The Importance of Technical Certifications in Industrial Safety
Many industries are subject to stringent regulations that require regular inspections and compliance with both human and environmental safety standards – the tank storage sector is no exception.
Hazardous and flammable materials can pose a serious risk to human health and the environment if they leak, spill, or explode. Whilst our flame arresters and pressure/vacuum relief vents play a crucial role in preventing the propagation of flames and explosions, adhering to technical certification standards is at the core of what makes our products safe and reliable.
At Protectoseal, we have worked hard to achieve a variety of technical certifications at our facilities in the UK, USA, and India. In today’s blog, we will delve into the importance of these certifications and how they underpin our commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
Why are Technical Certifications Important?
Employee Protection and Safety
Our industry often deals with hazardous substances, processes and equipment. Obtaining the right technical certification ensures that safety measures are in place to protect workers from accidents, injuries, and fatalities. By adhering to specific standards, companies create a safe working environment for their employees and contractors.
Compliance with Regulations
Governments and regulatory bodies set strict workplace safety standards to which businesses must comply. Technical certifications can verify that a company meets these standards in order to both avoid legal penalties and reassure customers that they have complied with the standards. At Protectoseal, as well as adhering to industry regulations, we actively participate in the drafting and implementation of industry-wide regulations while also undertaking focused research and the testing of relevant products.
Customer and Stakeholder Trust
Technical certifications encourage companies to stay up-to-date with the latest best practices and regulatory requirements. This means that companies must stay ready to adapt and improve alongside changes in the industry. We have recently invested more than $5m in our manufacturing capabilities, ensuring we stay ahead of competitors and remain at the forefront of safety critical product development.
Environmental Protection
Our certifications, like ISO 14001, help us meet our environmental responsibilities. By adhering to these standards, we can minimize our carbon footprint, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and achieve sustainability goals. This not only benefits the environment but also improves the company’s reputation and overall operational efficiency.
Supply Chain Resilience
Having the right technical certifications also enables us to trade globally. They assure customers that we meet high standards of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility, facilitating stronger relationships and smoother business transactions.
At Protectoseal, we have a broad range of Technical and Business Certifications including:
ISO 9001 (Quality Management System)
ISO 9001 is a globally recognized standard for quality management. ISO 9001 is the most widely used quality management standard in the world and has a key focus on continuous improvement, meeting customer expectations, and commitment to quality.
Having this certification means that our customers can be confident that we have robust quality control processes in place. This certification also assures that our products are consistently high in quality and reliability, aligning with our goal to meet and exceed customer expectations.
ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System)
ISO 45001 is an international standard that specifies requirements for an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system. By implementing ISO 45001, we can demonstrate a significant commitment to reducing workplace incidents and managing OH&S risks. This certification enables us to better protect our employees and visitors while creating a safer, more productive, and more efficient work environment.
ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System)
ISO 14001 is the internationally recognized standard for environmental management systems (EMS). It provides a framework for organizations to design and implement an EMS and continually improve their environmental performance. In an age of heightened environmental consciousness and increasing global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion, at Protectoseal, we recognize the pivotal role we must play. By achieving ISO 14001 certification, we can demonstrate our commitment to regulatory compliance and ongoing environmental improvement. This certification has helped us minimize our environmental footprint and achieve our sustainability goals.
ATEX Certification
SIRA 10 ATEX M458 (Production/Product Quality Assurance)
ATEX certification is only awarded to equipment that has gone through rigorous testing as outlined in European Union directives. Products that are ATEX-compliant have been proven safe to use in specific environments with explosive atmospheres.
At Protectoseal, obtaining ATEX certification for our products means we meet the stringent safety requirements necessary for operating in potentially explosive environments. This certification ensures that our equipment, such as our flame arresters and pressure/vacuum relief vents, can be trusted to perform safely and reliably under the most challenging conditions in often arduous environments.
