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Task C-11 Installs and services safety systems and devices
Task descriptor
Instrumentation and control technicians install, maintain, diagnose and repair safety systems and devices. Safety systems and devices are used to detect and react to hazards such as gas leaks, fires and spills. Reactions may range from alarms to plant shutdowns and evacuations. The proper installation, calibration and maintenance of these systems are imperative to the safety of the personnel, process operation, equipment and environment.
C-11.01 - Installs safety systems and devices
C-11.01 - Installs safety systems and devices
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| C-11.01.01P |
identify hazard to be detected |
hazard to be detected is identified |
| C-11.01.02P |
select type of safety system |
type of safety system is selected according to process applications, industry standards, codes and practices |
| C-11.01.03P |
determine location for safety system and devices |
location for safety system and devices is determined according to manufacturers’ instructions, industry standards and codes |
| C-11.01.04P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-11.01.05P |
select and mount device |
device is selected and mounted according to industry practices, engineered designs, manufacturers’ specifications and codes |
| C-11.01.06P |
configure safety system |
safety system is configured according to industry standards, codes and practices |
| C-11.01.07P |
calibrate safety system components |
safety system components are calibrated using calibration instruments |
| C-11.01.08P |
verify operation of safety systems, alarms and devices |
operation of safety systems, alarms and devices are within specified process parameters by using test equipment and procedures |
| C-11.01.09P |
back up and document configuration and calibration settings |
configuration and calibration settings are backed up and documented for future data recovery |
Range of variables
- types of safety systems include: gas detection, heat detection, fire detection, smoke detection, spill detection, leak detection, emission monitoring equipment, water quality, vibration, overspeed, burner management system (BMS), radiation, pressure
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-11.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of safety systems and devices, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with safety systems and devices, and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to safety systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of safety systems and devices, and describe their components, characteristics and applications |
| identify types of hazardous materials and impact on area hazard classification |
| describe acceptable limits according to codes |
| describe accuracy limitations of safety systems and devices |
| describe interaction between safety systems and processes |
| C-11.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
identify codes and regulations pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
| C-11.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install and configure safety systems and devices, and their components |
describe procedures used to select and install safety systems and devices, and their components |
| describe procedures used to configure safety systems and devices, and their components |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to install safety systems and devices, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| validate certification requirements for calibration equipment |
| describe procedures used to back up and document configuration and calibration settings |
| C-11.01.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to calibrate safety systems and their devices |
describe procedures used to calibrate safety systems and their devices |
| identify types of calibration instruments |
| identify required calibrating parameters of safety systems |
| validate that certified process standards are being used in calibration and tests |
Range of variables
- types of safety systems include: gas detection, heat detection, fire detection, smoke detection, spill detection, leak detection, emission monitoring equipment, water quality, vibration, overspeed, BMS, radiation, pressure
- hazardous materials include: gases (chlorine, hydrogen sulfide [H2S], methane, ammonia), liquids (sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide), solids (radioactive materials)
- types of calibration instruments include: multimeters, certified calibration gases, configuration software
C-11.02 - Maintains safety systems and devices
C-11.02 - Maintains safety systems and devices
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| C-11.02.01P |
select and use test equipment and materials |
test equipment and materials are selected and usedto verify protection system or device |
| C-11.02.02P |
verify systems for proper operation using verification methods |
systems are verified for proper operation according to jurisdictional regulations and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-11.02.03P |
calibrate safety system components |
safety system components are calibrated using calibration instruments |
| C-11.02.04P |
perform routine function testing of entire safety loops |
routine function testing of entire safety loops are performed according to regulatory requirements |
Range of variables
- test equipment and materials include: ultraviolet/infrared (UV/IR) source, calibration gases, filters, smoke generators, multimeters, dosimeters
- verification methods include: bump testing, dry run, sample gas application
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-11.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of safety systems and devices, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with safety systems and devices, and their components |
| identify codes and regulations pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to safety systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of safety systems and describe their components, characteristics and applications |
| identify types of hazardous materials and impact on area hazard classification |
| describe acceptable limits according to codes for conditions |
| describe accuracy limitations of safety systems |
| describe interaction between safety systems and processes |
| C-11.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
identify applicable codes and regulations pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
