or barrier analysis completed for major accident hazards?
- LOTO procedures comprehensive with specific isolation instructions?
- Safety-critical tasks identified with verified competent personnel?
Incident Reporting and Investigation
Assess incident management quality.
- All incidents and near-misses reported - no punitive reporting culture?
- Investigations using systematic root cause analysis identifying systemic causes?
- Investigation findings and lessons shared across company?
- Incident corrective actions tracked to completion?
- All OSHA and regulatory reporting completed on time?
Contractor HSE Management
Assess contractor management program.
- Contractors HSE prequalified before selection?
- Site-specific HSE orientation required before contractor work starts?
- Contractor HSE performance monitored during work execution?
- Bridging document defining interface between company and contractor HSE systems?
- Contractor incidents included in company incident statistics?
Regulatory Compliance
Verify regulatory compliance tracking.
- Regulatory compliance register current with applicable laws and regulations?
- No outstanding regulatory violations or consent orders not being addressed?
- All operating permits current and conditions being met?
- Process for tracking and implementing regulatory changes in place?
- Cooperative relationship with regulatory agencies maintained?
Performance Monitoring and Improvement
Assess HSE performance monitoring.
- Leading and lagging HSE KPIs tracked and reviewed at management level?
- HSE performance trends analyzed to identify systemic issues?
- Annual HSE management review conducted at executive level?
- Self-verification or internal audit program catching field-level gaps?
- HSE performance benchmarked against industry peers (IOGP data)?
- Complete SEMS/HSE management system audit report prepared?
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Why Use This Oil and Gas HSE Management System Audit Checklist?
This oil and gas hse management system audit checklist helps oil & gas / energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for hse director / third-party auditor professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: annual.
Ensures compliance with API RP 75 - Safety and Environmental Management Systems (SEMS) for Offshore Operations, ISO 45001:2018 - Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 - Process Safety Management, IOGP Report 210 - HSE Management System Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Oil and Gas HSE Management System Audit Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 6 sections: Leadership Commitment and HSE Policy, Hazard Identification and Risk Management, Incident Reporting and Investigation, Contractor HSE Management, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Monitoring and Improvement. It is designed for oil & gas / energy operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annual. Each completion takes approximately 90-120 minutes.
Who should use this Oil and Gas HSE Management System Audit Checklist?
This checklist is designed for HSE Director / Third-Party Auditor professionals in the oil & gas / energy industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.