7/16/2019 Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Classification, Verification and Validation

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Classification
To determine the SIL for each SIF, a risk-based review of the protection systems

using Layers of Protection (LOPA) method is commonly adopted.

The SIL is determined based on the semi-quantitative estimation of the frequency of

the initiating event, and the development of the incident scenario, as well as the

effective Independent Protection Layers (IPLs).

Verification
The verification of a SIF involves reviewingthe loop design and gathering the

following information to calculate the probability of failure on demand (PFD) for the

loop:

· Determininghardware failure rate;

· Commonmode failure percentage, β;

· Proof testing interval; and

· Proof test coverage etc.

Using PFD calculation software (aligned to IEC 61511), the loop PFD can be

determined and compared to the SIL rating initially assigned to the SIF for

verification.

Validation
The validation of a SIF is normallyperformed after the installation of the system.

The validation process may includethe following activities:

· Site acceptance test (SAT);

· Pre-startup safety review (PSSR); and

· Operational readiness review (ORR) etc.

Validation procedures should provide assurance that the Safety Instrumented System

(SIS) safety requirements specification has been met and that any recommendations

from earlierverification activities and reviews have been satisfactorily addressed.

The extent and rigour of validation should be commensurate with the complexity of

the SIS and the SIL rating involved.

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