Independent proof of competence for specialists who develop and assess safety-related systems per IEC 61508.
Overview
What is it about?
Personnel certification in functional safety proves that a specialist masters the safety lifecycle of safety-related electrical, electronic and programmable electronic systems per IEC 61508. What is assessed is the determination of safety requirements, the determination of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL), and the systematic verification and validation of safety-relevant functions.
The certification is aimed at roles such as safety engineers, functional safety officers and specialists in the development, testing and acceptance of safety-related systems. Their competence and qualifications are assessed and confirmed by an independent body.
Purpose & benefit
You demonstrate that your engineers demonstrably master the safety lifecycle and SIL determination. A central proof in safety-critical industries.
What's included
Safety lifecycle of safety-related systems per IEC 61508
Hazard and risk analysis and the derivation of safety requirements
Determination and demonstration of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL)
Architecture, failure rates and diagnostic coverage of safety-related functions
Verification, validation and functional safety assessment
Management of functional safety and the associated documentation
For whom
Is this right for you?
For safety engineers, functional safety managers, developers and testers of safety-related systems in mechanical engineering, process and automation technology.
Your benefits
What it does for you
Objective proof of demanding competence in a safety-critical specialist field
Significantly strengthened position in projects with high functional safety requirements
For employers: proven expertise towards customers, testing bodies and in acceptances
Lower risk of safety-relevant errors through demonstrably capable personnel
Certification profiles
Certifications in this area
14 profiles with product ID, admission requirement, required prior knowledge and certification condition.
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 1.5 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 6 months of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
Individuals looking to develop an understanding of functional safety in various industries. This includes engineers, system architects, safety officers, and anyone interested in ensuring the safety of products and systems.
Admission requirement
Proof of relevant prior knowledge equivalent to the main course “IC-808-E-10”.
Required prior knowledge
Participation in the main course requires fundamental prior knowledge, which is provided through the following course:
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 2 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
Individuals looking to develop an understanding of functional safety in various industries. This includes engineers, system architects, safety officers, and anyone interested in ensuring the safety of products and systems.
Admission requirement
Proof of relevant prior knowledge equivalent to the main course “IC-808-E-11”.
Required prior knowledge
Participation in the main course requires fundamental prior knowledge, which is provided through the following courses:
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite courses listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at these intellcert prerequisite courses is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
Passing a technical interview
At least 3 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 1.5 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 6 months of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
Consultant for Functional Safety in the Process Industry
Individuals who want to develop an understanding of functional safety, especially in the process industry. This includes engineers, process technicians, safety officers, and anyone interested in ensuring the safety of process facilities.
Admission requirement
Proof of relevant prior knowledge equivalent to the main course “IC-808/01-E-08”.
Required prior knowledge
Participation in the main course requires fundamental prior knowledge, which is provided through the following course:
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 2 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
Senior Consultant for Functional Safety in the Process Industry
Individuals who want to develop an understanding of functional safety, specifically in the process industry. This includes engineers, process technicians, safety officers, and anyone interested in ensuring the safety of process facilities.
Admission requirement
Proof of relevant prior knowledge equivalent to the main course “IC-808/01-E-09”.
Required prior knowledge
Participation in the main course requires fundamental prior knowledge, which is provided through the following courses:
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite courses listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at these intellcert prerequisite courses is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
Passing a technical interview
At least 3 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 1.5 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 1.5 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 1.5 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 6 months of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
Individuals looking to develop an understanding of functional safety in the automotive sector. This includes engineers, safety experts, system architects, and anyone involved in ensuring the safety of vehicle systems.
Admission requirement
Proof of relevant prior knowledge equivalent to the main course “IC-808/02-E-09”.
Required prior knowledge
Participation in the main course requires fundamental prior knowledge, which is provided through the following course:
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite course listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at this intellcert prerequisite course is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
At least 2 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
Senior Functional Safety Consultant in the Automotive Sector
Individuals looking to develop an understanding of functional safety in the automotive sector with an advanced focus. This includes engineers, safety experts, system architects, and anyone involved in ensuring the safety of vehicle systems.
Admission requirement
Proof of relevant prior knowledge equivalent to the main course “IC-808/02-E-10”.
Required prior knowledge
Participation in the main course requires fundamental prior knowledge, which is provided through the following courses:
The knowledge covered by the prerequisite courses listed above may also have been acquired through other means, such as equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience. Attendance at these intellcert prerequisite courses is not required if equivalent knowledge has been acquired. The recognition note explains how equivalent knowledge is credited. All other admission and certification requirements remain applicable.
Certification condition
Passing the written examination
Passing a technical interview
At least 3 years of professional experience in the relevant field of activity
All required courses may be substituted by equivalent qualifications and/or relevant professional experience. The evaluation of knowledge acquired through other means is subject to a fee.
Our role
How we work
1Planning and conducting certification audits to assess the conformity of your management system with the requirements of the standard
2Independent decision on certification based on the audit results
3Issuing and maintaining certificates
4Conducting surveillance and recertification audits in accordance with the applicable rules and defined time intervals
Impartiality
Consulting or support services for the introduction, implementation or improvement of management systems are not part of our activity as a certification body.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
For which industries is the certification relevant?
IEC 61508 is the base standard of functional safety and the foundation of numerous sector-specific standards. The certification is relevant wherever safety-related E/E/PE systems are developed or assessed.
How long is the certificate valid?
Certified individuals receive an official certificate that specifies the scope and validity period. For re-certification, you must demonstrate that you still possess the required competence.
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