1	What does The 61508 Association expect of its members? A Guide for existing and potential members
2	What does the Association expect of members?
3	What does the Association expect of members?
4	What is expected of members? Four basic principles Members recognise IEC 61508⁺ as the benchmark for achieving functional safety and managing risks in a proportionate way When members apply IEC 61508⁺ they do so properly in all respects relating to their role in the safety life cycle Members demonstrate compliance with IEC 61508⁺ by using a method which has integrity, transparency and consistency Members participate actively in the work of the Association + and related standards e.g. IEC 61511, 62061, etc
5	IEC 61508 as the benchmark Member organisations accept IEC 61508 and related standards as the definitive method for achieving functional safety for electrical, electronic and programmable electronic safety-related systems Member organisations regard IEC 61508 as providing a suitable approach to achieving functional safety for other safety system technologies
6	Apply IEC 61508 properly The organisation ensures that all requirements of IEC 61508 related to its role in the lifecycle are met The organisation meets the functional safety management requirements of Part 1, Clause 6 The organisation takes a holistic approach to competence, including all people in the organisation involved with the safety system lifecycle
7	Demonstrate compliance Conformity with the requirements of the standard(s) is assessed using a consistent and transparent method (CASS* or equivalent) Assessment is carried out by people with demonstrable competence The results of the assessment are presented in a clear and consistent way All of the necessary data, including evidence of its relevance and traceability is provided for the integrator and end user Where certification is required, a body holding national accreditation to the CASS* method or equivalent is used
8	Participate actively in the Association’s work Participate in one or more of the working groups Attend general meetings at least once a year Promote the Association and its work within their industry sector(s) e.g. through giving talks, writing articles, mention on website
9	Where are you in the supply chain? End user (duty holder where system is used) System integrator, Contractor, Consultant Manufacturer of sub-systems and components Multinational companies Certification body
10	What’s expected End user Engineers ask for transparency & evidence in support of 61508 compliance claims Suppliers are asked for proof of functional safety management. Contractors are informed of the existence of the CASS* methodology for open information for assessing competent suppliers. Suppliers and contractors holding certification using CASS* or equivalent accredited method are used wherever possible CASS* or equivalent accredited method is included in specifications as the preferred option
11	What’s expected System Integrator, Contractor, Consultant Engineers ask for transparency & evidence in support of 61508 compliance claims Suppliers are asked for proof of functional safety management. Engineers are aware of the need for transparency of both results and methods Contractors are informed of CASS* for selecting competent suppliers Suppliers and contractors holding certification using CASS* or equivalent accredited method are used wherever possible CASS* or equivalent accredited method is included in specifications as the preferred option
12	What’s expected Manufacturer of sub-systems & components Engineers ask for transparency & evidence in support of claims Suppliers are asked for proof of functional safety management. Engineers are aware of the need for transparency of both results and methods. Systems and procedures are compatible with CASS* for transparency Products are supplied with safety report/safety data handbook Suppliers and contractors holding certification using CASS* or equivalent accredited method are used wherever possible
13	What’s expected Multinational companies Comprehensive reports and data on safety products are promoted as the essential part of certification and the report is given to users. Both the data and the methods used to find the data are included openly in the report Nationally accredited conformity assessment schemes using a method such as CASS* are preferred. FAQ on website discussing certification refers to CASS*
14	What’s expected Certification bodies Agree to raise the profile of the report to be the essential part of certification and make the report available for issue to users. Accept transparency of assessment. Accept the principle of common assessment methods. Have achieved or are working towards national accreditation using CASS* or equivalent method .
15	What is CASS? CASS = Conformity Assessment for Safety Systems Developed by industry for industry Aims to achieve integrity, transparency and consistency of certification Sets out a method for assessing the conformity of organisations, safety systems and components with IEC 61508 and related standards Used by nationally accredited certification bodies Accessible to all
16	What is the CASS method? Specify scope – object of assessment and specified requirements – standard(s) Appoint competent assessment team Specify assessment modules, sub-modules and TOEs For each sub-module, specify targets of evaluation (TOEs) Each TOE relates to a specific clause of the referenced standard Map object of assessment to TOEs Select assessment tools and techniques Gather data using templates or similar Evaluate data for conformity with specified TOE requirements Identify and deal with non-conformities Prepare and finalise report of assessment, providing full evidence of conformity Prepare and issue certificate Carry out surveillance and re-assessment as required to maintain certification
17	Thank you for your attention To find out more about The 61508 Association please visit www.61508.org