European Machinery Safety Training Course (EUMS)
Develop practical EU machinery safety expertise and earn TÜV SÜD Certification
Our new course, specially developed by TÜV SÜD, equips you with the practical knowledge and confidence you need to keep pace with the EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and the latest changes to harmonised standards.
Designed for professionals responsible for machinery safety and compliance, this European Machinery Safety (EUMS) Certification course helps you clearly interpret legislative requirements, carry out structured risk assessments, and manage conformity processes with greater assurance.
By completing the TÜV SÜD Certification Programme, you can achieve Technician, Professional or Expert certification, strengthening your credibility and demonstrating recognised expertise in machinery safety. You will be better positioned to support compliance, reduce risk, and deliver real value to your organisation in an evolving regulatory landscape.
✔ Gain an understanding of the legislative requirements that apply to machinery and products under European safety regulations
✔ Understand how to carry out risk assessments and evaluate the legal and safety impact of modifications to existing machines
✔ Learn how to assess conformity for electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment, and design effective safety functions
✔ Understand the requirements of the declaration of conformity or incorporation and how to assess compliance against regulatory requirements
Our 5-day European Machinery Safety Certification training course offers a clear, practical walkthrough of machinery safety, taking you from the basics of regulation through to applying functional safety in real-world projects.
An EU Machinery Safety Technician possesses foundational factual and theoretical knowledge in machinery safety, European legislation and technical standards. Technicians can perform basic risk assessments, prepare technical documentation, and secure the conformity of simple components and systems. They can support design tasks for simple machines and manage minor modifications to existing machinery.
An EU Machinery Safety Professional demonstrates extensive, specialised knowledge of machinery safety, European legislation and technical standards. Professionals can perform comprehensive risk assessments for complex machines, design and evaluate safety solutions, and prepare full conformity documentation. They interpret European legislation and technical standards and ensure compliance with legal and technical requirements across organisations.
An EU Machinery Safety Expert possesses advanced, critical insight into the theories and principles underpinning European legislation and technical standards. Experts can address complex, unpredictable safety challenges, manage large-scale technical projects, and make strategic decisions. They act at the highest professional level, providing expert legal and technical guidance and ensuring full compliance with certification and conformity procedures.
- Professionals responsible for CE marking activities, including conformity assessment, technical documentation, and compliance with European machinery legislation.
- Machinery safety staff working across design, operation, modification, or compliance activities.
- Consultants who advise on machinery safety, risk assessment, CE marking, and compliance with European machinery requirements.
- Machinery safety Inspectors who assess machinery for safety, conformity, and compliance with applicable European legislation and standards.
- Technical specialists who contribute to machine design, modification, documentation, or assessment processes.
- Anyone substantially involved in machinery safety who meets the certification prerequisites
- Have a clear understanding of how regulations and standards connect to practical decisions
- Ability to carry out and explain a structured risk assessment
- Confidence in selecting and applying protective measures
- Working knowledge of electrical and fluid safety requirements
- Solid foundation in functional safety and control systems
Day 1 – National & International Regulations
Starting with the fundamentals, we focus on how the legal framework works in the EU. We look at why regulations exist, how safety is defined, and what “state of the art” means. Together, we work through roles and responsibilities, so you understand exactly where you fit and what is expected of you. Through case studies and a short workshop, we apply this to real scenarios such as machine modification and understand the requirements of the Machinery Regulation. Understand the requirements of the Machinery Regulation.
Outcome of Day 1:
You will understand how regulations, standards and responsibilities fit together and be able to apply that thinking to real situations rather than just theory
- Purpose of Regulations and the Concept of Safety
- EU Legal Framework: Directives vs Regulations
- Roles and Responsibilities in Machinery Safety
- UK and European End User Responsibilities
- Types of Standards (A/B/C) and Presumption of Conformity
- Standards Chain in Machinery Projects
- Technical Documentation Overview
- Case Study: Who is the Manufacturer?
- Substantial Modification: Criteria and Consequences
- Workshop: Applying Regulations and Standards
Day 2 – Risk Assessment & Protective Devices (EN ISO 12100)
As the course progresses, we move into EN ISO 12100 and show you how to structure a risk assessment properly. You’ll learn about identifying hazards, assessing risk, and applying the 3-step method for risk reduction. From there, we look at protective devices in detail, including interlocks, emergency stops and non-contact systems, and explain what works in practice and where common mistakes happen. You will also complete a hands-on exercise to turn a hazard into a justified safety concept.
Outcome of Day 2:
You will be able to carry out a structured risk assessment and select appropriate protective measures with clear justification.
- Purpose and Process of Risk Assessment
- Defining Machine Boundaries and Use
- Hazard Identification
- Risk Evaluation Methodology
- Risk Reduction: Three-Step Method
- Protective Devices: Selection and Design
- Interlocks and Prevention of Manipulation
- Non-Contact Protective Devices (ESPE)
- Emergency Stop and Safety Control Functions
- Practical Exercise: Developing a Safety Concept
Day 3 – Electrical & Fluid Power Systems
We then build on this by focusing on real equipment. We walk through electrical safety requirements using EN 60204-1 and explain what must be considered during design, testing and acceptance. Alongside this, we cover fluid and hydraulic power systems using applicable standards and highlight key risks such as stored energy and unexpected start-up. Using practical examples, we show you how to identify issues and apply suitable controls.
Outcome of Day 3: You will understand the key safety requirements for fluid and pneumatic systems, and how to apply and check them in practice.