| C-11.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to maintain safety systems and devices, and their components |
describe procedures used to maintain and troubleshoot safety systems and devices, and their components |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to maintain safety systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe shutdown procedures, actions and implications |
| validate certification requirements for calibration equipment |
| describe traceable process standards used in calibration and tests |
| identify types of test equipment and materials |
| C-11.02.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to calibrate safety systems and devices, and their components |
describe procedures used to calibrate safety systems, devices, and their components |
| identify types of calibration instruments |
| identify required calibrating parameters of safety systems |
Range of variables
- types of safety systems include: gas detection, heat detection, fire detection, smoke detection, spill detection, leak detection, emission monitoring equipment, water quality, vibration, overspeed, BMS, radiation, pressure
- hazardous materials include: gases (chlorine, H2S and methane, ammonia); liquids (sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide); solids (radioactive materials)
- conditions include: oxygen levels, H2S levels, radiation levels, water quality
- test equipment and materials include: UV/IR source, calibration gases, filters, smoke generators, multimeters, dosimeters
- types of calibration instruments include: multimeters, certified calibration gases, configuration software
C-11.03 - Diagnoses safety systems and devices
C-11.03 - Diagnoses safety systems and devices
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| C-11.03.01P |
select and use test equipment and materials |
test equipment and materials are selected and used according to regulatory requirements |
| C-11.03.02P |
verify operation of safety systemsand devices are within specified parameters |
operation of safety systemsand devices is verified that they are within specified parameters by using test equipment, documentation and procedures |
| C-11.03.03P |
verify documentation, manufacturers’ specifications and historical data to assist in determining probable root cause |
documentation, manufacturers’ specifications and historical data are verified to assist in determining probable root cause |
| C-11.03.04P |
analyze process information |
process information is analyzed |
| C-11.03.05P |
perform as-found recorded calibration check |
as-found recorded calibration check is performed |
| C-11.03.06P |
identify probable root cause and location of faults |
probable root cause and location of faults are identified |
| C-11.03.07P |
determine steps required to address deficiencies |
steps required to address deficiencies based on results of root cause are determined |
Range of variables
- test equipment and materials include: UV/IR source, calibration gases, filters, smoke generators, multimeters, dosimeters
- process information includes: trends and operator logs
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-11.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of safety systemsand devices, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with safety systems |
| interpret information pertaining to safety systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of safety systems and describe their components, characteristics and applications |
| identify types of hazardous materials and their impact on area hazard classification |
| describe acceptable limits according to codes for conditions |
| describe accuracy limitations of safety systems |
| describe interaction between safety systems and processes |
| C-11.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
| C-11.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose safety systems and devices and their components |
describe procedures used to diagnose safety systems and devices and their components |
| identify test equipment and materials used to diagnose safety systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to safety systems |
| C-11.03.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to calibrate safety systems and devices and their components |
describe procedures used to calibrate safety systems, devices and their components |
| identify types of calibration instruments |
| identify required calibrating parameters of safety systems |
| describe traceable process standards used in calibration and tests |
| describe certification requirements for calibration equipment |
Range of variables
- types of safety systems include: gas detection, heat detection, fire detection, smoke detection, spill detection, leak detection, emission monitoring equipment, water quality, vibration, overspeed, BMS, radiation
- hazardous materials include: gases (chlorine, H2S and methane, ammonia); liquids (sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide); solids (radioactive materials)
- conditions include: oxygen levels, H2S levels, radiation levels, water quality
- test equipment and materials include: UV/IR source, calibration gases, filters, smoke generators, multimeters, dosimeters
- types of calibration instruments include: multimeters, calibrated gases, configuration software
C-11.04 - Repairs safety systems and devices
C-11.04 - Repairs safety systems and devices
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| C-11.04.01P |
select and use tools, equipment and materials |
tools, equipment and materials are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-11.04.02P |
select replacement components |
replacement components are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-11.04.03P |
replace faulty components |
faulty components are replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-11.04.04P |
calibrate and verify operation of safety systemsand devices |
operation of safety systemsand devices are calibrated and verified according to manufacturers’ specified parameters by using test equipment and procedures |
Range of variables
- tools, equipment and materials include: multimeters, calibration gases, smoke generators
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-11.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of safety systemsand devices, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with safety systems |
