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Industrial plants are complex systems in which work is carried out with combustible gases, dusts or vapors on a daily basis. A small spark is enough to trigger an explosion – with potentially devastating consequences for people, machines and the environment. That is why explosion protection is essential.

Technical safety concepts are essential for evaluating machines according to the current state of the art and identifying the need for modernization. The development of a safety concept requires the involvement of a wide range of stakeholders and their requirements and needs. You can find out how to do this here.

The extension of the risk assessment leads to challenges in retrofit projects. In order to meet the safety requirements of the Machinery Directive and the Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health, operators must expand their risk assessment to include technical aspects.