PRESSURE SAFETY VALVES

(PSV)
&
PRESSURE RELEIF VALVES
(PSRV)

FREQUENCY OF
TESTING AND
CALIBRATION

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CALIBRATION
PSVs
As every one of us known and its name itself
self explanatory, safety valve are very
impartment and heart of our plant safety in
all aspect.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND

CALIBRATION
PSVs
As every one of us known and its name itself
self explanatory, safety valve are very
impartment and heart of our plant safety in
all aspect.

Testing and Inspection

It is very much essential to keep all safety/
relief valves are in condition to save
personnel and plant life.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND

CALIBRATION
PSVs
As every one of us known and its name itself
self explanatory, safety valve are very
impartment and heart of our plant safety in
all aspect.

Testing and Inspection

It is very much essential to keep all safety/
relief valves are in condition to save
personnel and plant life.
For this reason inspection and testing are
acting vital role in safety/ relief valves.

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How to set frequency for testing and calibration?

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

How to set frequency for testing and calibration?
To set frequency for testing and inspection we have look into international code for
their recommendations.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

How to set frequency for testing and calibration?
To set frequency for testing and inspection we have look into international code for
their recommendations.

Which codes are giving guide line for testing and calibration
of PSVs?

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

How to set frequency for testing and calibration?
To set frequency for testing and inspection we have look into international code for
their recommendations.

Which codes are giving guide line for testing and calibration
of PSVs?
API 576 Inspection of Pressure reliving Devices

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How to set frequency for testing and calibration?
To set frequency for testing and inspection we have look into international code for
their recommendations.

Which codes are giving guide line for testing and calibration
of PSVs?
API 576 Inspection of Pressure reliving Devices
NBIC National Board Inspection Code (NB 23)
RB8400 In-service Inspection of Pressure Relief Devices

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What API 576 recommends on frequency

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What API 576 recommends on frequency
The inspection of pressure relief devices provides data that can be evaluated to
determine a safe and economical frequency of scheduled inspection.

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What API 576 recommends on frequency
The inspection of pressure relief devices provides data that can be evaluated to
determine a safe and economical frequency of scheduled inspection.
This frequency varies widely with the various operating conditions and environments
to which relief devices are subjected.

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What API 576 recommends on frequency
The inspection of pressure relief devices provides data that can be evaluated to
determine a safe and economical frequency of scheduled inspection.
This frequency varies widely with the various operating conditions and environments
to which relief devices are subjected.
Inspection may usually be less frequent when operation is satisfactory and more
frequent when corrosion, fouling and leakage problem occur.

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What API 576 recommends on frequency
The inspection of pressure relief devices provides data that can be evaluated to
determine a safe and economical frequency of scheduled inspection.
This frequency varies widely with the various operating conditions and environments
to which relief devices are subjected.
Inspection may usually be less frequent when operation is satisfactory and more
frequent when corrosion, fouling and leakage problem occur.
Historical records reflecting periodic test results and service experience for each relief
devices are valuable guides for establishing safe and economical inspection
frequencies.

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What API 576 recommends on frequency
The inspection of pressure relief devices provides data that can be evaluated to
determine a safe and economical frequency of scheduled inspection.
This frequency varies widely with the various operating conditions and environments
to which relief devices are subjected.
Inspection may usually be less frequent when operation is satisfactory and more
frequent when corrosion, fouling and leakage problem occur.
Historical records reflecting periodic test results and service experience for each relief
devices are valuable guides for establishing safe and economical inspection
frequencies.
A definite time interval between inspection or tests should be established for every
pressure relieving device on operating equipment. Depending on operating
experiences, this interval may vary from one installation to another.

