
Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)

PRACTICALITIES
Locations: TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium, Wingepark 41, 3110 Rotselaar
Trainer: Frank De Bondt
Timing: full day training on 29 April
Investment: €675 (excl. VAT)
Language: English
Topics that will be discussed in this course
- A short history on CE-marking
- New (Global) Approach Directives and Regulations
- Pressure Equipment Directive (2014/68/EU)
- General (History, Scope, Specifics & Exclusions)
- Definitions
- Essential safety requirements
- How to comply
- Hazard categories
- Conformity Assessment Procedures or Modules
- Involvement of a Conformity Assessment Body
- CE marking and Certificate of Conformity
- Assemblies
- Lessons learned


About the trainer
Frank De Bondt brings more than 25 years of experience in pressure equipment, conformity assessment, and European regulatory frameworks. With decades of hands-on industry experience, he guides companies through the technical and procedural requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive and related standards. He also lectures at KU Leuven Campus De Nayer, where he teaches welding engineers. His clear, pragmatic teaching style helps participants translate regulatory obligations into practical solutions.