| interpret information pertaining to safety systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of safety systems and describe their components, characteristics and applications |
| identify types of hazardous materials and impact on area hazard classification |
| describe acceptable limits according to codes for conditions |
| describe accuracy limitations of safety systems |
| describe interaction between safety systems and processes |
| C-11.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to safety systems and devices, and their components |
| C-11.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair safety systems and devices and their components |
describe procedures used to repair safety systems and devices and their components |
| identify tools, equipment and materials used to repair safety systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to safety systems |
| C-11.04.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to calibrate safety systems and devices and their components |
describe procedures used to calibrate safety systems and their components |
| identify types of calibration instruments |
| identify required calibrating parameters of safety systems |
| describe traceable process standards used in calibration and tests |
| describe certification requirements for calibration equipment |
Range of variables
- types of safety systems include: gas detection, heat detection, fire detection, smoke detection, spill detection, leak detection, emission monitoring equipment, water quality, vibration, overspeed, BMS, radiation
- hazardous materials include: gases (chlorine, H2S and methane, ammonia); liquids (sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide); solids (radioactive materials)
- conditions include: oxygen levels, H2S levels, radiation levels, water quality
- tools, equipment and materials include: multimeters, calibration gases, smoke generators
- types of calibration instruments include: multimeters, configuration software
Task C-12 Installs and services facility security systems (Not common core)
Task descriptor
Instrumentation and control technicians install, maintain, diagnose and repair facility security systems. Security systems are used to monitor and alarm security conditions such as intruder alerts. The proper installation and maintenance of these systems are imperative to the safety of facilities and personnel.
C-12.01 - Installs facility security systems (Not common core)
C-12.01 - Installs facility security systems (Not Common Core)
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| C-12.01.01P |
select type of security system |
type of security system is selected |
| C-12.01.02P |
determine location for security system |
location for security system is determined according to factors |
| C-12.01.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-12.01.04P |
select mounting hardware for security system and devices |
mounting hardware for security system and devices is selected |
| C-12.01.05P |
mount and connect security system components |
security system components are mounted and connected according to industry practices, manufacturers’ specifications, engineered designs and codes |
| C-12.01.06P |
configure and program security system |
security system is configured and programmed according to manufacturers’ specifications and engineered designs |
| C-12.01.07P |
verify operation of security system within specified parameters |
operation of security system within specified parameters is verified by using test equipment and procedures |
| C-12.01.08P |
back up and document system configuration |
configuration settings are backed up and documented for future data recovery |
Range of variables
- security systems include: closed-circuit television (CCTV), radio frequency identification (RFID) scanner, intrusion alarm, video recorder, card readers, process security camera, personnel tracking systems, computing device, firewall, password protection
- factors include: environmental conditions, ambient temperature, engineered designs, regulations
- components include: cables, cameras, network switches, gateways, media converters, wireless devices
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-12.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of security systems, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with security systems and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to security systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of security systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to security systems and their components |
| C-12.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to security systems and devices, and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to security systems and devices, and their components |
| C-12.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install and configure security systems and devices, and their components |
describe procedures used to install security systems and devices, and their components |
| describe procedures used to configure security systems and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to install security systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe installation requirements |
Range of variables
- security systems include: CCTV, RFID scanner, intrusion alarm, video recorder, card readers, process security camera, personnel tracking systems, computing device, firewall, password protection
- components include: cables, cameras, network switches, gateways, media converters, wireless devices
- installation requirements include: ambient temperature, location, environmental conditions
C-12.02 - Maintains facility security systems (Not common core)
C-12.02 - Maintains facility security systems (Not Common Core)
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| C-12.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-12.02.02P |
inspect security system components |
security system components are inspected |
| C-12.02.03P |
verify security system operation |
security system operation is verified according to jurisdictional regulations and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-12.02.04P |
clean security system components |
security system components are cleaned |
Range of variables
- security systems include: CCTV, RFID scanners, intrusion alarm, video recorder, card readers, process security camera, personnel tracking systems, computing device, firewall, password protection
- components include: cables, cameras, network switches, gateways, media converters, wireless devices
