Become an Industrial Functional Safety Professional (IFSP) with certification from SGS-TÜV Saar. Critical Systems Analysis (CSA) is offering this specialized qualification program created for industrial automation professionals seeking to demonstrate their expertise and skills in the field of functional safety.
Throughout the course, you will
Obtain Understanding of IEC 61508 Demonstrate Competency Required by IEC 61508 | Learn The Elements of the Safety Lifecycle Gain Ability to Apply IEC 61508 In A Real-world Example |
Schedule
Monday 9/29
Session 1: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday 9/30
Session 2: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday 10/1
Session 3: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday 10/2
Session 4: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday 10/3
Exam preparation: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Exam: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Trainer
Richard Stephens
The IFSP Course is led by Mr. Stephens, a seasoned Function Safety Engineer with more than 15 years of experience in the railroad and industrial robotics industries. Mr. Stephens is well poised to share his knowledge and engage in discussions on any topic related to IEC 61508. He holds the following accreditations : FS Engineer (TUV Rheinland) #29769/24 , HW / SW Design Industrial Functional Safety Expert (SGS-TUV) IFSE
Overview
CSA is an approved provider of SGS-TÜV Saar’s personal qualification for industrial automation. Upon completion of this course, attendees may take the optional examination to obtain the Industrial Functional Safety Professional (IFSP) certification backed by SGS-TÜV Saar.
Why take the IFSP Course with CSA
This certification course stands apart through CSA’s unmatched expertise as a premium functional safety consulting provider, coupled with the added credibility of our SGS-TÜV partnership. While other courses may offer basic certification, our program delivers a comprehensive understanding of the standard that transforms complex theory into practical, real-world applications. Our deep industry experience ensures that participants don't just learn the requirements—they master how to implement them effectively in their daily work. This powerful combination of premium expertise, name recognition, and application focus, makes our course the definitive choice for professionals serious about functional safety.
What you can expect
Our comprehensive program tests your knowledge of safety concepts, risk assessment, safety lifecycle, and more, specifically adapted to the requirements of industrial automation.
In addition to the IFSP certification, you will also get an in-depth understanding of the specific requirements of functional safety in this area.
Objectives
Throughout the course, attendees will learn:
Functional Safety Management Functional Safety Lifecycle Safe Product Development SIL Target of Risks Identification Design And Analysis Techniques to Satisfy SIL Product Liability Risk Management | Defined Roles and Responsibilities Architecture Requirements Safety Analysis Methods Safety Requirements Creation Safety Concept Development Safety Case Development |
Who is this course for
This course is tailored for engineers and managers involved with electrical/electronic/programmable, safety-related systems, who desire to effectively implement concepts from IEC 61508. It includes lectures, exercises, practical examples, discussions, and opportunities to ask questions and share experiences with CSA's functional safety expert.
Details
Day 1: Functional Safety Management (FSM) | Day 2: Risk Assessment, Concept Phase, System Design |
Introduction to Functional Safety Introduction to IEC 61508 Safety Management Safety Lifecycle Supporting Processes | Risk Analysis System Development Requirements Technical Safety Concept Testing and Validation Measures System Integrity System Design |
Day 3: Security-Oriented Hardware Development and Analysis | Day 4: Security-Oriented Software Development and Analysis |
Hardware Development Safety Analysis Methods Hardware development techniques Common Cause Failure (CCF) | Functional Safety in Software Software Development Processes Quality Standards Software Documentation |
IFSP Requirements and Validity
You will receive the professional status of "IFSP" (Industrial Functional Safety Professional) if you successfully pass the 2-hour examination after completing the training course.
The IFSP certification is valid for 5 years. By attending an update workshop, you can extend the qualification by 5 years by passing the multiple-choice test following the workshop.