SIEMENS Safety | S7F-FH System | Safety Matrix

The SIEMENS Safety | S7F-FH System | Safety Matrix course begins by exploring the history of SIMATIC’s innovation in fail-safe solutions, emphasizing its critical role in industrial safety. We look at how the Seveso and Bhopal disasters reshaped the industry’s approach to safety, spurring major investments in the design and manufacturing of more reliable safety systems. These tragedies highlighted the need for advanced fail-safe solutions to prevent future disasters, making it clear why comprehensive safety systems are indispensable in high-risk industries today.

The course then focuses on selecting the appropriate Safety Integrity Level (SIL) based on detailed safety and process studies. Participants will learn how to assess risks, determine the correct SIL level for their processes, and verify SIL achievement through structured testing and validation. We also cover the various versions of the S7-F/FH systems, guiding you through migration strategies to ensure your safety systems remain up-to-date and fully operational during transitions. A dedicated section on hardware design for the S7-400F/FH system provides practical guidance on hardware selection, minimum requirements, and all necessary accessories for implementing a fail-safe solution.

In the next phase, you will learn how to program the S7-F/FH CPUs and seamlessly integrate them into the PCS7 system. We’ll explore fail-safe communication options, ensuring that your systems remain reliable and secure. Additionally, we’ll dive into advanced topics like Maintenance Inhibition and Safety Value Manipulation, both crucial for managing safety systems during maintenance and dynamic operational changes. The course concludes with a detailed look at the Safety Matrix, offering flexible tools that enhance your ability to manage safety solutions more efficiently and effectively in complex industrial settings.