Regulatory conformity certification for equipment and machinery is a mandatory requirement, organizations and businesses involved in the production or trading of products listed under regulatory standards are required to obtain conformity certification.

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1. What is regulatory conformity certification for equipment and machinery?

Regulatory conformity certification for equipment and machinery verifies that products comply with technical regulations mandated by the government. It is a legal requirement for businesses, and only authorized certification bodies, like Vinacontrol, can perform these conformity assessments.

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2. List of equipment and machinery requiring regulatory conformity certification

As per Circular No. 01/2021/TT-BLĐTBXH issued by the Ministry of Labor - Invalids and Social Affairs, the following safety equipment must be certified for conformity:

• Head protection: industrial safety helmets

• Eye and face protection: welding goggles, masks, UV shields

• Respiratory protection: dust-filtering masks, gas-filtering respirators (excluding medical masks)

• Hand protection: cut-resistant, electric-insulating gloves (excluding medical gloves)

• Foot protection: anti-puncture, chemical-resistant, electric-insulating footwear

• Safety belts and fall protection systems

• Heat- and fire-resistant work clothing

• Elevators and elevator components

• Compressed gas cylinders with pressure over 0.7 bar

• Electric and manual hoists with lifting capacity of 1,000 kg or more

• Personal lifting platforms, excluding construction lifts

• Escalators and moving walkways

Vinacontrol is a trusted provider of conformity certification services for elevators and escalators

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3. Regulatory conformity certification process for equipment and machinery

• Step 1: Register for certification with an authorized body.
• Step 2: Conduct conformity assessment of the equipment or machinery.
• Step 3: Issue the conformity certificate and seal.
• Step 4: Perform annual surveillance assessments.

Vinacontrol’s conformity certification process

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4. Benefits of regulatory conformity certification process for equipment and machinery

✅ Legal compliance:

Certification demonstrates a commitment to meeting Vietnam’s safety standards and helps businesses reduce occupational accidents.

✅ Enhanced productivity & cost savings:

Certified equipment ensures stable operations, minimizes faults, and lowers production costs.

✅ Worker protection:

Certification protects workers by ensuring equipment safety, reducing accident risks.

✅ Risk mitigation:

Regular checks and certifications prevent safety hazards, safeguarding employees' health and lives.

✅ Market safety:

Non-compliant machinery is removed from circulation, protecting operators and enhancing company reputation.

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5. Trusted certification organization for machinery and equipment conformity

With over 67 years of experience, Vinacontrol is a leading conformity assessment organization in Vietnam, authorized by the Ministry of Labor - Invalids and Social Affairs and the Ministry of Construction to conduct equipment and machinery certification.

Why choose Vinacontrol?

☑️ Comprehensive support from highly skilled experts

☑️ Quick and cost-effective certification process

☑️ Trusted certification seal recognized nationwide

☑️ Extensive branch network across Vietnam for prompt service

For all service inquiries from Vinacontrol, please contact our hotline at 0243 943 3840 or chat with us for the best advice and support!