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-12.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of security systems, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with security systems and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to security systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of security systems and their components and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to security systems and their components |
| C-12.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to security systems and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to security systems and their components |
| C-12.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to maintain security systems and their components |
describe procedures used to maintain security systems and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to maintain security systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to clean security system components |
Range of variables
- security systems include: CCTV, RFID scanners, intrusion alarm, video recorder, card readers, process security camera, personnel tracking systems, computing device, firewall, password protection
- components include: cables, cameras, network switches, gateways, media converters, wireless devices
C-12.03 - Diagnoses facility security systems (Not common core)
C-12.03 - Diagnoses facility security systems (Not Common Core)
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| C-12.03.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-12.03.02P |
select and use diagnostic software to determine system faults |
diagnostic software is selected and used to determine system faults |
| C-12.03.03P |
determine probable root cause and location of faults |
probable root cause and location of faults are determined |
| C-12.03.04P |
determine steps required to address deficiencies |
steps required to address deficiencies based on results of probable root cause analysis are determined |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: multimeters, hand‑held monitors
- deficiencies include: faulty power supply, damaged camera lens
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-12.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of security systems, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with security systems and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to security systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of security systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to security systems and their components |
| C-12.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to security systems and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to security systems and their components |
| C-12.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose security systems and their components |
describe procedures used to diagnose security systems and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to diagnose security systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
Range of variables
- security systems include: CCTV, RFID scanners, intrusion alarm, video recorder, card readers, process security camera, personnel tracking systems, computing device, firewall, password protection
- components include: cables, cameras, network switches, gateways, media converters, wireless devices
- tools and equipment include: multimeters, hand‑held monitors
C-12.04 - Repairs facility security systems (Not common core)
C-12.04 - Repairs facility security systems (Not common core)
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| C-12.04.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-12.04.02P |
select replacement components |
replacement components are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-12.04.03P |
replace faulty components and devices |
faulty components and devices are replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications and procedures |
| C-12.04.04P |
verify operation of security systems and devices are within specified parameters |
operation of security systems and devices are verified to be within specified parameters by using test equipment and manufacturers’ procedures |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: multimeters, hand‑held monitors
- components include: cables, cameras, network switches, gateways, media converters, wireless devices
- security systems include: CCTV, RFID scanners, intrusion alarm, video recorder, card readers, process security camera, personnel tracking systems, computing device, firewall, password protection
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-12.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of security systems, their components and operation |
define terminology associated with security systems |
| interpret codes and regulations pertaining to security systems |
| interpret information pertaining to security systems found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of security systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to security systems and their components |
| C-12.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to security systems and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to security systems and their components |
| C-12.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair security systems and their components |
describe procedures used to repair security systems and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to repair security systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| identify types of test equipment used to verify operation of security systems and their components |
Range of variables
- security systems include: CCTV, RFID scanners, intrusion alarm, video recorder, card readers, process security camera, personnel tracking systems, computing device, firewall, password protection
- components include: cables, cameras, network switches, gateways, media converters, wireless devices
- tools and equipment include: multimeters, hand‑held monitors
Task C-13 Installs and services safety instrumented systems (SIS)
Task descriptor
Instrumentation and control technicians install, configure, maintain, diagnose and repair SIS. SIS are used to reduce the risk and eliminate the likelihood of a previously identified safety, health and environmental event ranging from minor equipment damage to the uncontrollable release of energy or material. The ultimate goal is to bring the process to a safe state in a timely manner.
The proper installation and maintenance of these systems are imperative to the safety of facilities, personnel and environment.
