Functional safety training

TÜV SÜD offers IEC 61508 functional safety training for professionals involved in safety-related electrical, electronic and programmable electronic systems. The training introduces the key requirements of IEC 61508 and helps participants understand how functional safety principles are applied across the safety lifecycle. 

The service can include training on functional safety management, system analysis, requirements engineering, hardware evaluation and software development. It can also be combined with TÜV SÜD’s Functional Safety Certification Programme (FSCP) for professionals who want to demonstrate their knowledge through a recognised personnel certification. 

For detailed training modules, certification levels and examination requirements, visit our dedicated IEC 61508 training page. 

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TÜV SÜD’s FSCP for ISO 26262 supports automotive professionals who need to demonstrate their functional safety competence in line with the ISO 26262 standard. The programme is designed for specialists working on safety-critical automotive electrical and electronic systems. 

The service covers personnel certification at different qualification levels, including ISO 26262 Functional Safety Engineer, Functional Safety Professional and Functional Safety Expert. Depending on the certification level, candidates are assessed based on their knowledge of ISO 26262, practical application experience and project involvement. 

For detailed information on ISO 26262 training, certification levels, prerequisites and examination requirements, visit our dedicated ISO 26262 functional safety page. 

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The new Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 will replace the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and apply from 20 January 2027. This practice-oriented training helps manufacturers and economic operators understand the new requirements, obligations and implementation steps early, before the transition affects product design, conformity assessment, technical documentation and CE marking. 

The training focuses on practical implications rather than theory, including how the new regulation affects existing products, new developments and requirements relating to software, cybersecurity and AI-related aspects. 

Suitable for: Manufacturers of safety-related components, development, safety and compliance engineers, quality management and regulatory affairs professionals, importers, distributors and authorised representatives within the EU. 

You will learn how to: 

• Understand the key changes and obligations under the new Machinery Regulation. 
• Recognise how the Regulation differs from the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. 
• Identify impacts on conformity assessment, notified body involvement and CE marking. 
• Prepare existing products and new developments for the regulatory transition. 
• Understand requirements relating to software, cybersecurity and AI-related aspects. 
• Reduce compliance and liability risks through early, structured preparation. 

Covers: Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230; Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC; conformity assessment; CE marking; technical documentation; digitalisation; software; cybersecurity; AI-related safety aspects. 

Level: Basic knowledge of the Machinery Directive, functional safety or conformity assessment is recommended. Initial experience with CE marking is an advantage. 

Format: 4 hours; in-person, online or hybrid. Tailored workshops are also available. 

Practical requirement: Online participants need a laptop with camera. 

Certificate: Certificate of attendance. 

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Learn how to develop, assess, and verify safety-related machine components in accordance with ISO 13849. This training provides a practical introduction to the requirements, concepts, and methodologies used to achieve standards-compliant machine safety, from risk assessment through to technical implementation and validation.

Suitable for: Developers and software testers, project managers, quality assurance professionals, engineers responsible for safety-related machine systems, professionals involved in the development and evaluation of machine components

You will learn how to:

• Understand the key concepts, terminology, and requirements of ISO 13849
• Apply functional safety principles to machine components and systems
• Perform structured risk assessments and derive appropriate safety measures
• Develop safety-related hardware and software in accordance with ISO 13849
• Calculate and evaluate safety-related parameters, including PL, MTTFd, DC, and PFHd
• Document, verify, and validate safety-related functions and components

Training topics include:

• Fundamentals of machine safety and functional safety
• Relevant standards and regulatory requirements
• Risk assessment principles and safety concepts
• Hardware development according to ISO 13849
• Software requirements for safety-related functions
• Performance Level (PL) determination and evaluation
• Documentation, verification, and validation best practices

Level: Intermediate; basic knowledge of electronic systems, hardware, software, or system architecture is recommended.

Format: 1 day; in-person, online or hybrid.

Certificate: Certificate of attendance.

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Gain a practical introduction to industrial cybersecurity based on the IEC 62443 series of standards. This workshop helps participants understand key cybersecurity concepts, protection principles, and secure development practices used to protect industrial automation and control systems (IACS).

