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03 Jun 2026

Inspection of compressed air systems in Belgium: compressed air tanks and requirements by region

Many companies use compressed air tanks to store compressed air. Because these compressed air systems are under pressure, they pose certain risks. Corrosion or a defective safety valve can have serious consequences for people, the environment, and business continuity. To ensure safety and comply with environmental regulations, companies in Belgium must have their compressed air tanks inspected. However, the specific requirements vary by region: Flanders, Brussels, and Wallonia each have their own regulations. This article provides a clear overview of the most important requirements and key considerations in the three regions.

12 Mar 2026

Emergency Lighting Inspection: When Is It Required in Belgium?

When a building is suddenly plunged into darkness—due to a fire, power outage, or other malfunction—emergency lighting is often the only system left to provide guidance. Yet in practice, we find that organizations in Belgium often overlook the inspection of emergency lighting. Implementation is particularly behind schedule in Wallonia. Yet various regulations explicitly require this inspection, such as the Walloon Tourism Handbook. This creates a risk for many organizations. This is not because organizations ignore safety, but because fire safety requirements are fragmented and difficult to keep track of.

07 Jul 2026

A Safe Event with Normec BTV

Whether it’s a lively festival, an impressive corporate event, or a local fair: safety always comes first. At Normec BTV, we understand this better than anyone. That’s why we offer specialized inspections for the critical components of every event. This way, you can welcome your audience with confidence and guarantee a safe event with Normec BTV!

29 Jun 2026

Inspecting Personal Protective Equipment: Why PPE for Fall Protection Is Often Overlooked

Inspecting personal protective equipment (PPE) is an essential part of working safely at heights. Yet in many organizations, safety harnesses, lanyards, and other fall protection PPE tend to fall by the wayside more quickly than larger pieces of equipment. This creates the risk that inspections won’t be performed on time or that an overview of the equipment will be lost.

07 Jul 2026

Want to ride the elevator with peace of mind? Normec BTV takes care of the inspection for you!

Passenger elevator inspections: preventive inspections, risk assessments, post-modernization inspections, or final inspections—Normec BTV can handle it all!

03 Mar 2026

Changes to AREI 2026

At first glance, the AREI changes taking effect on April 1, 2026, may seem technical. But for you as a prevention consultant, they are primarily strategic. Because in the event of an incident, people don’t just look at the installation. They look at your follow-up procedures and demonstrable compliance. The changes primarily fall into three areas. The question is: Have you already assessed them against your current installation?

21 May 2024

A Week Following in the Footsteps of Our Inspector: Hitchhiking

A Week in the Footsteps of Youssef Meet Youssef Chennoufi, one of the key members of our Brussels elevator team. Together with his colleagues, he braves the daily hustle and bustle of the Brussels-Halle-Vilvoorde region to ensure you can step into an elevator with complete peace of mind. How does he do it? You’ll find out in this article about his workweek.