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What API 576 recommends on frequency
The inspection of pressure relief devices provides data that can be evaluated to
determine a safe and economical frequency of scheduled inspection.
This frequency varies widely with the various operating conditions and environments
to which relief devices are subjected.
Inspection may usually be less frequent when operation is satisfactory and more
frequent when corrosion, fouling and leakage problem occur.
Historical records reflecting periodic test results and service experience for each relief
devices are valuable guides for establishing safe and economical inspection
frequencies.
A definite time interval between inspection or tests should be established for every
pressure relieving device on operating equipment. Depending on operating
experiences, this interval may vary from one installation to another.
Finally no specific frequency from API 576/ API 510

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What NBIC recommends on frequency

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
Testing may be accomplished by the owner on the unit where the valves is installed
or at a qualified test facility. In many cases, testing on the unit may be impractical,
especially if the service fluid is hazardous to toxic. Testing on the unit may involve the
by passing of operation controls and should only be performed by qualified individuals
under carefully controlled conditions. ( in-service test is impractical in many cases)

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
Testing may be accomplished by the owner on the unit where the valves is installed
or at a qualified test facility. In many cases, testing on the unit may be impractical,
especially if the service fluid is hazardous to toxic. Testing on the unit may involve the
by passing of operation controls and should only be performed by qualified individuals
under carefully controlled conditions. ( in-service test is impractical in many cases)
RB 8410 Recommended Inspection And test Frequencies

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
Testing may be accomplished by the owner on the unit where the valves is installed
or at a qualified test facility. In many cases, testing on the unit may be impractical,
especially if the service fluid is hazardous to toxic. Testing on the unit may involve the
by passing of operation controls and should only be performed by qualified individuals
under carefully controlled conditions. ( in-service test is impractical in many cases)
RB 8410 Recommended Inspection And test Frequencies
HP Steam
Pressure test to verify nameplate set pressure every three years or as determined by
operating experience as verified by testing history.

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
Testing may be accomplished by the owner on the unit where the valves is installed
or at a qualified test facility. In many cases, testing on the unit may be impractical,
especially if the service fluid is hazardous to toxic. Testing on the unit may involve the
by passing of operation controls and should only be performed by qualified individuals
under carefully controlled conditions. ( in-service test is impractical in many cases)
RB 8410 Recommended Inspection And test Frequencies
HP Steam
Pressure test to verify nameplate set pressure every three years or as determined by
operating experience as verified by testing history.
LP Steam
Manual check every 6 months (manual pop up) ; pressure test annually to verify
nameplate set pressure or as determined by operating experience as verified by
testing history.

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
Testing may be accomplished by the owner on the unit where the valves is installed
or at a qualified test facility. In many cases, testing on the unit may be impractical,
especially if the service fluid is hazardous to toxic. Testing on the unit may involve the
by passing of operation controls and should only be performed by qualified individuals
under carefully controlled conditions. ( in-service test is impractical in many cases)
RB 8410 Recommended Inspection And test Frequencies
HP Steam
Pressure test to verify nameplate set pressure every three years or as determined by
operating experience as verified by testing history.
LP Steam
Manual check every 6 months (manual pop up) ; pressure test annually to verify
nameplate set pressure or as determined by operating experience as verified by
testing history.
Pressure Vessel and Piping
Frequency of test and inspection of pressure relief devices for pressure vessel and
piping service is greatly dependent on the nature of the contents and operating of the
system and only general recommendations can be given. Inspection frequency should
be based on previous inspection history.

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
Testing may be accomplished by the owner on the unit where the valves is installed
or at a qualified test facility. In many cases, testing on the unit may be impractical,
especially if the service fluid is hazardous to toxic. Testing on the unit may involve the
by passing of operation controls and should only be performed by qualified individuals
under carefully controlled conditions. ( in-service test is impractical in many cases)
RB 8410 Recommended Inspection And test Frequencies
HP Steam
Pressure test to verify nameplate set pressure every three years or as determined by
operating experience as verified by testing history.
LP Steam
Manual check every 6 months (manual pop up) ; pressure test annually to verify
nameplate set pressure or as determined by operating experience as verified by
testing history.
Pressure Vessel and Piping
Frequency of test and inspection of pressure relief devices for pressure vessel and
piping service is greatly dependent on the nature of the contents and operating of the
system and only general recommendations can be given. Inspection frequency should
be based on previous inspection history.
If valves are found to be defective or damaged by system contents during inspection,
intervals should be shortened until acceptable inspection results are obtained. Where