Suitable for: Operational and production managers, project managers, engineers and system integrators, cybersecurity and security professionals, product owners and quality managers, auditors, developers, and testers

Key learning outcomes:

• Understand cybersecurity fundamentals and security objectives, including integrity, availability, authentication, authorisation, and traceability.
• Learn the core concepts, roles, and requirements defined in IEC 62443.
• Identify cybersecurity risks and their impact on industrial systems and system design.
• Understand security levels, zones and conduits, and defence-in-depth strategies.
• Explore secure product development practices in accordance with IEC 62443-4-1.
• Learn how cybersecurity measures can be integrated throughout the development lifecycle.

Level: Introductory; prior cybersecurity knowledge is helpful but not required.

Format: 4 hours; in-person, online or hybrid.

Certificate: Certificate of attendance.

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Deepen your understanding of industrial cybersecurity and learn how to apply IEC 62443 requirements in practice. This advanced workshop covers manufacturer requirements, system and product security requirements, security levels, and secure development processes to help organisations strengthen cybersecurity throughout the product lifecycle.

Suitable for: Operational managers, production managers, project managers, cybersecurity professionals, security managers, product owners, quality management professionals, auditors, software developers and testers.

Key learning outcomes:

• Understand the manufacturer, system, and product requirements defined in IEC 62443.
• Apply security requirements to industrial automation and control systems throughout the product lifecycle.
• Evaluate and implement secure development processes in accordance with IEC 62443-4-1.
• Understand technical security requirements for components and systems in accordance with IEC 62443-4-2.
• Assess security levels and cybersecurity requirements for industrial products and systems.
• Integrate cybersecurity measures into development, verification, and maintenance activities.

Training topics include:

• Manufacturer requirements according to IEC 62443
• System security requirements for IACS
• Security levels and assessment concepts
• Secure development lifecycle requirements (IEC 62443-4-1)
• Technical security requirements for products (IEC 62443-4-2)
• Cybersecurity implementation and lifecycle management

Level: Advanced; prior cybersecurity knowledge is recommended.

Format: 1 day (8 hours); in-person, online or hybrid.

Certificate: Certificate of attendance.

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Gain a practical introduction to automotive cybersecurity based on ISO/SAE 21434. This workshop helps participants understand key cybersecurity concepts, regulatory requirements, and engineering practices used to identify and manage cybersecurity risks throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

Suitable for: Operational and production managers, project managers, engineers, cybersecurity and security professionals, product owners and quality managers, auditors, reviewers, and software developers and testers.

You will learn how to:

• Understand the fundamentals of automotive cybersecurity and the regulatory environment.
• Identify cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities affecting road vehicles.
• Apply key concepts and requirements from ISO/SAE 21434.
• Understand automotive cybersecurity engineering activities throughout the development lifecycle.
• Perform basic cybersecurity analysis and risk management activities.
• Recognise the relationship between cybersecurity and vehicle safety.

Workshop topics include:

• Introduction to automotive cybersecurity.
• Fundamentals of automotive cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
• Automotive cybersecurity engineering according to ISO/SAE 21434.
• Basic cybersecurity analysis and risk assessment concepts.
• Cybersecurity processes and lifecycle activities.
• Optional introduction to functional safety and cybersecurity.

Level: Introductory; prior automotive cybersecurity knowledge is helpful but not required.

Format: 4 hours; in-person, online or hybrid.

Certificate: Certificate of attendance.

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Deepen your understanding of automotive cybersecurity and learn how to apply ISO/SAE 21434 requirements throughout the vehicle lifecycle. This advanced workshop focuses on the practical implementation of cybersecurity processes, risk assessment methodologies, and development activities required to build secure road vehicles.

Suitable for: Engineers and system architects, cybersecurity professionals, project and product managers, security engineers, software developers and testers, quality and audit professionals

You will learn how to:

• Apply ISO/SAE 21434 requirements in real-world vehicle development projects
• Understand organisational and technical cybersecurity processes
• Perform and support Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) activities
• Coordinate cybersecurity activities across distributed development teams
• Develop, trace, and manage cybersecurity requirements
• Integrate cybersecurity activities throughout the vehicle lifecycle
• Implement cybersecurity measures within development and verification processes

Workshop topics include:

• ISO/SAE 21434 processes and activities in practice
• Cybersecurity risk assessment and TARA methodologies
• Continuous cybersecurity activities throughout the vehicle lifecycle
• Derivation and management of cybersecurity requirements
• Integration of cybersecurity into system and software development
• Industry standards and regulatory considerations, including UNECE requirements

Optional add-on: Functional Safety & Cybersecurity

Participants can explore the relationship between functional safety (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434), including:

• Alignment of safety and security requirements in the V-model
• Interactions between safety goals and cybersecurity goals
• Integration of both disciplines within the development process
• Best practices for collaboration between safety and security teams

Level: Advanced; prior automotive cybersecurity knowledge is beneficial.

