BS 6739:2009 Code of practice for instrumentation in process control systems: installation design and practice
BS 6739:2009 gives recommendations for, and guidance on, the design for the installation of instrumentation of measurement and control systems in the process industry, and the implementation and commissioning of this installation. It is intended to be used as a manual of good practice on the site and also to assist those who design the installation.
This is a full revision of the standard, and introduces the following principal changes:
existing recommendations brought up to date to reflect changes in workplace practice and technology
new recommendations added to take into account technology introduced since 1986
guidance on legislation brought up to date to reflect regulations and directives introduced since 1986.
BS 6739 contains guidance on:
Normative references
Terms, definitions and abbreviations
Personnel safety
Instrumentation in hazardous areas
Documentation
Process sensors and measuring devices
Communication
Pollution prevention and control
Regulating devices
Pneumatic and hydraulic supply systems
Safety‑related instrumentation
Control room, associated equipment rooms and electronic systems
Instrument piping and tubing
Instrument cabling
Earthing
Electrical power supply systems
Installation
Testing and verification
Commissioning and acceptance.
BS 6739:2009 supersedes BS 6739:1986, which is withdrawn.