Become a Process Safety Management Professional (PSMP)
Successful PSM Coordinators must have a solid understanding of ammonia refrigeration technology and safety principles along with the related regulatory compliance requirements. They also need an understanding of document management systems, the fundamentals of technical leadership, and management skills.
Earn a Unique Certificate
Offered jointly with the Industrial Refrigeration Consortium (IRC), the Process Safety Management Professional (PSMP) Certificate will help you acquire the skills and knowledge required to successfully implement and continuously improve your Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) programs. This unique certificate program is designed specifically to help PSM Coordinators working in ammonia refrigerated facilities, be successful in carrying out their important roles. Differentiate yourself and earn a valued credential while gaining both personal and professional enrichment.
Earn your certificate by completing five core courses and one elective course. Candidates will be required to pass an online exam at the completion of each course.
- Full Certificate Curriculum
- PSMP Certificate Courses (Printable)
- Why Pursue a PSMP Certificate?
- About the IRC
The PSMP is earned by candidates successfully completing five core courses and one elective course.
Candidates will be required to pass an online exam at the completion of each course.
Take 5 Required Courses
Ammonia Refrigeration System Safety
April 1-3, 2026 - Madison, WI (D297) - $1,495
Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration Systems
October 1-3, 2025 - Madison, WI (D291) - $1,495
March 4-6, 2026 - Madison, WI (D295) - $1,495
September 30-October 2, 2026 - Madison, WI (D300) - $1,495
Principles and Practices of Mechanical Integrity for Industrial Refrigeration Systems
November 5-7, 2025 - Madison, WI (D292) - $1,595
November 4-6, 2026 - Madison, WI (D301) - $1,595
Process Hazard Analysis (Emphasizing Ammonia Refrigeration Systems)
September 16-18, 2026 - Madison, WI (D299) - $1,495
Process Safety Management Audits for Compliance and Continuous Safety Improvement
January 14-16, 2026 - Madison, WI (D294) - $1,495
Take 1 Elective Course
Design of Ammonia Refrigeration Systems for Peak Performance and Efficiency
September 21-25, 2026 - Madison, WI (D298) - $1,895
Engineering Calculations for PSM and RMP
March 25-27, 2026 - Madison, WI (D296) - $1,495
Intermediate Ammonia Refrigeration Systems
December 3-5, 2025 - Madison, WI (D293) - $1,495
December 2-4, 2026 - Madison, WI (D302) - $1,495
Engineering Safety Relief Systems (offered through IRC)
Note:
IRC Elective Course: Engineering Safety Relief Systems
The schedule for this course varies. Contact info@irc.wisc.edu for updated information.
The PSMP is earned by candidates successfully completing five core courses and one elective course.
Candidates will be required to pass an online exam at the completion of each course.
| Upcoming Courses | September | October | November | December | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia Refrigeration System Safety | 4/1-4/3 Face-to-Face D297 | |||||||||||
| Design of Ammonia Refrigeration Systems for Peak Performance and Efficiency | ||||||||||||
| Engineering Calculations for PSM and RMP | 3/25-3/27 Face-to-Face D296 | |||||||||||
| Intermediate Ammonia Refrigeration Systems | 12/3-12/5 Face-to-Face D293 | |||||||||||
| Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration Systems | 10/1-10/3 Face-to-Face D291 | 3/4-3/6 Face-to-Face D295 | ||||||||||
| Principles and Practices of Mechanical Integrity for Industrial Refrigeration Systems | 11/5-11/7 Face-to-Face D292 | |||||||||||
| Process Hazard Analysis (Emphasizing Ammonia Refrigeration Systems) | 9/24-9/26 Face-to-Face D290 | |||||||||||
| Process Safety Management Audits for Compliance and Continuous Safety Improvement | 1/14-1/16 Face-to-Face D294 |
Note:
IRC Elective Course: Engineering Safety Relief Systems
The schedule for this course varies. Contact info@irc.wisc.edu for updated information.
This certificate will help you:
• Be more effective as you manage your PSM compliance programs
• Improve the safety, health, and environmental performance while reducing regulatory risks in ammonia refrigerated facilities
• Recognize the special constraints, regulations, design principles, best practices, technologies and business practices applicable in the field of industrial refrigeration.
• Manage and lead technical teams involved with ammonia refrigeration and PSM without having direct authority
The Industrial Refrigeration Consortium (IRC) is a collaborative effort between the University of Wisconsin-Madison and industry. Together we share a common goal of improving safety, efficiency, and productivity of industrial refrigeration systems and technologies. We realize this goal by conducting applied research, delivering knowledge transfer, and providing technical assistance.
Our primary product is knowledge. We create knowledge through research and technical assistance, and we transfer knowledge to the industry through our training and technology transfer activities.
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