PFSE - Premier Functional Safety Engineering - Safety Instrumented Systems - Training Course
(Within the TÜV Functional Safety Program)
PCS is proud to present the Premier Functional Safety Engineering course, in cooperation with TÜV Industrie Service GmbH (Automation, Software, and Information Technology - ASI).
PCS is a TÜV Industrie GmbH, ASI-accepted course provider for the TÜV Functional Safety Program.
Course Outline
- Four (4) days Mastering Training Program
- Instructor–Classroom setting
- Working examples and discussions
- Evaluation exam
- Compliance to competency requirements of:
- IEC 61508-1 Paragraph 6.2.1 (h)
- IEC 61511-1 Paragraph 5.2.2
- TÜV Certificate:
TÜV Functional Safety Program
What is the TÜV Functional Safety Program?
An extended vocational training program institutionalized by TÜV Industrie Service GmbH, ASI together with international course providers – accepted according to the TÜV Functional Safety Program - to support knowledge, know-how and expertise transfer to engineers working in the field of functional safety. Our aim is to achieve a global, clear and uniform standard of competence towards compliance to the requirements of IEC 61508, IEC 61511 and further relevant international standards. (See more information at http://www.tuvasi.com).
Premier Consulting Services
Invensys-Premier Consulting Services offers the PFSE training course addressing Functional Safety in the field of Safety Instrumented Systems. Contents, material and final exams for this course have been reviewed and assessed positively by TÜV Industrie Service GmbH, Automation, Software and Information Technology, ASI.
Participants of the Premier Consulting Services PFSE training course will receive, upon successful completion, a TÜV certificate, including a TÜV Functional Safety Engineer logo and ID number.
PCS Course Instructors are certified TÜV Functional Safety Experts – SIS (According to the TÜV Functional Safety Program)
- Robert S. Adamski, TÜV FS Expert-ID No. 0100/04
- Robin McCrea-Steele, TÜV FS Expert-ID No. 0101/04
Who Should Attend?
- Engineers involved in any part of the SIS Safety Lifecycle.
Training Reviews
"I received a 7.4% pay increase as a direct result of receiving my TÜV Functional Safety Engineer certification through Premier Consulting training. The Premier instructors are excellent." - PFSE Training Student, Engineering Contractor
"My TÜV certification is required by my employer and I must not miss this opportunity." - PFSE Training Student, Chemical Engineer
"This PFSE TÜV Certification is becoming a necessary qualification in Australia and I need it to get an edge on those engineers that do not have the certification... the influx of engineers from foreign countries has increased competition and consequently has lowered hourly fees normally charged. The TÜV certification allows me to charge a fair payment for my services." - PFSE Training Student, Engineering Contractor
"I would like to let you know how much I enjoyed the course; your presentation style and the material was excellent." - PFSE Training Student, Maintenance Engineer
"I am very happy to get approved in the exam. The majority part of this success was surely due to your excellent classes during that 3 days, with very clear and objective explanations. Thank you very much for the opportunity and superb 4 days I had spent at Belgium. I will encourage my colleagues involved in automation to attend your next training courses as well, in order to spread the awareness on safety on our automation community." - PFSE Training Student, Engineer
"Thank you very much. I could pass the exam only due to the excellent teaching methodology." - PFSE Training Student, Fortune Global 500 Company
"You have given me the additional enrichment of knowledge of the IEC 61508/61511 very systematically during the three-day training in Mumbai. I once again thank you and have enjoyed the technical discussions with you." - PFSE Training Student, Petrochemicals Corporation
"Thanks for giving me the opportunity to enhance my knowledge under your valuable guidance." - PFSE Training Student, Instrumentation Manager – Polyethylene Plant
Participant eligibility requirements:
In accordance with the TÜV Functional Safety Program.
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in the field of functional safety.
- University degree or equivalent engineer level responsibilities status as certified by employer.
Course Duration:
- Four (4) days.
