Functional Safety Management

Needs-based, process-oriented quality management (QM) is essential for the product life cycle of safety-related systems and components in accordance with IEC 61508 and IEC 61511. It safeguards the product life cycle and optimises it from a business perspective. The optimal integration of IEC 61508 or IEC 61511 into an existing management system is an essential step in this process.

When safety management systems are implemented, all management activities required by IEC 61508 or IEC 61511 must be applied in new projects and in the overall operation of a technical system. If new projects are then to be defined, only a simple and concise project or QM plan will be required in future.

• Strengths and weaknesses analysis of the structural and process organisation with regard to IEC 61508 and IEC 61511
• Prioritised requirements for the management system
• Prioritised corrective and improvement measures for the management system
• Adaptation of the QM in accordance with the selected measures for safety-related systems
• Implementation of the modified management system at the core process level (based on selected projects)
• Preparation for the safety management audit in accordance with IEC 61508 or IEC 61511 (internal audits, pre-audits under the conditions of the certification procedure)
• Functional safety management audit
• on successful completion: Confirmation possible through a "Functional Safety Management" certificate in accordance with IEC 61508 or IEC 61511

The services offer support in fulfilling the duty of care and ensuring the professional application of the standard, contribute to an increase in the level of safety and help to minimise residual risks. The IEC/DIN EN 61508 standard and the other standards mentioned can be optimally integrated into existing quality management systems; the implementation of the specifications provides a reliable basis for decision-making with regard to safety structures, design procedures and tools, among other things. Development results can be verified at an early stage and development times and costs can be reduced. In addition, certification by TÜV NORD supports the company's external image and serves as a valuable differentiator in the competitive environment.