Format: 1 day (8 hours); in-person, online or hybrid.

Certificate: Certificate of attendance.

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This one-day introductory training provides a clear overview of functional safety principles, terminology and responsibilities. It is designed for professionals who need to understand how safety-related systems are considered in product development, compliance, assessment and decision-making, without going into deep technical specialisation. 

Suitable for: Management, executives, sales staff, product managers, quality officers and safety officers. 

You will learn how to: 

• Understand key functional safety concepts and responsibilities. 
• Recognise how IEC 61508, ISO 26262 and ISO 13849 relate to safety-related systems. 
• Identify where functional safety fits into development, compliance and assessment processes. 
• Communicate more effectively with technical teams, safety specialists and assessors. 

Covers: Functional safety basics, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, ISO 13849, safety lifecycle, hardware and software considerations. 

Level: Introductory; no prior functional safety knowledge required. 

Format: 1 day; in-person, online or hybrid. 

Certificate: Certificate of attendance. 

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TÜV SÜD offers functional safety training for the rail sector, covering key CENELEC standards such as EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129 and EN 50159. The training helps participants understand the processes, responsibilities and deliverables required across the rail safety lifecycle. 

Available modules include: 

Module A: EN 50126 (IEC 62278) – RAMS 

Duration: 1 day 

This introductory module provides an overview of functional safety in the rail industry and the main planning activities for safety-related rail development. It focuses on reliability, availability, maintainability and safety, including risk analysis, safety integrity and lifecycle models. 

Best suited for: Professionals who need a general overview of CENELEC rail safety standards and RAMS principles. 

Module B: EN 50129 (IEC 62425) – System and hardware safety 

This module introduces the requirements for safety-related system and hardware development in the rail sector. It covers quality management, safety management, technical requirements, safety demonstration, safety cases and assessment methods such as FMEA, FTA and Markov models. 

Best suited for: Professionals involved in system safety, hardware development, safety cases or safety assessment. 

Module C: EN 50128 (IEC 62279) – Safety-related software 

This module focuses on the development and testing of safety-relevant software for railway applications. It explains software safety requirement levels, lifecycle phases, personnel responsibilities, COTS software, verification, validation and suitable techniques or measures. 

Best suited for: Developers, testers, software engineers, project leaders and quality representatives working with safety-related rail software. 

Module D: EN 50159 – Safety-related data communication 

This module provides an overview of safety-related data transmission in rail systems. It explains transmission system reference architectures, communication threats and suitable countermeasures for safe data transfer between signalling facilities, including open transmission systems. 

Best suited for: Professionals involved in rail communication systems, signalling, safety-related data transfer or transmission channel evaluation. 

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This workshop explores how agile software development can be applied in the context of functional safety. Drawing on TÜV SÜD’s experience with agile principles, methodologies and frameworks such as SCRUM and SAFe, the workshop helps participants understand how agile ways of working can be aligned with functional safety requirements. 

Suitable for: Project managers, safety managers, safety engineers and developers with basic functional safety knowledge who want to apply agile methods in safety-related software development. 

You will learn how to: 

• Understand functional safety requirements across the software development lifecycle. 
• Identify potential challenges when applying agile methods in safety-related development. 
• Define suitable countermeasures for planning, documentation and verification. 
• Address practical topics such as backlog handling, team organisation, responsibilities and definition of done. 
• Apply functional safety considerations to specific project examples or customer scenarios. 

Covers: Agile software development; functional safety lifecycle; safety-related software; SCRUM and SAFe; documentation; verification; backlog handling; team responsibilities. 

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This workshop focuses on the functional safety assessment of mechanical components used in automated safety systems. It helps participants understand how mechanical design can affect safety functions, system reliability and the prevention of injury or equipment damage. 

Suitable for: Design engineers, quality engineers and test engineers involved in mechanical components or safety-related systems. 

You will learn how to: 

• Inspect mechanical components from a functional safety perspective.  
• Identify possible systematic failures and dominant failure mechanisms.  
• Determine suitable fault exclusion and fault avoidance measures.  
• Consider the specific behaviour of mechanical components in different applications.  

Covers: Mechanical safety functions; mechanical design assessment; failure mechanisms; systematic failures; fault exclusion and avoidance measures. 

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