Safety head

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-003224",
  "term": "Safety head",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A pressure-activated device installed in a wellbore or flowline that is designed to rupture at a predetermined pressure, thereby relieving excessive pressure and preventing equipment failure or uncontrolled release of fluids. It acts as a sacrificial component to protect more expensive equipment from overpressure. Safety heads are typically used in conjunction with other pressure relief systems.",
  "subject": "Well Workover and Intervention",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/safety-head/"
}