Classification of Classified Technical Equipment
Classification of VTZ according to groups A, B, C
According to Decree of the Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family of the Slovak Republic No. 508/2009 Coll., classified technical equipment (VTZ) is divided into groups based on the level of risk posed during operation. This classification serves as the basis for determining the scope and frequency of official tests, revisions, and other inspections.
Main Equipment Groups
Gas Equipment
Groups A, B, C according to Decree No. 508/2009 Coll.
Electrical Equipment
Groups A, B, C according to Decree No. 508/2009 Coll.
Lifting Equipment
Groups A, B, C according to Decree No. 508/2009 Coll.
Pressure Equipment
Groups A, B, C according to Decree No. 508/2009 Coll.
Machinery
Machinery is assessed according to Government Ordinance of the Slovak Republic No. 436/2008 Coll.
Classification Principle
- Group
- Group A
- Group B
- Group C
- Degree of Hazard
- High
- Higher
- Lower
- Examples of Equipment
- Equipment with the highest potential risk — higher requirements for inspection and testing frequency
- Equipment with a higher level of risk
- Equipment with a lower level of risk — not classified in Group A or Group B
Specific examples of equipment and classification parameters can be found in the profile sections of individual VTZ types.