Process Safety Management

Region of Murcia Adopts 2026 Industrial and Mining Safety, Seveso and Metrology Inspection Plan

The Region of Murcia has launched its 2026 inspection plan targeting industrial safety, mining operations, Seveso-regulated sites, and metrology compliance. Operators in the region must ensure all technical documentation, safety reports, and equipment certifications are audit-ready to mitigate enforcement risks during this high-intensity inspection period.

9 Apr 2026, 14:23borm.esSpain

Japan: Cabinet Order 115 Amends Dangerous Goods Regulation Under Fire Service Act

Japan updated its Dangerous Goods Regulation on April 4, 2026, to modernize structural and spacing requirements for hazardous material facilities. Businesses can optimize site layouts and reduce separation distances by adopting enhanced fire-protection measures, with specific new flexibilities for sulfur and battery storage.

9 Apr 2026, 09:45kanpo.go.jpJapan

South Korea MCEE Consults on Full Revision of Hazardous Chemicals Business Operation Work-Processing Rules

South Korea is consulting on a complete overhaul of administrative rules for hazardous chemical business permits and declarations, aligning with CCA amendments effective August 2025. Businesses must prepare for shifting compliance pathways as certain activities move from permits to declarations and new standardized thresholds for capacity changes and transport volumes are established.

5 Apr 2026, 05:46mcee.go.krSouth Korea

US EPA Extends Comment Period for Clean Air Act Risk Management Programs “Common Sense Approach” Proposed Rule

The US EPA has extended the public comment period for proposed amendments to the Clean Air Act Risk Management Program (RMP) until May 11, 2026. This extension offers a critical window for facility operators to assess and provide feedback on updated chemical accident prevention and process safety management obligations.

4 Apr 2026, 11:49federalregister.govUnited States

US EPA Extends Comment Period for Clean Air Act RMP “Common Sense” Proposed Rule

The US EPA extended the comment period to May 11, 2026, for the "Common Sense" RMP proposal, which seeks to roll back several 2024 chemical accident prevention requirements. This shift signals a significant regulatory pivot toward reducing compliance burdens for high-hazard facilities, particularly regarding technology assessments and third-party audits.

4 Apr 2026, 11:05federalregister.govUnited States

Tennessee Air Pollution Control Board Proposes New Prevention of Accidental Releases Rule (Chapter 0400-30-32)

Tennessee is proposing to streamline state-level accidental release prevention rules by removing redundant Risk Management Plan (RMP) filings while aligning with federal EPA standards. Facilities must prepare for a new annual compliance certification requirement, shifting regulatory focus from administrative submission to verified operational adherence.

4 Apr 2026, 11:00publications.tnsosfiles.comUnited States

US EPA Finalises Technology Review Amendments to Chemical Manufacturing Area Source NESHAP

The US EPA has finalized stricter air emission standards for chemical manufacturing area sources, effective April 2026, with full compliance for existing facilities required by 2029. Impacted manufacturers must transition to instrument-based leak detection and more rigorous monitoring protocols to mitigate increased operational costs and enforcement risk.

2 Apr 2026, 17:08federalregister.govUnited States

Zuid-Holland Consults On Amending Shell Rotterdam Permit Conditions For Reporting Unusual Events

Zuid-Holland has proposed amending Shell Rotterdam's environmental permit to align incident-reporting obligations with the new Dutch Environment Act (Omgevingswet) through May 2026. Operators should anticipate shifts in how operational 'unusual events' are classified and reported as regional authorities update permits to reflect the new national legal framework.

2 Apr 2026, 09:23zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

China: Shandong Province Convenes Meeting to Advance Chemical Industry Safety Rectification Campaign

Shandong Province has launched an intensified safety rectification campaign for the chemical industry, focusing on risk elimination and stricter project approvals. Operators in the region face heightened inspection scrutiny and must prioritize process safety upgrades to maintain compliance and secure future project permits.

1 Apr 2026, 19:48shandong.gov.cnChina

China MEM Approves Three Industry Safety Standards For Chemical And Hazardous Chemicals Operations

China's Ministry of Emergency Management has finalized three safety standards for chemical and hazardous substance operations, effective September 30, 2026. These updates tighten requirements for equipment maintenance, hazard identification, and accountability for major hazard installations, necessitating a review of site safety protocols and risk management systems.

