Certification
Functional Safety Verification Audits of Systems and Components in Accordance with IEC 61508
The Scope
Functional Safety Verification Audits provide independent assessment and verification of the safety integrity, reliability, and performance of safety-related electrical, electronic, and programmable electronic systems and components. The audits evaluate whether safety functions have been designed, implemented, tested, operated, and maintained in accordance with recognised functional safety requirements throughout the system lifecycle.
The service supports organisations in demonstrating compliance with functional safety requirements, reducing operational risks, and ensuring that safety-critical systems perform their intended functions under defined operating conditions.
The Standard
This service is performed in accordance with:
IEC 61508 – Functional Safety of Electrical/Electronic/Programmable Electronic Safety-Related Systems
Applicable industry-specific functional safety standards derived from IEC 61508
Relevant product, system, and safety assessment requirements
Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) methodologies and best practices
The assessment may include:
Functional safety management review
Design examination and verification
Safety lifecycle assessment
Hazard and risk analysis review
Safety Integrity Level (SIL) evaluation
Test witnessing and validation
Verification of safety requirements implementation
Independent review of technical documentation and test reports
Who Should Apply
Functional Safety Verification Audits are suitable for organisations involved in the design, manufacture, integration, operation, or maintenance of safety-related systems and components.
The service is particularly relevant for:
Railway and metro operators
Rolling stock manufacturers
Signalling and control system suppliers
Energy and utility companies
Oil & Gas operators
Process and industrial facilities
Automation and control system manufacturers
Infrastructure developers
Engineering & technology companies
Manufacturers of safety-critical equipment and components
The service is ideal for organisations seeking to demonstrate compliance with functional safety requirements, achieve independent verification of safety-related systems, reduce operational risks, improve system reliability, and enhance stakeholder confidence in safety- critical applications.