GTE – Australia is an accepted course provider for the training “Functional Safety of Machinery” off the TÜV Rheinland Functional Safety Training Program.
This training course has been developed to provide engineers who are responsible for the safe design, operation and maintenance of industrial machinery, the understanding and knowledge to undertake their responsibilities in compliance with the standards and applicable laws.
The course combines the theoretical knowledge of functional safety along with practical examples, aligned with the machinery safety standards including ISO 12100, ISO 13849, AS 62061 and AS 4024.
Course Outline
The course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to demonstrate their knowledge in the area of functional safety of machinery, and to promote safety concepts that reduce the risk to people, assets, and the environment.
The training covers:
- Legal regulations and safety standards
- Risk reduction strategies in accordance with ISO 12100 (AS 4024.1 Part 1201)
- Protective equipment for machinery and its selection
- Safety Functions for machines
- Understanding and applying required Performance Levels (PLr) and Safety Integrity Levels (SIL)
- Management, documentation, verification, and validation requirements
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for electrical and control system engineers and those who have a responsibility for, and a requirement to show competency in the safe design, operation, and maintenance of industrial machinery including:
- Factory automation
- Industrial robotic systems
- Packaging machines
- Conveyors
- Crushers, rock breakers, car dumpers
- Balanced machines (e.g. stackers, reclaimers, shiploaders)
Agenda
Eligibility Requirements
In accordance with the TÜV Rheinland Functional Safety Training Program prospective participants require:
- A minimum of 3 years experience in the field of Functional Safety.
- A relevant university degree, diploma, or equivalent engineering experience and responsibilities as certified by an employer or engineering institution.
Course Format / Exam
The course covers four days of learning with an exam on the fifth day.
Exam Format:
- 70 multiple choice questions
- 12 open questions
- Pass mark 70%.
Courses are classroom based, with numbers limited to 12 persons in order to provide the best learning environment and outcomes for the participants.
Material
Participants will receive comprehensive training materials; however, it is highly recommended to bring the latest printed copies of the following standards as they are essential for the exam:
- ISO 12100 (AS 4024.1 Part 1200)
- ISO 13849 Parts 1 and 2 (AS 4024 parts 1501, 1502, 1503)
- IEC 62061 (AS 62061)
In addition, a calculator will be required for the exam – note the use of a smartphone is not permitted.
Certificate
Participants who complete the course, meet the eligibility requirements, and pass the exam will be issued the FS Engineer (TÜV Rheinland) certificate from TÜV Rheinland and the use of the title FS Eng (by agreement with TÜV Rheinland).
The validity of the certification is five years, with the possibility to extend for a further five years. A second extension is also possible for a further 10 years.