Embedding Safety by Design
Safety is a responsibility shared by those who design, build, and operate systems. It should be embedded within the technical architecture, operational workflows, and development practices from the very beginning—not introduced as a correction once a system is already built. The best outcomes are achieved when safety is considered early, at the point where fundamental design choices are being made. At the same time, we recognise that real-world development cycles often require flexibility. Support remains possible and effective even in later stages, provided the safety objectives are clearly understood and integrated with the available structure.
Safety Compliance in the UAE
Safety is a design and operational responsibility that should be considered from the first technical decision onward. In the UAE and across the GCC, the regulatory environment for safety is complex and fragmented, with different authorities responsible across sectors such as manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, logistics, and public administration. There is no uniform federal framework that covers all sectors comprehensively. Instead, it is distributed across multiple authorities—such as the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC), Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), and Dubai Municipality—each with their own scope and mandates.
Despite this fragmentation, support is available. We offer varying degrees of assistance depending on your situation and objectives. The best way forward is to approach us with a clear outline of your sector and the specific approvals or accreditations you are seeking within the UAE. Based on this, we will assess how and to what extent we can contribute to securing the relevant safety credentials for your product or project within the domestic regulatory framework.
Safety Compliance for Export
This is where our expertise comes to true use. We are well acquainted with the EU's New Legislative Framework and the structure of harmonised standards that support CE marking and related safety requirements. Compliance with these standards is mandatory for most product categories placed on the EU market. You must ensure your products meet essential health and safety requirements before they can be sold, and third-party conformity assessments may be required depending on the product type.
We are also familiar with the demands set by US-based independent organisations such as ANSI, UL, or OSHA, which often shape workplace and product safety for North American markets. Unlike the EU, certification by these bodies is typically voluntary in the United States. However, depending on your contractual obligations, your customer may require that your product be tested or certified according to these standards. In many cases, compliance with UL or ANSI standards becomes a de facto requirement, even if not mandated by law. OSHA standards apply to workplaces and are legally binding for employers, but not for product certification.