- The first three days are classroom setting instruction that provide detailed information and examples/discussions for understanding and mastering the requirements of IEC61508 / IEC61511 functional safety. Evening study time and problem solving is recommended. The last day consists of a two-part examination:
- 130 multiple choice questions
- 5 working problems
Course Approval Criteria:
Passing score is 75%
Training Investment:
Total price per participant is US$ 2,500
(Includes course material, registration fees and TÜV certificate)
Training and Certification Process:
Registration: Visit the Course Schedule to choose a date and location convenient for you. You may register online or via fax, mail, or email.
Eligibility Requirements: Use PCS Form ER04 for eligibility according to TÜV Functional Safety Program (this form can be submitted at a later date). However, it is a prerequisite to obtain a TÜV certificate.
Course and Exam: Participants that complete the PFSE training course continuously in an Instructor-Classroom setting and meet the approval criteria for the proficiency examination on management of functional safety, safety instrumented systems, are eligible to receive a TÜV certificate.
TÜV Assessment: Upon review of the final exam documents and verification that all the eligibility requirements have been met, TÜV Industrie Service GmbH, ASI issues the TÜV certificate, including the TÜV FS Engineer logo.
TÜV FS Engineer Logo: Participants that receive a TÜV certificate and corresponding identification number may use the TÜV FS Engineer logo on their business card. The logo should not be used in any context that may imply that the titled person is an employee of TÜV or works for TÜV.
Archiving: TÜV–ASI officially archives exams and documentation of each certified participant.
Internet Posting: Successful participants of the PFSE training class within the TÜV Functional Safety Program will receive an identification number from TÜV-ASI and will be listed on the www.tuvasi.com internet site. The listing will positively identify and confirm the status of certification for each participant (i.e. valid, pending, canceled, revoked).
Validity: Certification has a validity period of 5 years.
Revalidation: After expiration of the initial 5 years, a revalidation involves a short exam covering updates in standards and best practices.
Course Agenda Overview
Day 1
- Overview of TÜV Functional Safety Program
- Introduction to Safety Instrumented Systems
- Overview of International Safety Standards IEC-61508/ 61511 (in the U.S., ANSI/S84.01-2004)
- What is Safety Integrity Level (SIL)?
- Probability to Fail on Demand (PFD)
- PFD average
- SIL instantaneous
- Demand VS. Continuous Mode
- Qualitative Assessment
- Process sensitivity and safety
- ALARP
- Safety integrity levels assignment
- Modified HAZOP
- Consequence Analysis
- Risk Matrix
- Risk Graph
- Quantitative Assignment
- Layer of Protection (LOPA)
- User Defined SIL Target
- Examples of methodology use
Day 2
- 1. Semi-Quantitative SIL Method
- Methodology
- Examples of use
- Conclusions
- Safety Requirements Specification (SRS) Template
- Scope
- • SRS Checklist
- SRS Guidance (IEC-61511)
- Compliance
- Process Assessment
- SRS Basis of Design
- ESD P&ID Diagrams
- Technical Requirements
- Start-Up Procedures
- DCS Functions
- Testing, Procedures and Commissioning
- Management of Change
Day 3
- SIL Validation
- IEC-61508 and 61511 Methods
- Reliability Block Diagrams
- Simplified Equations
- Fault Tree Analysis
- Markov Models
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
- QRA Methodology
- Examples
- Availability and Reliability Determination
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
- System improvement using FTA
- Management of Functional Safety
- Role of individuals
- Plan for verification, assessments, auditing and validation.
- Procedures for evaluating performance after SIF is installed
- Design
- Operation and Maintenance
- Summary of 3-Day Training
Day 4
Comprehension and mastering of the PFSE training course material will be verified by a 4 to 6 hour proficiency examination consisting of 130 multiple choice, and 5 working problems. Overall passing criteria is 75%.
Participants that complete the PFSE training course continuously in the Instructor-Classroom setting, meet the eligibility criteria according to the TÜV Functional Safety Program and pass the proficiency examination, are eligible to receive a TÜV certificate including the TÜV Functional Safety Engineer logo.