Demand Mode Safety Function
Demand mode safety function is where a specified action is taken in response to process conditions or other demands. In the event of a dangerous failure of the SIF, a potential hazard only occurs in … Read more
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What is the Safety Instrumented Function (SIF)?
The safety instrumented function (SIF) is used to monitor a selected process parameter and takes an executive action to make the process safe, if certain limits are exceeded.
An illustration of safety instrumented function in a process plant is shown … Read more
Safety Function in a Machine Control System
A safety function is executed by the safety-related parts of the machine control system to achieve or maintain the equipment under control in a safe state with respect to a specific hazard. A failure of the safety function can result … Read more
What is Safety Related Control System (SRCS)?
This is part of the control system of a machine that prevents a hazardous condition from occurring. It can be a separate dedicated system or it may be integrated with the ordinary machine control system.
The complexity of a safety … Read more