We use data collected during an on-site review of the machine to define the high-level engineering details for the protective measures recommended by the risk assessment. The safety concept is the safety design specification for the machine – it identifies the safety inputs, safety outputs, and safety control devices needed to achieve the functionality and required reliability for each engineering solution.
An important aspect of this phase is reviewing how practical the recommended risk reduction measures are and confirming the ability to integrate them into the current machine controls. Potential solutions will be discussed with your engineering, operations, maintenance, and management teams to ensure the recommended risk reduction measures do not interfere with tasks that are performed on the machine. We use the information collected to develop the safety concept, and generate an engineering services agreement, which documents our mutual acceptance of the proposed solutions.