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service
Steam

Inspection Frequency

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

Pressure relief valves in combination

combination with rupture disks

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

Pressure relief valves in combination

combination with rupture disks

Every five years

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

Pressure relief valves in combination

combination with rupture disks

Every five years

Propane, Refrigerant

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

Pressure relief valves in combination

combination with rupture disks

Every five years

Propane, Refrigerant

Every five years

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

Pressure relief valves in combination

combination with rupture disks

Every five years

Propane, Refrigerant

Every five years

All others

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What NBIC recommends on frequency
NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

Pressure relief valves in combination

combination with rupture disks

Every five years

Propane, Refrigerant

Every five years

All others

Per Inspection history

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With the support of this international standards how we can set

inspection and testing frequency of our (SAJGAS) PSVs ?

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RISK ASSESSMENT

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RISK ASSESSMENT
All PRVs are considered as critical equipment and must undergo a risk assessment to
establish a maintenance strategy. In order to minimize complicated scheduling issues
a simplified risk assessment procedure has been adopted. The following parameters
have been considered:

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
All PRVs are considered as critical equipment and must undergo a risk assessment to
establish a maintenance strategy. In order to minimize complicated scheduling issues
a simplified risk assessment procedure has been adopted. The following parameters
have been considered:

Set Pressure

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
All PRVs are considered as critical equipment and must undergo a risk assessment to
establish a maintenance strategy. In order to minimize complicated scheduling issues
a simplified risk assessment procedure has been adopted. The following parameters
have been considered:

Set Pressure

Corrosivity of the process fluid

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
All PRVs are considered as critical equipment and must undergo a risk assessment to
establish a maintenance strategy. In order to minimize complicated scheduling issues
a simplified risk assessment procedure has been adopted. The following parameters
have been considered:

Set Pressure

Corrosivity of the process fluid

Process Fluid Hazard toxicity, flammability, explosivity, temperature etc.

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water, Amine, Liquid
Sulphur.

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water, Amine, Liquid
Sulphur.

Non Corrosive

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water, Amine, Liquid
Sulphur.

Non Corrosive

Sweet Gas,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water, Amine, Liquid
Sulphur.

Non Corrosive

Sweet Gas, Dry Air, Dry Gas,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water, Amine, Liquid
Sulphur.

Non Corrosive

Sweet Gas, Dry Air, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerant, Nitrogen,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water, Amine, Liquid
Sulphur.

Non Corrosive

Sweet Gas, Dry Air, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerant, Nitrogen,

Lube Oil

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Probability
The probability of failure shall be a function of the process fluid in which the valve is in service. Each valve is
classified as in either clean/non-corrosive service, or dirty/corrosive service. Valves in dirty/corrosive service
shall be assigned a probability factor B as per Figure 1. Valves in clean/non-corrosive service shall be
assigned a probability factor C.
Thermal Relief Valves (TSVs) shall be assigned a probability of D regardless of service.
Table 1 : PROBABILITY
Corrosivity

Process Fluid

Corrosive

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Wet Air,
Raw water, Cooling Water, Drinking/Utility Water, Amine, Liquid
Sulphur.

Non Corrosive

Sweet Gas, Dry Air, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerant, Nitrogen, Lube
Oil

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification
Hazardous

Process Fluid

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate,

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas,

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas,

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerants

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerants

Non Hazardous

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerants

Non Hazardous

Wet Air, Dry Air,

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerants

Non Hazardous

Wet Air, Dry Air, Nitrogen,

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerants

Non Hazardous

Wet Air, Dry Air, Nitrogen, Drinking Water/ Utility. Raw Water,
Cooling Water,

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerants

Non Hazardous

Wet Air, Dry Air, Nitrogen, Drinking Water/ Utility. Raw Water,
Cooling Water, Lube Oil.

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Consequence
The consequence of failure is a function of the process fluid hazard and the set pressure of the valve. Valves
classified as being in non-hazardous service, with a set pressure less than 10 bar g shall be assigned a
consequence rating III. All valves with a set pressure over 10 bar g regardless of the hazard, or valves in
hazardous service regardless of the set pressure shall be assigned a consequence factor II.
Table 2 : CONSEQUENCE
Hazard Classification

Process Fluid

Hazardous

Steam, Steam Condensate, BFW. Sour Gas, Wet Gas, Amine,

Sweet Gas, Dry Gas, Mixed Refrigerants

Non Hazardous

Wet Air, Dry Air, Nitrogen, Drinking Water/ Utility. Raw Water,
Cooling Water, Lube Oil.

