Consists of processor routines in conjunction with external hardware under PLC control. General guidelines for dynamic testing of critical inputs and outputs are described below.
- Critical Inputs
- Procedure - Disconnect inputs to Module A. Check for zero on all inputs.
- If test fails, disable inputs and generate alarm.
- If test succeeds, reconnect inputs and repeat for Module B.
- PES Files: Store results of tests.
- Critical Outputs
- Procedure - Check that Module B is energized. If B is enabled, disable Module A. Check that A outputs are deenergized (through feedback via input module).
- If test fails, disable outputs and generate alarm.
- If test succeeds, reenergize outputs and repeat for Module B.
- PES Files: Store results of tests.
