Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU
This training provides a detailed introduction to the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU, which regulates the design, manufacture and conformity assessment of pressure equipment in the European Union.
Key issues include:
- Scope and application of PED 2014/68/EU
- Categorization of pressure equipment (Categories I-IV)
- Conformity assessment procedures and modules
- Essential safety requirements and related standards (EN/ISO)
- Welding and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Requirements to Ensure Compliance
- Roles and responsibilities of manufacturers and notified bodies
- CE marking process and required technical documents
Who should participate?
- Engineers and designers working with pressure systems
- Quality Assurance and Compliance Specialists
- Welding coordinators and inspectors
- Manufacturers and suppliers of pressure vessels, piping and related components
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Training program: Pressure Equipment Directive (PED 2014/68/EU)
Introduction to the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
- The origins and importance of PED in ensuring the safety of pressure equipment in the EU
- How Compliance Impacts Security, Risk Reduction and Market Access
- Historical evolution of regulations leading to PED 2014/68/EU
A new approach in directives
- Overview of the New Approach regulatory system, harmonised standards and CE marking
- Relationship of PED to other EU directives such as the Machinery Directive and ATEX
- Main principles: presumption of conformity, essential safety requirements and participation of notified bodies
Structure of PED 2014/68/EU
- Division of the directive into key sections: General Provisions, Safety Requirements, Conformity Assessment and Final Provisions
- Overview of annexes covering classification, procedures and technical criteria
- Practical tips for navigating PED regulations
Scope and exclusions
- Types of regulated pressure equipment including tanks, pipes and safety components
- Exclusions such as low-pressure systems, nuclear power plant equipment and products covered by other directives
- Pressure and volume thresholds determining the application of the directive
Key Definitions
- Explanation of terms such as "pressure equipment", "assembly", "maximum allowable pressure" and "fluid groups"
- Differences between "devices", "assemblies" and "pipelines" in PED terminology
- The importance of standardized definitions for regulatory consistency
Technical Compliance Requirements
- Overview of Pressure Equipment Safety and Performance Criteria
- Design, manufacturing and inspection standards to ensure compliance
- Recognized EN/ISO standards for materials and manufacturing processes
Free movement of goods
- How PED compliance enables unrestricted trade in the European Economic Area (EEA)
- Benefits for manufacturers, suppliers and end users
- Coordination between EU Member States to prevent trade barriers
Obligations of economic entities
- Manufacturers' obligations: ensuring design compliance, maintaining documentation and applying CE marking
- Importers' and distributors' obligations to verify compliance and maintain traceability
- Requirements for user manuals and after-sales obligations
Presumption of conformity
- The role of harmonized standards in demonstrating compliance with PED safety requirements
- Explaining the “presumption of conformity” for manufacturers
- Commonly used PED standards (e.g. EN 13445 for pressure vessels)
Classification of fluids
- Fluid categorization:
- Group 1: Hazardous substances
- Group 2: Non-hazardous substances
- Impact on design, production and risk assessment of devices
- Examples of Classified Fluids and Their Related Safety Requirements
Conformity Assessment Process
- Overview of available conformity assessment modules (A, B, C1, D, E, H etc.)
- Selection criteria depending on pressure, volume and fluid category
- The role of notified bodies in assessing conformity and issuing certificates
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
- Detailed requirements for preparing a Declaration of Conformity
- Key elements: device identification, standards used and manufacturer data
- Obligations regarding the issuance and storage of DoC
CE marking process
- The meaning of the CE mark on pressure equipment
- Steps: Design Approval, Evaluation, Documentation and Testing
- Common mistakes and penalties for CE marking violations
Compliance enforcement and control activities
- Consequences of non-compliance include fines, recalls and sales bans
- Market surveillance measures taken by national authorities
- Case Studies on Enforcement Actions Against Non-Conforming Products
Transition to PED 2014/68/EU
- Guidelines for the transition from the old regulations to the current directive
- Compliance requirements for existing devices
- Key Deadlines and Implementation Dates
Essential Safety Requirements (ESR)
- Discussion of the ESRs from Annex I, including:
- Design safety
- Production standards
- Minimizing operational risk
- Application of risk assessment and compliance techniques
Material Compatibility
- Criteria for selecting safe and durable materials
- Certification and traceability of pressure equipment materials
- Standards for material testing and documentation
Specific requirements for pressure equipment
- Additional regulations for specialist equipment, including boilers and pipelines
- Requirements for safety accessories and assemblies
- Inspection and maintenance obligations throughout the device life cycle
Benefits of training:
Participants will gain practical knowledge to ensure compliance with PED 2014/68/EU, understand certification processes and implement best practices in the design, production and inspection of pressure equipment.
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