Reverse engineering helps uncover hidden design assumptions, undocumented changes, or degraded safety barriers in existing systems. By reconstructing how equipment or processes actually function, safety managers can:

  • Detect unsafe modifications or wear-and-tear.

  • Ensure compliance with established safety protocols.

Reverse engineering is not just a technical tool, but a safety assurance mechanism across the entire lifecycle of industrial systems. It enables organizations to:

  • Understand what exists,

  • Verify it against safety and legal requirements, and

  • Enhance system reliability while minimizing health, environmental, and legal risks