C-13.01 - Installs SIS
C-13.01 - Installs SIS
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| C-13.01.01P |
identify hazardous condition of process |
hazardous condition of process is identified |
| C-13.01.02P |
label SIS components |
SIS components are labelled due to importance of dedicated purpose |
| C-13.01.03P |
verify accuracy and operation of SIS components |
accuracy and operation of SIS components are verified according to specifications |
| C-13.01.04P |
select mounting hardware for system and SIS components |
mounting hardware for system and SIS components are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications and engineered designs |
| C-13.01.05P |
verify and determine location of SIS components |
location of SIS components is verified and determined to ensure process can be brought to a safe state |
| C-13.01.06P |
position and mount SIS components independently from process control components |
SIS components are positioned and mounted independently from process control components according to industry practices, engineered designs, manufacturers’ specifications and codes |
| C-13.01.07P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-13.01.08P |
verify operation of SIS and components are within specified parameters |
operation of SIS and components are within specified parameters by using test equipment, documentation and established procedures |
| C-13.01.09P |
back up and document configuration settings for future data recovery |
configuration settings are backed up and documented for future data recovery |
Range of variables
- hazardous conditions include: high pressure, low pressure, high level, low level, high temperature, low temperature, flow, fire, gas emissions
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- tools and equipment include: stop watches, high accuracy process calibrators, special measurement devices
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-13.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of SIS, their components, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with SIS and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to SIS found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of SIS and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe purpose and operation of SIS and their components |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to SIS and their components |
| C-13.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to SIS and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to SIS and their components |
| C-13.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install SIS and their components |
describe procedures used to select and install SIS and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to install SIS and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to back up and document SIS configuration settings |
| describe installation requirements |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- purpose and operation of SIS and their components include: layers of protectionanalysis (LOPA), safety integrity level (SIL), safety instrumented functions (SIF)
- tools and equipment include: stop watches, high accuracy process calibrators, special measurement devices
- installation requirements include: ambient temperature, location, environmental conditions
C-13.02 - Configures SIS
C-13.02 - Configures SIS
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-13.02.01P |
select and use tools, equipment and software |
tools, equipment and software are selected and used according to manufacturers’ recommendations |
| C-13.02.02P |
update firmware |
firmware is updated |
| C-13.02.03P |
upload and download SIS controller programs |
SIS controller programs are uploaded and downloaded |
| C-13.02.04P |
program and verify SIS controllers and input/output (I/O) devices |
SIS controllers and I/O devices are programmed and verified to achieve safe state according to factors |
| C-13.02.05P |
configure external communication with other systems and devices |
external communication with other systems and devices are configured |
| C-13.02.06P |
back up and document programming, configuration and parameters |
configuration and parameters are backed up and documented for future data recovery according to site specifications and standards |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- factors include: predetermined hazardous conditions, codes, manufacturers’ specifications, company and industry standards
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-13.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of SIS, their components, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with SIS and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to SIS found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of SIS and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe purpose and operation of SIS and their components |
| describe difference in commissioning and testing SIS versus other basic process control systems |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to SIS and their components |
| C-13.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to SIS and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to SIS and their components |
| C-13.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to configure SIS and their components |
describe procedures used to configure SIS and their components |
| identify tools, equipment and software relating to SIS, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| identify types of programming languages used to configure SIS |
| describe voting structures |
| describe procedures used to back up and document SIS programming, configuration and parameters |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- purpose and operation of SIS and their components include: LOPA, SIL, SIF
- programming languages include: function block diagram (FBD), sequential function chart (SFC), ladder logic, Boolean, structured text (ST)
- voting structures include: 1 out of 1, 1 out of 1D, 1 out of 2, 1 out of 2D, 2 out of 2, 2 out of 3
C-13.03 - Maintains SIS
C-13.03 - Maintains SIS
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Skills
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| C-13.03.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-13.03.02P |
visually inspect system components for faults |
system components are visually inspected for faults |
| C-13.03.03P |
perform self-diagnostics, observe alarm indicators and interpret results |
self-diagnostics are performed, alarm indicators are observed, and results are interpreted |
| C-13.03.04P |
perform function checks of components for factors |
function checks of components are performed for factors |
| C-13.03.05P |
perform routine function testing of SIS |
routine function testing of SIS is performed |
| C-13.03.06P |
back up and document programming, configuration and parameters for future data recovery |
configuration and parameters are backed up and documented for future data recovery according to site specifications and standards |
Range of variables
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- factors include: response times, operation of power supplies, set points
