Oil & Gas Risk Management Training (PSV & Flare) in San Francisco

Oil & Gas Risk Management Training (PSV & Flare) in San Francisco, USA

Participants will learn how safety risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated in hydrocarbon processing facilities, and how relief and flare systems function as critical safeguards against overpressure and catastrophic events.

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Oil & Gas Risk Management Training (PSV & Flare) is a professional training program delivered by ProgNXT in San Francisco, USA. ProgNXT, a globally recognized corporate training provider in 55+ countries, offers this Oil & Gas Risk Management Training (PSV & Flare) course with hands-on, instructor-led sessions. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Safety Risk Management and Pressure Relief Systems, with a strong focus on...

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Course Code: AFS28
14 Hrs
Last Updated: April 2026

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This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Safety Risk Management and Pressure Relief Systems, with a strong focus on Pressure Safety Valves (PSVs) and Flare Systems used in the Oil & Gas industry.

Participants will learn how safety risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated in hydrocarbon processing facilities, and how relief and flare systems function as critical safeguards against overpressure and catastrophic events.

The course combines process safety concepts, industry standards (API, ASME), and practical engineering scenarios to help participants understand how PSVs and flare systems are designed, operated, and integrated into overall plant safety systems.

Welcome to the official Oil & Gas Risk Management Training (PSV & Flare) certification program in San Francisco, USA. This comprehensive training is designed to elevate your professional skills and provide you with practical, industry-relevant knowledge locally. As a globally recognized corporate training provider operating in 55+ countries, ProgNXT ensures that our curriculum meets the highest standards of excellence.

Whether you are looking to upskill your team or advance your personal career, our expert-led sessions will guide you through the core concepts of this domain. Upon successful completion of the 14 Hrs program, participants will receive a globally accepted certification, demonstrating their proficiency and readiness to tackle complex challenges in the field.

Basic understanding of engineering principles (mechanical, chemical, or process)
Familiarity with Oil & Gas / process plant operations is helpful but not mandatory
Ability to understand P&IDs and basic process flow diagrams (recommended)
No prior experience with PSV or flare design software is required

Suitable for beginners to early-career professionals in process safety and plant engineering.

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

Recognize common overpressure causes in Oil & Gas facilities
Select appropriate pressure relief devices for typical scenarios
Understand PSV sizing concepts, back pressure effects, and installation practices
Explain the design philosophy of flare systems and their role in emergency situations
Link risk assessment studies (HAZOP/LOPA) to relief and flare system design
Improve safety decision-making related to pressure protection and emergency relief

After completing this course, participants will gain the ability to:

Identify process safety hazards and overpressure scenarios
Understand and apply risk management techniques such as HAZOP and LOPA
Explain the function, types, and operation of PSVs
Interpret key API 520 / API 521 requirements for relief and flare systems
Understand flare system components, configuration, and safety considerations
Integrate PSV and flare systems with overall plant risk reduction strategies
Communicate effectively with process safety, operations, and HSE teams

Participant understanding may be evaluated through quizzes, case discussions, or short assessments covering:

Fundamentals of process safety and risk management
Hazard identification and overpressure scenarios
Risk assessment methods (HAZOP, LOPA, risk matrix)
Types, components, and working principles of PSVs
PSV design concepts: set pressure, accumulation, back pressure
Basics of API 520 / API 521 requirements
Flare system components and operational philosophy
Safety and environmental considerations in flare systems
Practical Oil & Gas–based case studies

ProgNXT Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who complete the course and pass the evaluations.

Safety Risk Management & Fundamentals of Relief Systems

Introduction to Process Safety & Risk Management

Overview of Process Safety vs Occupational Safety
Major Industrial Accidents (Bhopal, Texas City, Piper Alpha – lessons learned)
Regulatory Frameworks:

OSHA PSM
API, ASME, ISO standards

Role of Risk Management in Chemical & Process Industries

Safety Risk Management Techniques

Hazard Identification (HAZID)
Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) – methodology & examples
Risk Assessment Methods:

Qualitative vs Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)
Risk Matrix & Risk Ranking

Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
ALARP Principle

Introduction to Pressure Relief Systems

Purpose of Pressure Relief Systems
Overpressure Scenarios:

Blocked outlet
Fire exposure
Thermal expansion
Control valve failure

Codes & Standards:

API 520 / 521
ASME Section VIII

Types of Relief Devices:

Pressure Safety Valves (PSV)
Rupture Discs
Safety Relief Valves (SRV)

Relief System Design Basics

Key Design Parameters:

Set pressure
Accumulation
Blowdown

Relief Load Determination (conceptual)
Single vs Multiple Relief Devices
Common Design Mistakes & Best Practices

PSV Design, Flare Systems & Practical Applications

Pressure Safety Valves (PSV) – Detailed Study

PSV Components & Working Principle
Types of PSVs:

Conventional
Balanced Bellows
Pilot Operated PSV

PSV Sizing Basics (API 520 overview)
Back Pressure Effects:

Superimposed vs Built-up back pressure

PSV Installation Guidelines

PSV Operation, Testing & Maintenance

PSV Certification & Code Compliance
Testing & Inspection Intervals
Common PSV Failures & Troubleshooting
PSV Documentation & Tagging
Case Studies of PSV Failure Incidents

Flare Systems – Fundamentals

Purpose of Flare Systems in Process Plants
Types of Flares:

Elevated Flare
Ground Flare
Enclosed Flare

Flare System Components:

Knockout Drum
Seal Drum
Flare Stack
Flare Tip

API 521 Design Philosophy

Flare System Design & Safety Considerations

Flare Load Estimation (steady & emergency scenarios)
Radiation & Dispersion Considerations
Noise & Environmental Aspects
Flare System Integration with PSV Network
Common Design & Operational Issues

Practical Case Studies & Risk Integration

Case Study
Integrating PSV & Flare Systems with HAZOP & LOPA
Risk Reduction through Proper Relief Design
Discussion on Real-World Industry Scenarios

Course Wrap-Up & Assessment

Key Takeaways & Best Practices
Short Knowledge Assessment / Quiz
Open Q&A Session
Certificate of Completion

Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.

Participants will be evaluated based on: Daily quizzes, mock questions and query resolution. Group Discussion and Case Study Discussion. Assessment will be through hands-on labs, quizzes, and a hands-on exercises.

ProgNXT Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who complete the course and pass the evaluations.

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