1 Apr 2026, 18:17mem.gov.cnChina

New Hampshire DOL Proposes Updates to Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules (Lab 1200)

New Hampshire is proposing to update its boiler and pressure vessel safety rules to align with current ASME standards and strengthen state enforcement powers. Operators must prepare for modernized technical requirements and enhanced regulatory authority to prohibit the operation of non-compliant equipment.

1 Apr 2026, 14:24gc.nh.govUnited States

Autonomous Province of Bolzano – Provincial Law 4/2025 on General Fire-Prevention Procedures and Seveso Oversight

The Autonomous Province of Bolzano has enacted Provincial Law 4/2025, centralizing fire prevention procedures and Seveso oversight under a new provincial regulatory framework. Operators must adapt to updated administrative protocols for fire safety certifications and major-accident hazard management, including new provincial technical committee reviews.

1 Apr 2026, 14:17gazzettaufficiale.itItaly

Germany Updates TRBS 2141 On Hazards From Steam And Pressure

Germany updated Technical Rule TRBS 2141 in March 2026, refining safety requirements for the operation and maintenance of steam and pressure systems. Industrial operators must review risk assessments and maintenance protocols against these updated standards to ensure continued compliance with the Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health.

31 Mar 2026, 19:03baua.deGermany

Netherlands Finalises PGS 12:2025 Guideline on Ammonia Storage and Loading

The Netherlands has finalized PGS 12:2025, a consolidated safety guideline for the storage and loading of anhydrous ammonia, effective December 2025. Operators must align facility design, maintenance, and emergency protocols with these updated standards, adhering to specific implementation deadlines for existing installations.

30 Mar 2026, 17:21publicatiereeksgevaarlijkestoffen.nlNetherlands

Netherlands (VNOG) Adopts Policy Framework for Disaster and Incident Response Plans

The Veiligheidsregio Noord- en Oost-Gelderland (VNOG) has adopted a new policy framework and generic emergency response plan for high-risk sites, effective March 2026. High-threshold Seveso operators should anticipate ongoing three-year review cycles for external disaster plans, ensuring alignment with regional emergency response protocols.

28 Mar 2026, 20:33officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

Japan METI Revises Liquefied Petroleum Gas Safety Advancement Plan 2030

METI has updated Japan’s LPG Safety Advancement Plan 2030, refining priority areas for accident prevention and emergency response training through 2030. Businesses should expect increased regulatory focus on CO-poisoning awareness, digital safety training, and risk management for mobile LPG applications and construction-related infrastructure damage.

28 Mar 2026, 20:31meti.go.jpJapan

Idaho DEQ Sets Second Negotiated Rulemaking Meeting And Draft 2 Comment Deadline For Ore Processing By Cyanidation Rules (Docket 58-0113-2502)

Idaho DEQ is finalizing revised cyanidation rules for ore processing, with a second draft open for stakeholder comment through April 10, 2026. Mining operators should evaluate Draft 2 to ensure technical requirements for cyanide management align with operational capabilities and the 2025 legislative mandate.

28 Mar 2026, 20:29deq.idaho.govUnited States

Netherlands (Rechtbank Limburg) Upholds Penalty Orders and €250,000 Collection for Unsafe Hazardous Substances Storage

The District Court of Limburg upheld €250,000 in penalties against a logistics operator in March 2026 for persistent violations of hazardous substance storage and permitting requirements. This judgment reinforces the high financial risk of non-compliance with PGS 15 segregation rules and the necessity of ensuring all warehouse activities are explicitly covered by environmental permits.

28 Mar 2026, 18:22uitspraken.rechtspraak.nlNetherlands

HSE Publishes Safety Evidence Assessment for 100% Hydrogen Heating in Great Britain

The UK HSE has published its safety evidence assessment for 100% hydrogen heating, establishing the regulatory expectations for distribution, storage, and domestic use. This assessment provides the safety baseline for the commercialization of hydrogen energy, confirming that future roll-outs must meet existing major hazard and gas safety standards.

27 Mar 2026, 07:48gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Norway Havtil Inspection of Okea Draugen Construction Integrity Identifies Two Improvement Points

Norway’s offshore regulator (Havtil) has issued an inspection report on the Draugen installation, identifying critical improvement points regarding structural integrity and organizational verification. Operators should review the independence of technical roles and the maintenance of foundation pressure systems to ensure compliance with enforcement expectations for aging offshore assets.

26 Mar 2026, 19:18havtil.noNorway