- EN 60204-1: Scope and Documentation
- Protection Against Electric Shock
- Stop Functions and Emergency Stops
- Control Circuits and Fault Prevention
- Testing, Measurement and Acceptance
- Fluid Power Hazards (Hydraulic & Pneumatic)
- Safety Measures in Fluid Systems
- Practical Case: Safe Fluid Power Design
Day 4 – Functional Safety (EN ISO 13849 & EN IEC 62061)
As we move into the later stages of the course, we bring everything together with functional safety. We guide you through how to derive safety functions from your risk assessment and structure them using EN ISO 13849 and EN IEC 62061. We explain performance levels, basic system design, and validation in a straightforward way, supported by examples and exercises so you can see how it works in real projects.
Outcome of Day 4: You will be able to define safety functions, understand performance levels, and recognise how to structure and verify safety-related control systems.
- Introduction to Functional Safety
- Performance Levels (PL) and Safety Functions
- Hardware Design Requirements
- Software Considerations
- Verification and Validation
- EN ISO 13849-2 Overview
- Introduction to EN IEC 62061
- Safety Requirements Specification (SRS) and SIL
- Functional Safety Workshop
Day 4 - Exam preparation
Day 5 – Assessment
- Examination (in-person or via Certbay)
1-hour exam on the morning of day 5 or within 3 days of course completion via Certbay 1.
By the end of the EUMS certification course, you will leave with skills you can use straight away, and the confidence to make the right safety decisions.
- Course delivered by one of TÜV SÜD's leading industry experts
- Small class sizes for a more engaging and personalised learning experience
- Receive globally recognised TÜV SÜD certificate upon completion
TÜV SÜD is trusted by over 16,000 companies and thousands of learners worldwide, reflecting our commitment to delivering quality training
Upon completion, you will receive a globally recognised TÜV SÜD certificate and may use the relevant postnominal letters after your name, depending on your certification level:
EUMS Tech, EUMS Professional or EUMS Expert.
EU Machine Safety Technician • Completed a professional training course for minimum 32 hours covering knowledge equivalent to the scope of certification.
Use postnominal after your name: EUMS Tech
EU Machine Safety Professional • Completed a professional training course for minimum 32 hours covering knowledge equivalent to the scope of certification • Minimum of 5 years' work experience in the last 8 years in areas relating to machinery safety. Candidate holding a Technical University Degree must have minimum of 2 years in the last 5 years.
Use postnominal after your name: EUMS Professional
EU Machine Safety Expert • Completed a professional training course for minimum 32 hours covering knowledge equivalent to the scope of certification • Minimum of 7 years' work experience in the last 10 years in areas relating to machinery safety. Candidate holding a Technical University Degree must have minimum of 4 years in the last 7 years.
Use postnominal after your name: EUMS Expert
What is the focus of the European Machinery Safety (EUMS) training course?
The course focuses on developing practical expertise in EU machinery safety, helping you understand and apply the requirements of the EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and relevant harmonised standards. It is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to interpret legislation, carry out risk assessments, and manage conformity processes effectively in real-world situations.
Who is the course aimed at?
The course is designed for professionals responsible for machinery safety and compliance, including those working in CE marking, conformity assessment, machine design, modification, inspection, or consultancy roles. It is particularly relevant for engineers, safety professionals, and technical specialists involved in ensuring machinery complies with European safety requirements.
Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in the course?
There are no strict academic prerequisites to attend the course. However, you should ideally have a basic understanding of machinery safety, engineering principles, or relevant industry experience.
If you are applying for certification:
- Technician level: Completion of at least 32 hours of relevant training is required
- Professional level: Requires training plus a minimum of 5 years’ experience (or 2 years with a relevant degree)
- Expert level: Requires training plus a minimum of 7 years’ experience (or 4 years with a relevant degree)
What is the duration of the course?
The course is delivered over five days. It includes structured learning across four days, followed by an exam on day 5 (or within three days of course completion via Certbay).
What will I learn during the course?
Key topics include:
- Understanding EU machinery safety regulations, roles, and responsibilities
- Conducting structured risk assessments in line with EN ISO 12100
- Applying protective measures and risk reduction principles
- Electrical safety requirements under EN 60204-1
- Fluid and hydraulic system safety considerations
- Functional safety and control systems (EN ISO 13849 and EN IEC 62061)
- Conformity assessment and declarations of conformity or incorporation
Is the course recognised in the industry?
Yes, the TÜV SÜD European Machinery Safety certification is widely recognised and demonstrates verified expertise in machinery safety. It supports professionals working in industries where compliance with European safety regulations is essential.
Will I receive a certification after completing the course?
Yes, upon successful completion of the exam and meeting the relevant criteria, you will achieve TÜV SÜD certification at one of three levels: Technician, Professional, or Expert. You can also use the relevant postnominal (e.g. EUMS Tech, EUMS Professional, or EUMS Expert).
How long is the certification valid?
The certification is valid for four years, in line with the TÜV SÜD certification contract
Is there an exam as part of the course?
Yes, the course includes a 1-hour exam which is taken on day 5 or within three days after the course via Certbay.
For the Expert and Professional course, Day 5 will include a case study as well as the final examination.
Is the course practical or theoretical?
The course is designed to be highly practical. It combines theory with real-world examples, case studies, and hands-on exercises to help you apply what you learn directly to your own machinery and compliance responsibilities.
Ian Owens, Technical Trainer, Machinery Safety TÜV SÜD
Ian has worked mainly as a Health and Safety Manager for approximately 25 years in a variety of industries including oil and gas, automotive, warehousing, and distribution along with a mix of manufacturing facilities.
He qualified as a Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE®) and has subsequently brought companies into full compliance with the Provision of Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).
Ian started working for TÜV SÜD in September 2023 as a Technical Trainer, delivering machinery safety training courses to individuals and companies.