Safety management and authorisation

Functional safety

Risk assessment and hazard analysis in accordance with CENELEC EN 50126, EN 50716 (EN 50128) and EN 50129

Definition of safety-related requirements for railway infrastructure projects, based on safety standards

Development of safety-critical architectures to minimise safety risks in signalling / train control techn.

Safety management for infrastructure components such as signal boxes and train control systems (PZB, LZB, ETCS)

Implementation of verification and validation processes for safety-critical systems and components

Management of safety integrity levels (SIL) to fulfil functional safety requirements acc. To EN 61508

Conducting audits and assessments to support the approval processes for safety-relevant railway infrastructure projects

Functional and system tests to check conformity with applicable norms and standards

Carrying out safety analyses to validate safety-relevant functions in the railway infrastructure

Validation of train control systems (PZB, LZB, ETCS) to ensure operational safety and functionality

Scenario-based tests to simulate and check system performance under different operating conditions

Development and execution of test cases based on functional requirements and safety objectives

Independent verification and validation (V&V) for compliance with quality and safety standards

Coordination with the bodies involved (e.g. manufacturers and operators) to harmonise validation processes

Implementation of safety management systems in accordance with railway safety standards (e.g. EN 50126)

Safety analyses and risk assessments for railway infrastructure facilities (FMECA, FTA, HAZOP analyses)

Creation and maintenance of safety certificates and safety plans for conformity with nat./internat. regulations

Hazard management and risk minimisation via Common Safety Method (CSM) for the rail industry

Organisation and moderation of safety workshops and training courses for project engineers and operating personnel

Safety case management and safety documentation for authorities and certification bodies

Safety validation and verification as part of system development and integration

Advice and support during the approval process in accordance with national and European standards

Implementation and coordination of conformity tests according to TSI for railway infrastructure systems

Preparation and review of technical documentation for TSI conformity and approval requirements

Cooperation with notified bodies and competent authorities to obtain the approvals and authorisations

Preparation and submission of applications for commissioning authorisation

Coordination of testing and acceptance of the systems by notified or authorised bodies

Support in complying with the requirements of the ERA for cross-border authorisations