Design Evaluation
What is a Design Evaluation?
Hazard assessments and design evaluations are two efficient methods for assisting manufacturers and brands in identifying product safety risks.
A Hazard Assessment is a thorough examination of your product for potentially hazardous design elements. Design evaluations are meant for items in the design phase and may be used to identify which tests should be performed on your product. These assessments give an in-depth study of your product for potentially harmful aspects, as well as recommendations for product design changes. The goal of both of these services is to assist you in making educated decisions about the design of your product to reduce recall and liability risks.
What are the key benefits?
• Evaluate safety issues related to design before production to minimize risks
• Reduce engineering time by identifying potential hazards at an earlier stage in the manufacturing process, so design modifications can be less costly
• Minimize the risk of costly recalls, returns and complaints
• Gain confidence in the products you deliver to market
• Enhance risk management and brand protection
Bureau Veritas collaborates with regulatory professionals, research analysts, and engineers to conduct Hazard Assessments and Design Evaluations. Our technical specialists provide comprehensive compliance and risk assessment for products, offering adaptable strategies for both large and small enterprises. We offer a wide range of services to assist with the reduction of possible dangers and the compliance of products with applicable rules and standards. With a wide range of services, we can help you take a comprehensive approach that includes:
Hazard Assessments
• Reviews for potentially hazardous or dangerous design features
• Evaluates the product to determine an appropriate age grade, if applicable
Design Evaluations – Basic Level
• Identifies mandatory and industry compliance requirements applicable to a particular product
Design Evaluations – Intermediate Level
• Includes a Hazard Assessment and Basic Level Design Evaluation listed above
• Provides an in-depth product review of potential design hazards and includes recommendations based upon industry best practices
• Offers an optional search for past product recalls
Design Evaluations – Advanced Level
• Includes all the features of an Intermediate Level Design Evaluation plus an analysis of injury data related to the product, including details of prior incidents involving similar products