Engineering and test consultancy MIRA can now certify manufacturers for functional safety assessments, after becoming the first automotive facility in the UK to be accredited to deliver ISO 26262, 'Road Vehicles – Functional Safety'.
MIRA will carry out audits and assessments to ISO 26262, which is widely accepted as best practice for the development of electrical and electronic systems in vehicles.
"Growth of electronic systems in vehicles means increased awareness of functional safety issues and more demand for independent assurance that vehicles meet stringent safety levels," says Dr David Ward, head of functional safety at MIRA.
He adds: "Over the past 18 months, we have been working towards acquiring UKAS accreditation for Functional Safety (ISO 26262) to ensure we can meet changing industry demands for vehicle OEMs and companies utilising automotive electrical components.
"This accreditation will offer customers the benefit of an impartial, professional assessment that is recognised internationally as a measure of quality."