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-13.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of SIS, their components, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with SIS and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to SIS found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of SIS and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe purpose and operation of SIS and their components |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to SIS |
| C-13.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to SIS and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to SIS and their components |
| C-13.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to maintain SIS and their components |
describe procedures used to maintain SIS and their components |
| describe maintenance requirements |
| identify tools and equipment used to maintain SIS and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to configure SIS and their components |
| identify types of programming languages used to configure SIS |
| describe SIL levels |
| describe voting structures |
| describe procedures used to back up and document SIS programming, configuration and parameters |
| describe importance of documentation when making changes and performing routine maintenance and testing |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- purpose and operation of SIS and their components include: LOPA, SIL, SIF
- maintenance requirements include: partial close times, valve close times, partial stroke testing
- programming languages include: FBD, SFC, ladder logic, Boolean, ST
- voting structures include: 1 out of 1, 1 out of 1D, 1 out of 2, 1 out of 2D, 2 out of 2, 2 out of 3
C-13.04 - Diagnoses SIS
C-13.04 - Diagnoses SIS
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Skills
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| C-13.04.01P |
select and use diagnostic tools and equipment, documentation and procedures |
diagnostic tools and equipment, documentation and procedures are selected and used |
| C-13.04.02P |
verify operation and configuration of SIS are within specified parameters |
operation and configuration of SIS are verified to be within specified parameters by using test equipment and procedures |
| C-13.04.03P |
check SIS operations |
SIS operations are checked to identify network and communication problems |
| C-13.04.04P |
perform function checks of components for factors |
function checks of components are performed for factors |
| C-13.04.05P |
perform self-diagnostics, observe alarm indicators and interpret results |
self-diagnostics are performed, alarm indicators are observed, and results are interpreted |
| C-13.04.06P |
analyze process information |
process information is analyzed |
| C-13.04.07P |
identify probable root cause and location of faults |
probable root cause and location of faults are identified |
| C-13.04.08P |
determine steps required to address deficiencies |
steps required to address deficiencies based on results of root cause are determined |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- factors include: response times, operation of power supplies, set points
- process information includes: trends, operator logs
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-13.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of SIS, their components, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with SIS and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to SIS found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of SIS and their components,and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe purpose and operation of SIS and their components |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to SIS |
| C-13.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to SIS and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to SIS and their components |
| C-13.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to diagnose SIS and their components |
describe procedures used to diagnose SIS and their components |
| identify diagnostic tools and equipment used to diagnose SIS and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe SIL levels |
| describe voting structures |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- purpose and operation of SIS and their components include: LOPA, SIL, SIF
- voting structures include: 1 out of 1, 1 out of 1D, 1 out of 2, 1 out of 2D, 2 out of 2, 2 out of 3
C-13.05 - Repairs SIS
C-13.05 - Repairs SIS
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Skills
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| C-13.05.01P |
select and use repair tools, equipment and software |
repair tools, equipment and software are selected and used according to industry standards and practices |
| C-13.05.02P |
replace defective SIS components |
defective SIS components are replaced according to job procedures, documentation and manufacturers’ recommendations |
| C-13.05.03P |
restore program and configuration from backup |
program and configuration are restored from backup |
| C-13.05.04P |
select SIS replacement parts |
SIS replacement parts are selected according to existing component specifications and SIF documentation |
| C-13.05.05P |
perform function checks of repaired/replaced components for factors |
function checks of repaired/replaced components are performed for factors |
| C-13.05.06P |
back up and document programming, configuration and parameters for future data recovery |
configuration and parameters are backed up and documented for future data recovery according to site specifications and standards |
| C-13.05.07P |
identify impact to processes for component to be repaired when working on SIS |
impact to processes for component to be repaired is identified when working on SIS |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- factors include: response times, operation of power supplies, set points
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| C-13.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of SIS, their components, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with SIS and their components |
| interpret codes and regulations pertaining to SIS and their components |
| interpret information pertaining to SIS found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of SIS and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe purpose and operation of SIS and their components |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to SIS |
| C-13.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to SIS and their components |
interpret codes and regulations pertaining to SIS and their components |
| C-13.05.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to repair SIS and their components |
describe procedures used to repair SIS and their components |
| identify tools, equipment and software used to repair SIS and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to configure SIS and their components |
| identify types of programming languages used to configure SIS |
| describe SIL levels |
| describe voting structures |
| describe procedures used to back up and document SIS programming, configuration and parameters |
| describe importance of documentation when performing repairs |
Range of variables
- SIS include: alarming, emergency stop monitoring, safety sensors and devices
- components include: valves, transmitters, controllers, switches
- purpose and operation of SIS and their components include: LOPA, SIL, SIF
- programming languages include: FBD, SFC, ladder logic, Boolean, ST
- voting structures include: 1 out of 1, 1 out of 1D, 1 out of 2, 1 out of 2D, 2 out of 2, 2 out of 3