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*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Safety_instrumented_system The Wikipedia Page on Safety Instrumented System] | *[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Safety_instrumented_system The Wikipedia Page on Safety Instrumented System] | ||
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fS0DBC4TRy8 A Video by the YouTube Channel "RealPars" Titled "What is an Emergency Shutdown System?" ] | |||
[[Category: Bio-Petrochemistry]] [[Category: Safety]] | [[Category: Bio-Petrochemistry]] [[Category: Safety]] | ||
Revision as of 21:42, 6 July 2021
Basics
- An Automated System Similar to an E-Stop , but which uses various sensors and a dedicated device, to determine the cause and effect of any emergency situation and respond accordingly
- It may not shut down the entire device/facility, burt rather just enough to isolate the affected area
- It's main goals are:
- Reduce consequences of an emergency situation
- Flooding
- Escape of Hazardous Materials
- Fire