Compliance without Complications
If the phrase “safety documentation” triggers flashbacks to complicated spreadsheets, dense standards, or unclear requirements—you’re not alone.
Siemens has answered that pain point with the TIA Safety Evaluation Tool—a no-cost feature embedded within the TIA Selection Tool that takes the stress out of creating safety evaluations for machines and automation systems. The latest updates to TIA Portal V20 further enhance project workflows, making it easier than ever to design and document compliant systems.
Whether you’re working under IEC 62061 or ISO 13849-1, this tool helps you perform compliant safety assessments, configure devices accordingly, and generate standardized documentation—without the guesswork.
What It Does (and Why You’ll Actually Use It)
The Safety Evaluation Tool walks you through building compliant safety functions using your project’s existing device data. From risk assessment to reporting, it simplifies the process with a clear, visual interface and guided workflows.
Key Features
- Choose your standard (IEC 62061 or ISO 13849-1) and let the tool guide you.
- Drag-and-drop components into a structured cause-and-effect safety chain (Detection → Evaluation → Reaction).
- Instant feedback on whether your configuration meets the required SIL or PL levels—color-coded for clarity.
- Supports Siemens devices and third-party devices via VDMA XML library import.
- Built-in reporting meets documentation requirements for compliance and audits.
- No coding, no complicated setups—just plug in your real-world project data and let the tool do the heavy lifting.
Who It’s For
Whether you’re using safety-ready controllers like the Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 or designing new automation systems from scratch, this tool is a game-changer for:
- Machine builders and system integrators looking to streamline documentation.
- Safety engineers aiming for precise, compliant configurations.
- Project managers and auditors who need transparent, verifiable records.
As long as you’ve performed a risk analysis and defined your safety functions, you’re ready to go.
Because Compliance Shouldn’t Be Complicated
Regulatory compliance is critical—but it shouldn’t cost you extra time, rework, or resources. Siemens’ tool puts the focus back on building safe, efficient systems without the usual red tape.
It’s built right into the TIA Selection Tool, meaning safety evaluation becomes part of your design workflow—not an afterthought.
