- May 6, 2025A SIL Certificate is issued by a Certification Body to confirm a product meets IEC 61508 requirements based on FMEDA…
- May 5, 2025OSHA is the U.S. agency that enforces workplace safety. Its PSM rule affects how SIS are designed and maintained.
- May 5, 2025NRTLs are U.S.-recognized labs that certify products to safety standards, like UL 508A. They are not the same as NoBos.
- May 5, 2025A NoBo is an EU-designated organization that assesses products for regulatory compliance—similar in role to a U.S. Certification Body.
- May 5, 2025The EPA regulates environmental risks in the U.S., including the Risk Management Program (RMP), which overlaps with process safety.
- May 5, 2025A Certification Body independently evaluates whether a product or system meets the technical requirements for SIL certification.
- April 29, 2025The authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) is the official or agency responsible for interpreting and enforcing safety codes and regulations, especially…
- April 29, 2025An Accreditation Body assesses and approves the organizations that issue functional safety certifications. It ensures Certification Bodies meet international quality…