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TÜV NORD supports healthcare facilities and companies with independent testing, certification, consulting, and digital solutions. Our expertise ranges from hygiene and quality management to occupational safety and the certification of medical devices. For all companies and institutions, we offer comprehensive measures to promote both physical and mental health.

Our services for the healthcare sector

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Safety, quality and progress in healthcare: TÜV NORD supports you throughout

Healthcare is complex, highly regulated, and at the same time fast-moving. Whether in inpatient care, outpatient services, nursing facilities, or medical device manufacturing, all stakeholders face the challenge of maintaining the highest quality standards while continuing to innovate.

TÜV NORD supports you with a comprehensive range of services: from certifications in quality and risk management to testing of medical devices and digital health applications, as well as occupational safety, hygiene audits, and sustainability. Our portfolio is complemented by expertise in occupational, health, and emergency psychology – promoting the mental well-being of employees in demanding work environments.

Our experts understand the industry-specific requirements and work with you in a collaborative manner to develop solutions that are legally compliant, practical, and future-proof. With TÜV NORD by your side, you strengthen trust in your organization – for patients, employees, and partners.

All services for the healthcare sector

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Asbestos on fire dampers

It is a challenge to operate buildings safely which are equipped with asbestos-containing fire dampers. This includes buildings like hospitals, clinics, hotels, power stations, office and shopping centers, schools, and universities. We analyse and assess your fire dampers for asbestos.

Biotechnological safety

Testing of isolators and safety cabinets in accordance with the Product Safety Act

Building acoustics

TÜV NORD Umweltschutz is a noise control testing facility for building acoustics and offers measurements and investigations of the building acoustics. Rely on our expertise to acoustically optimise your buildings.

Certification of data centers according to TSI, EN 50600, or ISO/IEC 22237

The certification of data centers according to TSI, EN 50600, or ISO/IEC 22237 by TÜV NORD guarantees availability, security, and resilience. Since 2002, over 1,000 projects have been successfully completed, making certified data centers a reliable benchmark in Germany and internationally and creating trust among third-party users.

Certification of technical control centers according to TSA.STANDARD

The certification of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers in accordance with TSA.STANDARD or EN 50518 by TÜV NORD guarantees maximum reliability. It provides objective proof of the effective implementation of technical, operational, and organizational requirements, including process control and plant monitoring centers, for precise control and monitoring.

Commissioning of data centers

TÜV NORD's commissioning of data centers includes integration tests that ensure the proper functioning of critical infrastructure such as power supply, climate control, and security systems. As a neutral third party, TÜV NORD provides quality assurance to ensure trouble-free operation and verify system interactions.

Conformity assessment and GAP analysis of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers

TÜV NORD's conformity assessment and GAP analysis of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers identifies risks and potential for improvement. It provides a snapshot of the current level of security and optimally prepares you for certification according to EN 50518 or TSA.STANDARD.

Conformity assessment of data centers

TÜV NORD's conformity assessment of data centers ensures physical security and availability through standards such as TSI, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237. These provide comprehensive requirements definitions for power supply, climate control, building construction, and security systems, enabling companies to demand quality guarantees from colocation providers.

Design Assesment of data centers

TÜV NORD's planning assessment of data centers ensures compliance with standards such as TSI.STANDARD, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237. Early review of the draft design allows for corrections to be made in the event of deviations, ensuring high availability classes and optimal structural and technical measures.

DIN EN ISO 13485 certification according to KRINKO/BfArM

We conduct certification according to DIN EN ISO 13485 in compliance with KRINKO/BfArM recommendations, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the reprocessing of medical devices.

Document management systems: Examination & certification PK-DML

TÜV NORD offers testing and certification of document management systems (DML) to ensure audit-proof archiving. We examine technical and organizational aspects to meet legal requirements such as unalterable archiving and process traceability.

The TSA.STANDARD certification from TÜV NORD ensures maximum reliability for alarm receiving centers and technical control centers in accordance with DIN EN 50518. It confirms the effective implementation of technical, operational, and organizational requirements for the reliable reception and processing of emergency calls and alarm signals 24/7.

The European standard EN 50600 provides comprehensive guidelines for the planning, construction, and operation of data centers, focusing on power supply, air conditioning, and security infrastructure. TÜV NORD experts support you in designing your data center to be future-proof and state-of-the-art.

Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

Industrial noise

As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers reliable noise measurements and noise forecasts on industrial plants. Trust our long-standing experience to reliably meet legal noise protection requirements.

