NFPA 79 Standard – Ensuring Electrical Safety for Industrial Machinery

What is NFPA 79?

NFPA 79 is the Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery, providing guidelines for the safe electrical design, installation, and operation of industrial machinery. This standard aims to mitigate fire and shock hazards, ensuring the safety of both operators and equipment. 

Importance of NFPA 79 in Field Evaluations

Field Evaluations are essential for verifying that industrial machinery complies with safety standards, especially when equipment is custom-built, modified, or lacks prior certification. NFPA 79 plays a crucial role in these evaluations by setting the minimum requirements for electrical and electronic systems in industrial machinery. 

Achieving NFPA 79 Compliance with TÜV SÜD

At TÜV SÜD, we offer a tailored approach to help you achieve NFPA 79 compliance: 

Design Review and Advice 

• Early Assessment: Our engineers conduct a thorough review of your electrical designs to identify potential compliance issues before fabrication. 
• Customized Guidance: We provide specific recommendations to ensure your designs align with NFPA 79 standards, helping you avoid costly modifications later. 

On-Site Inspection & Evaluation

• Comprehensive Inspection: Our team performs detailed on-site evaluations of your machinery, examining components and construction against NFPA 79 requirements.
• Compliance Checks: We verify that your equipment meets the necessary safety standards, addressing any non-compliance issues promptly to prevent project delays. 

Certification & Field Labeling

• Rigorous Testing: We conduct performance testing to confirm that your machinery adheres to NFPA 79 standards. 
• Official Labeling: Upon successful evaluation, we issue the TÜV SÜD Field Evaluation Label, demonstrating compliance with NFPA 79 and other relevant safety codes. 
  

Benefits of NFPA 79 Compliance

• Enhanced Safety: Ensures the safe operation of industrial machinery, mitigating fire and shock hazards.

• Regulatory Approval: Facilitates acceptance by local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).

• Market Advantage: Demonstrates adherence to recognized safety standards, enhancing the marketability of your products. 

Why Choose TÜV SÜD for NFPA 79 Field Evaluations?

• Comprehensive Support – From initial design review to final certification  
• Rapid Service – Efficient evaluations to keep your projects on schedule  
• Trusted Expertise – Recognized by AHJs for NFPA 79 compliance and NRTL evaluations  
• Proven Track Record – Over 3,000 field evaluations conducted annually 

Need a fast NFPA 79 Field Evaluation? Contact TÜV SÜD today to schedule your certification evaluation. 

For comprehensive compliance solutions, explore our Field Evaluation Services. To ensure the safe electrical design of machinery, see our NFPA 70 page. For detailed information on certifying industrial control panels, visit our UL 508 Standard page. Learn about product testing and certification on our Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) page.