Safe operation of pressure equipment is critical to prevent harm to people, equipment, and the environment. Ensuring compliance with regulations minimizes risks and enhances reliability.

Regulations for the safety of pressure equipment 

Pressure equipment is considered as dangerous technical facilities, for which the safety is determined by: 

  • Design - construction and manufacture
  • Installation, attendance and maintenance 
  • Safety and control equipment
  • The physical state (in good condition)
  • Control – conformity assessment, inspection and periodic/other examinations etc. 
Which will prove that use of the equipment is safety and health secured.

Pressure equipment risks stem from confined energy. Overpressure in steam boilers can cause overheating, and leaks or explosions may result in severe injury or damage. 

Safety in the manufacturing, commissioning and operation of pressure equipment

Some of the damage that may occur by applying pressure equipment is rooted in e.g.:

  • Inappropriate construction and manufacture – of new equipment as well as alteration and repair
  • Insufficient care and maintenance
  • Degradation processes
  • Lack of control.
Especially the consequences of degradation processes may be more significant than it appears at first and they may not be easy to assess for the owner/user. They may require thorough knowledge and experience in assessing.

As to safety and health as well as considering legal aspects, it is therefore crucial that manufacturers, owners and users are constantly up-dated on the requirements for their pressure equipment. This applies to both new and already deployed pressure equipment.  

Requirements and rules for your pressure equipment 

In Denmark, all pressure equipment operating above 0.5 bar overpressure must comply with specific regulations governed by the Danish Working Environment Service. These regulations require periodic inspections and conformity assessments to maintain safety and compliance.

Key requirements:

  • Design and manufacturing standards: Compliance with safety criteria.
  • Inspection and maintenance: Regular assessments to ensure operational integrity.
  • Independent oversight: High-risk equipment may require third-party evaluations.

Who can supervise that your pressure equipment is safe?

As an independent, accredited inspection body, FORCE Certification A/S ensures your pressure equipment meets all safety, health, and compliance standards.  

FORCE Certification A/S is an accredited inspection body, type A according to DS/EN ISO 17020, cf. DANAK Reg. Nr. 9057.

Based on this accreditation, FORCE Certification A/S has been appointed notified body identification number 0200 (PED, SPVD and TPED) by the Danish Working Environment Service.

Our services include:

  • Design and installation approvals: Verifying conformity during initial setup.
  • Periodic inspections: Ensuring operational safety over time.
  • Failure and damage investigations: Identifying root causes and preventing recurrence.

Questions and ordering of inspection

If you have questions about your pressure-bearing system - or want to order an inspector for the statutory inspections of the system, please contact our planning office:

Phone:+45 60 43 94 31

Mail: forcedktryk@forcetechnology.com