Flare and Relief Systems: Design, Simulation, and Operation

An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Flare and Relief Systems: Design, Simulation, and Operation

Ensuring Safe Pressure Relief and Emission Control in Process Facilities

UPCOMING SESSIONS

Classroom sessions
DateVenueFee
22-26 Sep 2025Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
25-29 May 2026Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
21-25 Sep 2026Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
Online sessions
DateVenueFee
04-08 Aug 2025Online$3,950RESERVE A SEAT
01-05 Dec 2025Online$3,950RESERVE A SEAT
23-27 Mar 2026Online$3,950RESERVE A SEAT
03-07 Aug 2026Online$3,950RESERVE A SEAT
30 Nov-04 Dec 2026Online$3,950RESERVE A SEAT

Training Course Overview

Flare and relief systems are crucial safety features in oil, gas, and petrochemical plants. Their main function is to manage overpressure situations by safely directing excess gases away from vital process units and releasing them in a controlled, environmentally compliant way. However, flare systems that are poorly designed or improperly operated can result in significant safety hazards, equipment damage, and regulatory breaches. The Flare and Relief Systems: Design, Simulation, and Operation training course offers engineers and technical professionals a comprehensive understanding of the principles, design factors, simulation methods, and operational approaches related to flare and pressure relief systems. Participants will gain the skills needed to assess system performance, apply mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with API, OSHA, and environmental regulations.

Training Course Objectives

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

  • Understand the role and importance of flare and relief systems in process safety
  • Design and size relief devices and flare headers based on dynamic conditions
  • Perform simulations to assess system behavior under various scenarios
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies for safe operation
  • Ensure compliance with international standards and emission limits

Designed for

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

  • Process and Safety Engineers
  • Instrumentation and Control Engineers
  • Design and Facilities Engineers
  • Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
  • HSE Professionals and Compliance Officers
  • Operations and Technical Staff involved in plant safety systems

Learning Methods

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

The Course Outline

Day One: Fundamentals of Flare and Relief Systems
  • Purpose and function of relief and flare systems
  • Types of pressure relief devices (PRVs, rupture disks, valves)
  • Introduction to flare system components and layout
  • Overview of applicable standards (API 521, ASME, OSHA, EPA)
Day Two: Relief Valve Sizing and Selection
  • Causes of overpressure and relief scenarios
  • Calculating required relief rates for different cases (fire, blocked outlet, thermal expansion)
  • Relief valve selection and set pressure determination
  • API 520 guidelines and relief system documentation
Day Three: Flare System Design and Piping Considerations
  • Flare header design: pipe sizing, pressure drop, velocity limits
  • Knockout drum sizing and configuration
  • Stack height, radiation, and dispersion considerations
  • Steam and air-assisted flares, smokeless operation
Day Four: Dynamic Simulation and System Behavior Analysis
  • Tools for modeling flare and relief systems (e.g., Aspen HYSYS Dynamics, Flarenet)
  • Dynamic simulation of pressure relief scenarios
  • Impact of simultaneous relief loads and backpressure analysis
  • System integrity and thermal effects
Day Five: Operations, Maintenance, and Environmental Compliance
  • Monitoring flare system performance
  • Maintenance and inspection requirements
  • Flaring reduction strategies and flare gas recovery systems
  • Case studies of system failures and mitigation plans

The Certificate

  • Anderson Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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