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Risk

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RISK ASSESSMENT
Risk
Risk assessment is a function of the probability versus consequence. The risk assessment matrix adopted for
establishing the relative risk for relief valves.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

RISK ASSESSMENT
Risk
Risk assessment is a function of the probability versus consequence. The risk assessment matrix adopted for
establishing the relative risk for relief valves.

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INSPECTION GRADE

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.
Inspection Grade 2

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.
Inspection Grade 2
The system was under Grade 1 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.
Inspection Grade 2
The system was under Grade 1 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Inspection Grade 3

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.
Inspection Grade 2
The system was under Grade 1 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Inspection Grade 3
The system was under Grade 2 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.
Inspection Grade 2
The system was under Grade 1 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Inspection Grade 3
The system was under Grade 2 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Grade Transfer

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.
Inspection Grade 2
The system was under Grade 1 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Inspection Grade 3
The system was under Grade 2 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Grade Transfer
On the basis of full servicing a Pressure Relief Devices may be progressively transferred to the next higher
grade (maximum one grade increase)

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

INSPECTION GRADE
An Inspection Grade shall be allocated to each Pressure Relief Device. After completion of the first and each
subsequent inspection, the Inspection Grade shall be amended, if necessary, in accordance with the rules
specified below. All recommended grade changes must be reviewed by the appropriate Inspection Engineer
and approved by the Head of Inspection.
Inspection Grade 0
Initially at the commissioning test, all Pressure Safety Devices shall be deemed to be in Grade 0 and shall
remain in this grade until the first servicing. This grade should also be applied when the conditions of service
are such that:
The valve does not meet the requirements for Grade 1 after the first service.
Inspection Grade 1
The valve was under Grade 0 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage rate
is within the tolerance of the specifications, the cleanliness would not have adversely affected its performance
and there are no observed defects.
Inspection Grade 2
The system was under Grade 1 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Inspection Grade 3
The system was under Grade 2 and it opens within an interval of 5% of the cold set pressure, the leakage
rate is within the tolerance of the specifications and the internal inspection shows no or minor defects.
Grade Transfer
On the basis of full servicing a Pressure Relief Devices may be progressively transferred to the next higher
grade (maximum one grade increase)

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FREQUENCY

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

FREQUENCY
An Inspection frequency shall be created for servicing and detail examination of each Pressure Relieving
Device listed in separate. Inspection frequencies shall derive as a function of risk and the allocated Inspection
Grade. The schedule shall be maintained in future inspection soft wear.
The maximum interval (in months) between servicing of PRVs shall be as follows:.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

FREQUENCY
An Inspection frequency shall be created for servicing and detail examination of each Pressure Relieving
Device listed in separate. Inspection frequencies shall derive as a function of risk and the allocated Inspection
Grade. The schedule shall be maintained in future inspection soft wear.
The maximum interval (in months) between servicing of PRVs shall be as follows:.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

FREQUENCY
An Inspection frequency shall be created for servicing and detail examination of each Pressure Relieving
Device listed in separate. Inspection frequencies shall derive as a function of risk and the allocated Inspection
Grade. The schedule shall be maintained in future inspection soft wear.
The maximum interval (in months) between servicing of PRVs shall be as follows:.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Dry Air non corrosive/ clean - Probability from above Fig. is C

