215-12 - Safety and Relief Valves
Learning objectives
- Describe the major difference between safety valves and relief valves
- Explain the principle of operation behind a safety valve
- Explain the principle of operation behind a pilot operated safety valve
- Explain the principle of operation behind a relief valve
- Describe the use of a pilot operated relief valve
Course overview
Valves are used as safety devices to relieve excess pressures in process piping and equipment. Safety valves and relief valves are two types of specialized valves which serve this purpose. The Safety and Relief Valves training course describes the use, selection, and design of these valves. This online course is part of the Valves Selection and Maintenance Training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
