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IEC 61508-1:1998 ED1

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Note: This standard has a new edition: IEC 61508-1:2010 ED2

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Abstract

Sets out a generic approach for all safety lifecycle activities for systems comprised of electrical and/or electronic and/or programmable electronic components (electrical / electronic / programmable electronic systems (E/E/PESs)) that are used to perform safety functions. This unified approach has been adopted in order that a rational and consistent technical policy be developed for all electrically-based safety-related systems. Is intended to facilitate the development of application sector standards. Has the status of a basic safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104. The contents of the corrigendum of April 1999 have been included in this copy.

Document information

  • Standard from IEC
  • Published:
  • Withdrawn:
  • Edition: 1
  • Version: 1
  • Document type: IS
  • ICS 13.110
  • ICS 25.040.40
  • ICS 29.020
  • ISO TC TC 65/SC 65A

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