ISO 27001 Certification

The ISO/IEC 27001 standard defines criteria for an effective information security management system (ISMS) that ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. TÜV NORD offers customized audits for certification to ensure trust and continuous improvement.

ISO 27701 Certification

ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 to include data protection aspects by ensuring the privacy of others is protected. TÜV NORD has been accredited since 2022 to certify companies to both ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 and offers comprehensive information security and data protection solutions.

The international standard ISO/IEC 22237 provides comprehensive guidance on the planning, construction, and operation of data centers to ensure their physical security and availability. TÜV NORD experts support you in planning, operating, or expanding your data center in a future-proof manner in line with the latest state of the art.

KRITIS and the IT Security Act

The IT Security Act 2.0 extends the protection of critical infrastructures (KRITIS) to include municipal waste disposal and companies of particular public interest. It lowers thresholds to oblige more organizations to increase their IT security, especially those that serve more than 500,000 people.

Location assessment of data centers

The location assessment for data centers is crucial for security. Early identification and mitigation of risks such as water, explosions, and hazardous substances are essential. The location influences the level of security, whereby potential hazards and traffic routes must be taken into account to ensure optimal conditions.

Medical Radiation Protection for Hospitals, Radiology and Practices

Medical radiation protection is a legal requirement. TÜV NORD supports you with initial inspections and recurring expert assessments in diagnostic radiology – ensuring maximum patient safety and full legal compliance.

Planning evaluation of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers

In the planning assessment of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers, TÜV NORD supports companies, operators, and planners in integrating the requirements of EN 50518 from the outset. This ensures physical security and availability, avoids costly replanning, and ensures compliance with recognized standards.

Quality Gates & Construction guidance for Data Centers

TÜV NORD offers effective construction supervision to ensure the conformity and certifiability of high-availability data centers. Up to five on-site appointments during the construction phase allow deviations to be identified and corrected at an early stage, based on standards such as TSI.STANDARD, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237, in order to avoid high costs for subsequent changes.

A sustainability report allows an organisation to communicate transparently about its environmental impact, social responsibilities, and governance practices. This builds trust among customers, investors, and other stakeholders, as they can clearly see how the organisation pursues its sustainability objectives.

Sustainability strategy & management

Organisations must integrate sustainability into their strategies and processes for the long term. This requires clear structures with defined responsibilities, measurable objectives, and actionable plans. A sustainable management system facilitates the coordination of initiatives, reduces risks, identifies opportunities early, and builds stakeholder trust through transparent communication.

TSA.STANDARD: Physical protection of alarm receiving centers/technical control centers

The TSA.STANDARD from TÜV NORD is a comprehensive catalog of criteria for the certification of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers, based on DIN EN 50518. It ensures physical security and reliability, supplemented by additional features for functional safety. Continuous further development ensures conformity with the current state of the art.

TSE.STANDARD: Energy efficiency & sustainability in data centers

The TSE.STANDARD from TÜV NORD supports data centers in implementing energy efficiency and sustainability in accordance with the Climate Neutral Data Center Pact and the Energy Efficiency Act. It offers a modular system for compliance with EU directives and ISO 50001:2018 to demonstrate CO2 neutrality and sustainable operation.

TSI.PROFESSIONAL Training

The TSI.PROFESSIONAL training course from TÜV NORD offers comprehensive insights into the planning, construction, and operation of data centers, based on the TSI methodology and the TSI.STANDARD. It covers physical security, availability, and energy efficiency, based on BSI IT-Grundschutz and standards such as DIN EN 50600.

TSI.STANDARD: Availability & Physical Protection of Data Centers

TSI.STANDARD is a methodology developed by TÜV NORD for evaluating and certifying the physical security and availability of data centers. It offers a holistic approach that takes into account the physical infrastructure, organizational processes, and documentation to ensure high availability and security of the infrastructure.

Workshops for alarm receiving centers and technical control centers

The workshop for alarm receiving centers and technical control centers provides knowledge on assessment and certification in accordance with EN 50518 and TSA.STANDARD. It introduces the TSA methodology, explains requirements and test procedures, and offers an assessment of certifiability as well as space for project-specific questions.

Workshops for Data Centers

The workshop provides an overview of security standards for data centers based on TSI.STANDARD, EN 50600, and ISO/IEC 22237. Participants receive an assessment of certifiability, clarify project-specific questions, and learn details about test procedures and requirements.