Transform into a Recognised FSM Leader - In Weeks, Not Months

Master Functional Safety Management exactly as intended by the standards — and apply it immediately on the job.

Who This Course Is For

Functional safety professionals working at:

Industries: End Users, EPCs, OEMs, Integrators, Operators, Safety Equipment Manufacturers
Roles: Functional Safety Managers, Functional Safety Engineers

Prerequisite: basic knowledge of functional safety.

What You’ll Achieve

Implement FSM across your organisation with clarity
Pass audits and assessments with confidence
Lead the functional safety lifecycle with control
Apply FSM across IEC 61508, IEC 61511, EN 5012x
Build safety-case arguments for rail, process, and automotive industries

What’s Inside

19 short video lessons (10–20 min each)
Self-paced, start anytime - approximately 8 hours total.
FSM and standards: IEC 61508, IEC 61511, EN 5012x
Safety-case examples
Peer discussion forum
Certificate with advanced pathways

Certification & Recognition

Knowledge Certificate are part of this training: FS Specialist / FS Specialist with Distinction — Learn more
Higher Levels for those with experience: Progress to the certified role Professional, Expert or Master Functional Safety Manager — Learn more
Safety Passport®: Your certification is recorded in your public competence record — About Safety Passport

Outcome: a globally recognised credential with clear upgrade paths.

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Knowledge Certificate

Risknowlogy Certified Specialist™ in FSM

Risknowlogy Certified Specialist™ with Distinction in FSM

Role Certificate

Example Certification as Master FS Manager according to IEC 61508

“You’ll earn this globally recognised certificate — and can upgrade through our Pro Path to the highest level of mastery.”

Assessment

Open-book exam, available whenever you’re ready
Pass Guaranteed — Unlimited Free Retakes: If you don’t pass, retake for free until you succeed

Real-World Application

Safety-case templates for rail, process, and automotive sectors
Audit-readiness guides
FSM implementation blueprints
Tools to align leadership and justify business value

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Michel Houtermans
Functional safety expert since 1994. Founder of Risknowlogy. Trained 5,000+ professionals globally. Brings proven-in-use frameworks and practical tools.

What Participants Say

“Simple video collection that stays in memory forever.” — Srinivasan R., India
“Participants got new viewpoints and we reached the goal.” — Arto A., Finland
“Excellent course explaining FSM regardless of industry.” — Frank H., Germany
“Useful, engaging, boosted my confidence at work.” — Kia T., Finland

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the course start and finish?

Start anytime. It’s fully self-paced — you decide when you start and when you finish.

How long do I have access?

Unlimited access after enrolment, but you need to finish the exam within 4 week.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes. Pass the exam to earn a Risknowlogy Knowledge Certificate (FS Specialist / FS Specialist with Distinction). You can later pursue Role certification as certified Functional Safety Manager.

How difficult is the exam and what if I don’t pass?

The exam is open-book and online. One free retake is included. Additional retakes are available on request.

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