This workflow provides the basic, high-level steps for using this module. The steps and links in this workflow do not necessarily reference every possible procedure. For more procedures, see the links in the Related Information section.
Conducting an SIL analysis includes completing the following steps:
Create an SIL Analysis, to store the details of the SIL analysis that you want to perform, including the start and end dates for the analysis.
Define the logic solvers that will monitor the process associated with the instrumented functions and protective instrument loops within the SIL analysis.
Perform SIL Assessment to determine the target SIL value for each instrumented function in the analysis.
Perform SIL Verification by creating a Protective Instrument Loop and defining its elements. GE Digital APM then performs the SIL calculations for the loop, and allows you to verify if the target SIL is achieved.
Perform SIl Validation to ensure that the system is functioning to the standards for which it is designed.
Propose a Recommendation. Recommendations can be used strategically to propose an action that will mitigate a risk that has been assessed, or tactically to alert another user or create a work request to resolve an issue.