Most safety functions include some mechanical components. These components can range from single devices such as pressure relief valves to more complicated subsystems such as hydraulic power units, and in some cases the entire safety function is accomplished through mechanical devices. Understanding the analysis and modeling techniques for mechanical devices is a prerequisite to designing and maintaining effective safety functions. This webinar will review common hazard analysis techniques and modelling techniques that can be applied to mechanical devices along with guidance on when to use which approach.
exida Recorded Webinars
Design Considerations for Mechanical Safety Functions
Recording Date: February 2016
About the Presenter:
Chris O'Brien, CFSE
Chris O’Brien is a Partner with exida. He has over 30 years of experience in the design,manufacturing, and marketing of process automation, reserve power systems, and safety related equipment. His main focus includes supporting new and existingcustomers with their implementation of the IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 functional safetystandards, as well as reliability analysis for mechanical devices.
Mr. O’Brien is the author of “Final Elements and the IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 Functional Safety Standards” and has been awarded 5 patents, including a patent for the industry’s first safety rated pressure transmitter.