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Dry Air non corrosive/ clean - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Dry Air non corrosive/ clean - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Dry Air Non Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II. Even this is non hazardous pressure
is more that 145psi.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Dry Air non corrosive/ clean - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Dry Air Non Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II. Even this is non hazardous pressure
is more that 145psi.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Dry Air non corrosive/ clean - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Dry Air Non Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II. Even this is non hazardous pressure
is more that 145psi.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Dry Air non corrosive/ clean - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Dry Air Non Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II. Even this is non hazardous pressure
is more that 145psi.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0
Frequency
Frequency from Table 3 for C II and 0 24 months.
Once first service we should change the inspection grade accordingly.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 1.
PSV identification : 650 PSV 001
Location : Instrument Air Receiver
Media : Dry Air
Pressure : 152.2 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Dry Air non corrosive/ clean - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Dry Air Non Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II. Even this is non hazardous pressure
is more that 145psi.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0
Frequency
Frequency from Table 3 for C II and 0 24 months.
Once first service we should change the inspection grade accordingly.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:
Since this line is Steam corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is B

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:
Since this line is Steam corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is B
Consequence:

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:
Since this line is Steam corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is B
Consequence:
Since this line is Steam Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:
Since this line is Steam corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is B
Consequence:
Since this line is Steam Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is B II

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:
Since this line is Steam corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is B
Consequence:
Since this line is Steam Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is B II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:
Since this line is Steam corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is B
Consequence:
Since this line is Steam Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is B II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0
Frequency
Frequency from Table 3 for B II and 0 12 months.
Once first service we should change the inspection grade accordingly.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 2.
PSV identification : 500 PSV 001
Location : DS De-super heater
Media : LP Steam
Pressure : 87 PSI (G) SET
Size : 6 G 8
Probability:
Since this line is Steam corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is B
Consequence:
Since this line is Steam Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is B II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0
Frequency
Frequency from Table 3 for B II and 0 12 months.
Once first service we should change the inspection grade accordingly.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:

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SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0
Frequency
Frequency from Table 3 for C II and 0 24 months.
Once first service we should change the inspection grade accordingly.

FREQUENCY OF TESTING AND CALIBRATION

SAMPLE FREQUENCY CHECK
For sample check to under stand our frequency methodology, we are going to check three different
area PSVs.
Sample 3.
PSV identification : 200 PSV 001
Location : Amine contactor over head scrubber
Media : Process Gas (Sweet Gas)
Pressure : 1319.8 PSI (G) SET
Size : 1.5 G 3
Probability:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Non corrosive/ no dirty - Probability from above Fig. is C
Consequence:
Since this line is Sweet Gas Hazardous Consequence from Fig. is II.
Risk
Risk from this Fig. is C II
Inspection Grade;
Since this is initial stage, inspection grade as 0
Frequency
Frequency from Table 3 for C II and 0 24 months.
Once first service we should change the inspection grade accordingly.

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Comparison of Frequency Obtained to NBIC

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Comparison of Frequency Obtained to NBIC
Sample 1
Dry Air 24 months

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Comparison of Frequency Obtained to NBIC
Sample 1
Dry Air 24 months
Sample 2
LP Steam 12 months

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Comparison of Frequency Obtained to NBIC
Sample 1
Dry Air 24 months
Sample 2
LP Steam 12 months
Sample 3
Sweet gas 24 months

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Comparison of Frequency Obtained to NBIC
Sample 1
Dry Air 24 months
Sample 2
LP Steam 12 months
Sample 3
Sweet gas 24 months

NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

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Comparison of Frequency Obtained to NBIC
Sample 1
Dry Air 24 months
Sample 2
LP Steam 12 months
Sample 3
Sweet gas 24 months

NBIC suggested frequency for Pressure vessel and Piping

Service

Inspection Frequency

Steam

Annual

Air& Clean Dry Gasses

Every three years

Pressure relief valves in combination

combination with rupture disks

Every five years

Propane, Refrigerant

Every five years

All others

Per Inspection history

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Comparison of Frequency Obtained to NBIC
For the first time of service all PSVs will set for minimized level of
frequency, after the first service this frequency will be revised based on
Inspection Grade obtained.

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Which Area in our plant (SAJGAS) is critical now?
As we discussed we can derive best frequency for our plant PSVs.

Since our plant is under preservation, PSVs testing and calibration not required at present,
Because we have to test again before commissioning.
Commissioning tests of Pressure Relief Valves on new units should be carried out not
more than 6 months prior to start up of the new units.

We have to look in to active PSVs in our plant at present like instrument Air, Nitrogen
package.
If it is required we will proceed for this area PSVs testing and calibrations.

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