IEC 61508 Industrial Automation Functional Safety Training and Certification for Engineers (Level 1)

• Developers
• Testers
• Project managers
• Quality managers and safety officers who focus on the development of programmable electronic safety systems and want to carry out this development on the basis of the internationally recognized standard IEC 61508

Module 1: Introduction, definition of functional safety management, system analysis for IEC 61508

• Part 1 of IEC 61508 requires implementation of a FSM (Functional Safety Management) system to provide an organisational framework for the development of safety-relevant electronic systems.
  
• After an introduction to Functional Safety and general overview of the sector, the program presents the tasks and methods involved in safety management together with conceptual aspects.
• The main design criteria of standards and approaches for designing a functional concept and the associated system analysis are explained.
• The day concludes with an introduction to the requirements which must be fulfilled by Requirements Engineering.

Module 2: Development and evaluation of safety-relevant hardware for IEC 61508

• Module 2 explains how mathematical and analytical methods can be applied to verify hardware designs fulfilling the requirements of IEC 61508
  
• Part 2. A case study is used as the basis for a detailed explanation of the systematic approach to be used in analysis and the method of determining the necessary probabilistic safety parameters.

Module 3: Development and evaluation of safety-relevant software for IEC 61508

• Part 3 of IEC 61508 presents methods, procedures, documentation and the software safety life cycle, which must all be taken into consideration in developing safety-relevant software.
  
• Practical examples are used to introduce the principles underlying the standard and the procedures for dealing with the requirements of this part of the standard.

• Course delivered by one of TÜV SÜD's leading industry experts
• Small class sizes enhance trainer-delegate relationship
• Receive globally recognised TÜV SÜD certificate upon completion

FSCP Functional Safety Certified Persons registration IEC 61508

With our FSCP Functional Safety Certified Persons registration, you can become an expert in Functional Safety. After completing the exam, attendees receive a certificate confirming their qualification according to their chosen FSCP level and are entered in the list of certification-holders on our website.

Level 1: FS Engineer IEC 61508 (Beginner Level)

• Proof of safety project experience is not required
• It is highly recommended to participate at the corresponding TÜV SÜD training modules

If you would like to participate in the Professional or Expert examination, then please contact a member of the Academy team, who will be able to help you.

1. What is the importance of IEC 61508 in a functional safety training program?
IEC 61508 functional safety is an international standard that regulates functional safety in electrical and electronic systems consisting of hardware and software components of industrial automation safety. Compliance with IEC 61508 is crucial for OEMs and industrial automation suppliers to ensure human safety and industrial automation development.

2. What do the IEC 61508 functional safety standards specify?
IEC 61508 is a functional safety standard that provides a framework for developing electrical and electronic systems installed in the industrial automation industry. It aims to reduce possible hazards by measuring risks and determining risk classes, known as SIL levels. The standard defines the safety lifecycle from the concept phase to the decommissioning of the product or system. It tracks and mitigates risks to improve your competence.

3. Why is it important for an individual to have functional safety training in the IEC 61508 module?
The IEC 61508 Functional Safety Training and Certification Program teaches individuals the technical knowledge and practical experience to understand safety-related systems in all industry sectors. This enables individuals to take informed steps and avoid mishaps and risks, saving time and money. It also ensures high levels of employee, company, and customer satisfaction.

4. How to obtain IEC 61508 functional safety training?
TÜV SÜD UK offers IEC 61508 Functional Safety Training and Certification Programs and is globally accredited per international norms. The IEC 61508 functional safety training and certification can be obtained by joining the course and completing the course as per the modules in the stipulated time provided to the trainees.

5. Why choose TÜV SÜD for the IEC 61508 functional safety training & certification program?
TÜV SÜD is an internationally accredited testing body for IEC 61508 and is recognised as an expert in functional safety. It has a strong functional safety team with a proven track record in management and training. TÜV SÜD UK serves OEMs and industrial suppliers worldwide and is a trusted and independent partner in the industry. Their trainers support organisation's globally to improve functional safety and security projects, change management, and technology development in all industry sectors.

6. Who should attend the IEC 61508 training & personnel certification program?
Professionals interested in understanding functional safety-related electrical and electronic systems in the industrial automation industry should attend the IEC 61508 Functional Safety Training and Certification Program. The course provides practical experience in operating and controlling safety-related systems to mitigate risks and avoid errors. Attendees may include product developers, R&D professionals, engineers, system integrators, managers, sales representatives, marketing specialists, and anyone seeking IEC 61508 Functional Safety certification.

7. What are the benefits of enrolling in the IEC 61508 training and personnel certification program?
The IEC 61508 Training and Certification Program offers practical knowledge in safety-related functions and additional benefits such as enhancing efficiency through theory and practical experience, keeping employees up to date with standards and regulations to identify problems early, avoiding product recalls and loss of reputation, preventing product failures and saving time and money, and gaining a competitive edge by developing the best solutions for customers using knowledge of diverse roles in the safety lifecycle.

8. What are the course objectives for IEC 61508 Functional Safety Training & Personnel Certification?

• Gaining an IEC 61508 Functional Safety training and certification provides an upper hand in the industry.
• Helps individuals create a place for themselves in the organisation
• Ensure that you meet the demands of the business through a complete understanding of the model-based methods to develop safety-related systems in compliance with IEC 61508 standards.
• Demonstrate your know-how of functional safety with a globally recognised IEC 61508 certification and become an integral part of the official TÜV SÜD functional safety expert community.
• Gain expertise to be a functional safety engineer, professional, or expert.
• Build internal competencies to tackle functional safety projects effectively and efficiently and gain a competitive edge.

TÜV SÜD additionally offers the opportunity to deliver this training as a dedicated in-house course, delivered solely to your organisation to meet your needs and requirements. To receive a quote and find out more information, please contact us.

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Peter Wilks, Technical Trainer, Functional Safety TÜV SÜD

Peter has a degree in Electronic Engineering and a doctorate in Biomedical Engineering. He has worked for many years in the automotive sector on projects with a significant safety component. In recent years, projects have increasingly included cybersecurity and autonomous requirements. In addition, Peter has worked on safety-critical projects in the industrial and medical sectors. Due to this, he brings a broad experience to the training he delivers for the Academy.

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