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PSV Fundamentals and PSV Test Bench Operations

Ensuring Safe Operations through Best Practices in Relief Systems

PSV Fundamentals and PSV Test Bench Operations
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

08-12 Dec 2025
Dubai
$5,950
17-21 Aug 2026
Dubai
$5,950
07-11 Dec 2026
Dubai
$5,950

ONLINE

30 Mar-03 Apr 2026
Online
$3,950
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

Training Overview

Training Overview

Pressure Safety Valves (PSVs) are essential safety components designed to prevent equipment failures caused by overpressure, thereby protecting both human lives and industrial infrastructure. Due to their critical function, it is vital that engineers and maintenance personnel possess a comprehensive understanding of PSV selection, sizing, installation, and routine testing to comply with strict operational and regulatory requirements. The PSV Fundamentals and PSV Test Bench Operations training course offers an in-depth combination of design principles, industry standards (API, ASME, ISO), and hands-on test bench procedures. Participants will receive guided, step-by-step training in PSV calibration, lift testing, and proper documentation, ensuring valves operate precisely as required under real-world conditions. Gaining expertise in these areas enables teams to improve plant reliability, fulfill compliance audits, and significantly mitigate safety hazards.

What are the goals?

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand PSV roles, sizing calculations, and types
  • Apply global standards (API, ASME, ISO) to PSV management
  • Perform installation checks and troubleshoot common issues
  • Conduct PSV calibration and test bench operations
  • Prepare thorough documentation for audits and compliance

Who is this Training Course for?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Mechanical & process engineers
  • Maintenance & reliability engineers
  • Safety and HSE officers
  • Quality control and inspection teams
  • Valve service technicians

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The facilitator will provide interactive presentation that incorporates slides, videos, group discussion, and practical exercises to examine all aspects of the topic.

The Course Content

Day One: Introduction to Pressure Safety Valves
  • Role in process safety & typical applications
  • Types: conventional, balanced bellows, pilot-operated
  • PSV sizing basics and backpressure effects
  • Group calculation exercises
Day Two: Codes, Standards, and Installation
  • API 520/526, ASME VIII, ISO 4126 overview
  • Correct installation practices to avoid chatter & blowdown issues
  • Managing cold differential test pressures
  • Workshop: reviewing real plant layouts
Day Three: Common Faults and Maintenance
  • Causes of PSV leakage, seat damage, and flutter
  • Developing PM programs for PSVs
  • Troubleshooting case studies
Day Four: PSV Test Bench Operations
  • Introduction to calibration rigs and test equipment
  • Step-by-step on test bench setup and blowdown recording
  • Demonstration of lift tests, seat tightness, and set pressure verification
Day Five: Compliance, Documentation, and Wrap-Up
  • Test reports and audit-ready documentation
  • Preparing for regulatory inspections
  • Group simulation: design a PSV maintenance & testing program

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Anderson
Aztech Training
Aztech Training
COPEX
COPEX