Design verification is a comprehensive, independent assessment that confirms your equipment design, including cranes and lifting systems, meets all relevant safety standards and legal requirements in Australia.
The design and operation of high-risk equipment in Australia, including pressure systems and cranes, is regulated to protect people, assets and the environment. Whether you are designing new systems, modifying existing plant or importing equipment, independent design verification is a critical step to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
We provide comprehensive, independent design verification services for pressure equipment, cranes and plant design registration across Australia. Our team is your trusted partner, delivering robust third-party reviews and certifications that give you the confidence to operate safely, efficiently and in full compliance with local legislation.
Key benefits for your business
- Compliance and risk mitigationMeet legal obligations under the Work Health and Safety General Regulations 2022, while identifying design flaws early to avoid costly rework and safety incidents.
- Safety and efficiencyEnsure your equipment, including cranes and lifting systems, meet the highest safety standards and accelerate project timelines with our streamlined review process.
- Global expertise, local insightLeverage SGS’s experience and deep local knowledge to meet both global best practices and regional requirements.
- Scalable, life cycle supportFrom concept to commissioning, we support every stage of your equipment life cycle, serving industries from manufacturing to infrastructure.
- Sustainability and innovationAchieve ESG goals through safe, efficient and compliant design practices tailored to your operational needs.
Design verification solutions
We offer a range of specialized services tailored to the design and operation of high-risk equipment in Australia. Our experts verify the design of:
- Pressure vessels, heat exchangers, boilers, piping systems and pipelines
- Cranes and lifting equipment, including fixed plant, mobile, land-based and offshore systems
We ensure your systems are designed in accordance with AS/NZS 1200, AS 1418 and other relevant international standards. Our services include:
- Design review and verification of drawings and calculations
- Assessment of materials, weld details and fabrication procedures
- Verification of seismic and wind loadings, equipment nozzle loads and lifting loadings
- Re-certification and fitness-for-purpose, end-of-life and lifetime extension assessments
- Review of imported equipment designs for local compliance
- Plant Design-Designer and Design Verifier Statements for plant registrations in Australian states
FAQ
Yes, design verification is mandatory under the Work Health and Safety General Regulations 2022 in Australia. It must be performed by a recognized inspection body.
The requirement is for a competent person. While specific local regulations may vary, for example, in Queensland, a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is mandated, design verification must generally be performed by an appropriately qualified and registered engineer.
Our team includes both RPEQ and Chartered Engineers, ensuring we meet the highest standards of competency and can comply with diverse regulatory requirements across Australia.
We are accredited to ISO 17020 and recognized globally for our inspection and verification services. Our certifications are trusted by regulators, industry leaders and compliance authorities across Australia and New Zealand.
We verify designs against AS/NZS 1200, AS 1418, recognized international standards and local approval codes of practice from SafeWork Australia. We also consider manufacturer-specific guidelines where applicable.
We verify pressure vessels, boilers, heat exchangers, piping systems, pipelines, cranes and lifting equipment. Our services cover both new designs and modifications to existing plants.
Yes, we review imported equipment designs to ensure they meet local compliance requirements and provide the necessary verification certificates for regulatory approval.
We provide design verification for clients in the following industries:
- Oil and gas
- Mining
- Construction
- Logistics
- Chemical processing
- Food and beverage
- Power generation
- Manufacturing
- Infrastructure and utilities
We issue:
- Plant Design-Designer and Design Verifier Statements (for Australian plant registration)
- Detailed review reports covering calculations, materials, loadings and fabrication procedures