CFSE – Certified Functional Safety Expert for Electrical & Fluid Power Systems Provides required legal basics and understanding of electrical and fluid power standards needed to properly evaluate, design, and calculate functional machine safety.

The Importance of Fluid Power Safety

Fluid power systems, which include hydraulic and pneumatic technologies, are vital in many industrial applications. However, these systems can pose significant safety risks if not properly managed. Ensuring fluid power safety is crucial to prevent accidents, equipment damage, and downtime, thereby safeguarding both personnel and machinery.

ISO 4413 and ISO 4414: Fluid Power Safety Standards

ISO 4413 and ISO 4414 are international standards that provide comprehensive guidelines for the safety of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, respectively.

• ISO 4413:2010 outlines the general rules and safety requirements for hydraulic fluid power systems and their components. It addresses significant hazards associated with hydraulic systems and specifies principles to avoid these hazards during design, construction, and modification.
• ISO 4414:2010 provides similar guidelines for pneumatic fluid power systems. It covers the design, construction, and modification of pneumatic systems, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently.

Both standards emphasize the importance of proper system design, regular maintenance, and the use of appropriate safety devices to mitigate risks.

ROSS Pneumatrol's Certified Functional Safety Expert Training Course

ROSS Pneumatrol offers a TÜV-certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE) training course, which is designed to enhance the expertise of professionals in the field of functional safety. This course covers:

• Legal basics and standards: Understanding the legal requirements and standards necessary for evaluating and designing safety functions.
• Risk assessment: Conducting risk assessments in compliance with EN ISO 12100, which provides general principles for the design of safe machinery.
• Functional safety: Implementing safety measures according to EN ISO 13849-1 and -2, which focus on the design and validation of safety-related parts of control systems.
• Fluid power safety: Addressing safety standards specific to hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including ISO 4413 and ISO 4414.

Electrical Safety According to ISO 13849-1 and ISO 12100

ISO 13849-1 and ISO 13849-2 are critical for ensuring the safety of machinery control systems. These standards provide guidelines for the design and validation of safety-related parts of control systems, ensuring they meet the required performance levels.

• ISO 13849-1: Focuses on the general principles for the design of safety-related parts of control systems.
• ISO 13849-2: Specifies the procedures for validating the safety functions of these systems through analysis and testing.

ISO 12100 complements these standards by providing a framework for risk assessment and risk reduction in machinery design. It helps designers identify hazards, estimate risks, and implement appropriate safeguards to ensure machinery safety.

Conclusion

Fluid power safety is essential for the safe and efficient operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Adhering to standards such as ISO 4413 and ISO 4414 ensures these systems are designed and maintained to minimize risks. ROSS Pneumatrol's CFSE training course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to implement these safety measures effectively, covering both fluid power and electrical safety standards. By following these guidelines, industries can achieve a safer working environment and enhance the reliability of their machinery.