Functional Safety: Basics of Safety Loops acc. to IEC 61508/61511

Brief overview of standards and regulations, parameters for SIL classification, risk analysis by means of risk graphs in accordance with VDI/VDE 2180, calculation of complete safety loops.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding of the basics of safety loops according to IEC 61508/61511.
• Meaning of the relevant parameters PFD, HFT, SFF, DC, Lambda DU, etc.
• How does risk analysis work and what influence does it have on safety loops?
• What role can smart meter valves play in safety loops?