Introduction

Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) Training Course is designed to build strong competency in process safety, functional safety, and industrial automation risk reduction. This training equips engineers, technicians, and safety professionals with in-depth knowledge of IEC 61511, IEC 61508, SIL (Safety Integrity Level) assessment, hazard mitigation, and lifecycle management of safety systems used in high-risk industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, power plants, and manufacturing.

In today’s era of digital transformation, Industry 4.0, and smart process automation, SIS plays a critical role in preventing catastrophic failures, protecting human life, and ensuring asset integrity. This course provides practical exposure to LOPA (Layer of Protection Analysis), HAZOP integration, SIS design validation, proof testing strategies, and safety compliance audits, enabling learners to implement globally accepted functional safety standards in real-world industrial environments.

Programme Curriculum

Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Master Functional Safety Lifecycle Management
Understand Safety Instrumented System (SIS) architecture and design principles
Perform SIL Classification and Risk Assessment using LOPA methodology
Apply HAZOP study integration with SIS design
Develop competency in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)
Implement Emergency Shutdown (ESD) and Safety Interlocks systems
Conduct Proof Testing and Maintenance Optimization of SIS
Analyze Risk Reduction Strategies in High-Risk Industries
Ensure Compliance with Global Functional Safety Standards
Build skills in Alarm Management and Critical Safety Functions
Design Redundant and Fault-Tolerant Safety Systems
Perform SIS Validation, Verification, and Functional Testing
Strengthen expertise in Cybersecurity for Safety Instrumented Systems

Target Audience

Instrumentation and Control Engineers
Process Safety Engineers
Electrical Engineers in Oil & Gas Industry
Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Professionals
Automation and PLC Engineers
Plant Operations Supervisors
Industrial Safety Consultants

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Functional Safety & SIS

Overview of IEC 61508 & IEC 61511 standards
Safety lifecycle phases
SIS vs BPCS (Basic Process Control System)
Risk reduction concepts
Safety integrity concepts
Case Study: Refinery explosion prevention using SIS interlocks

Module 2: Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment

HAZOP methodology
Risk matrices and scenario analysis
Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
Scenario frequency estimation
Safety requirements specification
Case Study: Chemical plant toxic leakage risk assessment

Module 3: SIL Determination & Verification

SIL levels (SIL 1–4)
Risk graph method
LOPA-based SIL allocation
Independent protection layers
Safety integrity calculations
Case Study: SIL verification in offshore oil platform shutdown system

Module 4: SIS Design & Engineering

Architecture design principles
Redundancy
Sensor-logic-final element design
Fail-safe design strategies
Engineering documentation
Case Study: Gas compressor station emergency shutdown system design

Module 5: Programmable Logic Controllers in SIS

Safety PLC vs standard PLC
Logic solver programming
Diagnostic coverage techniques
System integration
Fault detection methods
Case Study: Power plant turbine trip system automation

Module 6: Proof Testing & Maintenance

Proof test intervals
Diagnostic testing methods
Failure rate analysis
Maintenance planning
Reliability-centered maintenance
Case Study: Refinery valve failure prevention through proof testing

Module 7: Validation, Verification & Compliance

SIS validation procedures
Functional safety audits
Documentation requirements
FAT & SAT procedures
Compliance reporting
Case Study: Commissioning validation of LNG terminal SIS

Module 8: Advanced Topics in SIS

Cybersecurity in SIS
Digital transformation in safety systems
Smart sensors & IIoT integration
Alarm rationalization
Emerging trends in functional safety
Case Study: Cyberattack prevention in automated chemical plant SIS

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Risk mitigation Interlock systems Safety automation Functional safety standards

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 26 2026

26 Oct — 30 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000