Safety Valves
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| Course Date: | Thursday 8th October 2026 |
| Location: | Banbury |
| Programme: | 1 day duration: 9.00 am start - 5pm finish |
| Price: | £730 + vat (per person) |
| BVAA Member Price: | £440 + vat (per person) |
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Course Brief
This 1-day course is designed as a comprehensive introduction to safety valves. This course explains why there is a need for safety valves and the associated regulatory requirements. How safety valves function and how to size and select the correct valve for given duties and specifications. The course employs lectures, demonstrations and problem solving sessions.
Course Objectives
- Learn the main types and operating characteristics of safety valves
- Be able to select and specify the correct safety valve for a given application
- Be aware of legislation covering pressure equipment and safety valves - Receive a full course manual as a permanent record
Who Should Attend
This training course is designed for engineers who use/select and for Technicians who install/service these safety devices. Managers with responsibility for plant and equipment would find an appreciation of the subject and the issues involved useful.
Course Presenter:
- Jason Irwin has worked for major manufacturers in the Safety Relief Valve Industry for over 30 years, covering various different roles. He started his career in technical sales, specialising in the project business for North Sea he developed a detailed understanding of the codes, standards, applications and metallurgy specific to safety valve installations.
His career has taken him all over the world, including secondments in USA, The Netherlands and France undertaking project, technical internal & external sales roles. Latterly as regional sales manager for EMEA & Russia, Jason travelled extensively spending, much of his time providing technical assistance & training to end users, EPC contractors, sales representatives and valve maintenance professionals. Currently working as Sales & Operations Director in UK, Jason now oversees sales & operations, including the training arm of a major PSV manufacturer.
Course Materials: Delegates receive a free copy of the NEW Safety Valves Manual (published 2023).
| Address: | British Valve & Actuator Association 1A Banbury Office Village Noral Way Banbury OX16 2SB United Kingdom |
| Telephone: | 01295 221270 |
How to find us
- Exit M40 at Junction 11, Banbury (A422/A361).
- Follow Hennef way to the Tesco roundabout
- At that roundabout take the 3rd exit onto Southam Road (A423)
- Enter the roundabout – take the 3rd exit onto Noral Way
- Take the first left turn into Banbury Office Village
- Park in visitor parking for BVAA
Please note that parking is very limited, and ensure you park in the allocated visitor spaces for the BVAA, 1A.
Jason Irwin
Course Lecturer
Jason has worked for major manufacturers in the Safety Relief Valve Industry for over 30 years, covering various different roles. He started his career in technical sales, specialising in the project business for North Sea he developed a detailed understanding of the codes, standards, applications and metallurgy specific to safety valve installations. His career has taken him all over the world, including secondments in USA, The Netherlands and France undertaking project, technical internal & external sales roles. Latterly as regional sales manager for EMEA & Russia, Jason travelled extensively spending, much of his time providing technical assistance & training to end users, EPC contractors, sales representatives and valve maintenance professionals. Currently working as Sales & Operations Director in UK, Jason now oversees sales & operations, including the training arm of a major PSV manufacturer.
Classroom based training
Our one-day classroom-based courses will follow a similar format:
- Offices open from 8.30am onwards
- The course will start at 9.00am prompt
- There will be a break for lunch, usually 12.30pm - 1.00pm
- Each course will finish at 5.00pm at the latest
We provide a buffet lunch and would be grateful if you could inform us if you have any dietary restrictions or preferences on booking.
Course Materials
Full notes and course materials are supplied. Delegates will also receive a BVAA Manual specific to the course they attend.
Accessibility
Our training facility is on the first floor, with no wheelchair access. On both the ground floor and first floor we have an accessible toilet.
If you have any questions, or would like to discuss your specific requirements before your visit, please contact us on 01295 221270 or email enquiry@bvaa.org.uk.
Where to stay
Premier Inn, Castle Quay, Banbury, OX16 5UN
Tel: 0330 175 9013
Website: https://www.premierinn.com/
Parking: Chargeable off-site parking is available at Castle Quay Shopping Centre (OX16 5UN).
Premier Inn, Stroud Park, Ermont Way, Banbury, OX16 4AE
Tel: 0333 321 9439
Website: https://www.premierinn.com/
Parking is limited at our offices, so if you are staying at a local hotel with your colleagues, it may be worth considering a taxi to Banbury Office Village (OX16 2SB).
Need a taxi?
Royal Cars Banbury
Tel: 01295 255555
Website: https://www.royalcarsbanbury.co.uk/
Castle Cars Ltd
Tel: 01295 270011
Website: https://www.castlecarsbanbury.co.uk/
Online Courses
When participating in an online course, you should ensure that you have the hardware and software required in place. You must have an Internet-connected computer with:
- Audio capability - you will need to hear our trainer and be heard.
- Microsoft Teams - all online courses are delivered via Microsoft Teams.
Training Course Cancellation Policy
Delegate cancellations more than 14 days before the course date will normally receive a full refund or credit. Cancellations within 14 days are non-refundable. Â Delegate substitutions are permitted up to 48 hours before course commencement. BVAA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses. In such cases, a full refund or transfer will be offered.
Acknowledgement - By booking a BVAA training course, the delegate (and/or the booking organisation) confirms that they have read, understood, and accepted this Training Course Cancellation Policy.
Disclaimer
The publishers endeavour to ensure the accuracy of the contents of BVAA Training materials. However, the publishers do not warrant the accuracy and completeness of the material and cannot accept responsibility for any error and subsequent claims made by any third parties.
The contents of BVAA Training materials should not be construed as professional advice and the publishers disclaim liability for any loss, howsoever caused, arising directly or indirectly from reliance on the information in the material.
Copyright
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BVAA TRAINING COURSE CANCELLATION POLICY
1. Delegate Cancellation
If a delegate is unable to attend a booked BVAA training course, the following terms apply:
- Cancellations received more than 14 days before the course date - A full refund will normally be issued, or (if preferred) the booking fee may be credited against the next scheduled BVAA training course.
- Cancellations received 14 days or fewer before the course date - No refund will normally be available, as event costs will already have been committed and cannot reasonably be recovered, to avoid these costs being passed on to other members.
- Non‑attendance without prior notice - No refund will be given.
2. Delegate Substitution
- A booked delegate may be substituted, at no additional cost, up to 48 hours before course commencement.
- BVAA must be notified in advance of the substitute’s name and contact details.
3. Exceptional Circumstances
- BVAA recognises that exceptional circumstances can arise.
- Requests for refunds or credits outside the terms above will be considered fairly and reasonably at BVAA’s discretion, but cannot be guaranteed.
4. Course Cancellation or Changes by BVAA
- BVAA reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or reschedule a training course where necessary (for example due to low delegate numbers, instructor availability, or unforeseen circumstances).
- In the event that BVAA cancels a course, delegates will be offered:
- a full refund where possible, or
- the option to transfer their booking to a rescheduled or alternative course.
- BVAA cannot accept liability for travel, accommodation, or other associated costs incurred by delegates.
5. Refund Method
- Any refunds due will be made to the original payer, using the original payment method where possible.
Acknowledgement
By booking a BVAA training course, the delegate (and/or the booking organisation) will be required to confirm that they have read, understood, and accepted this Training Course Cancellation Policy. These terms apply to all bookings, whether made by individuals or organisations.
