Beyond Compliance Building Confidence in Every Asset, and Operation

In an era where industrial operations are becoming increasingly complex, interconnected, and risk-intensive, safety, quality, and reliability are no longer mere compliance imperatives—they are strategic enablers of sustainable growth. From manufacturing and infrastructure to energy and process industries, organizations today are under mounting pressure to ensure asset integrity, workforce safety, environmental responsibility, and regulatory alignment across the value chain.

Against this backdrop, IRClass Systems and Solutions Pvt Ltd (ISSPL) has emerged as a trusted assurance partner, delivering integrated inspection, testing, certification, and advisory services that go beyond statutory requirements. Backed by deep technical expertise, global accreditations, and a forward-looking embrace of digital technologies, ISSPL is helping industries transition from reactive compliance to proactive risk management—shaping safer, smarter, and more resilient industrial ecosystems in India and beyond, discovers  Industrial Safety Review in an interview with Vinay Kshirsagar, Managing Director, ISSPL. Excerpts:

Q1 ISSPL has built a strong legacy through its technical expertise, inspection capabilities, and commitment to safety and quality. How does the Company’s mission align with the broader objectives of promoting reliability, safety, and environmental responsibility across industries?

ISSPL’s mission is to “promote quality, health and safety, and the protection of our environment by being a safer, smarter, and greener organization.” This directly aligns with the global requirement for dependable technical inspection, testing, certification (TIC), technology, and cybersecurity services that enhance asset integrity, prevent incidents, and support sustainable industrial operations.

By delivering integrated TIC solutions across the value chain, ISSPL enables industries to uphold high standards of operational reliability, reduce risk, and strengthen safety and environmental stewardship. Our approach goes beyond compliance to encourage a culture of proactive safety, accountability, and continuous improvement — fundamental to long-term resilience.

Upholding Reliability
ISSPL’s deep technical expertise and specialized inspection capabilities help organizations:
• Reduce operational failures
• Enhance asset lifecycle performance
• Strengthen confidence in critical infrastructure

Advancing Safety
Through NDT, statutory inspections,
and quality assurance services, ISSPL helps clients:
• Prevent workplace incidents
• Comply with national and international safety standards
• Protect workers, communities, and end-users

Supporting Environmental Responsibility
Our verification processes ensure
the integrity of high-risk assets,
helping to:
• Prevent spills, leaks, and catastrophic failures
• Improve energy efficiency
• Enable environmentally responsible industrial operations

Q2 Industrial safety and quality requirements are rapidly evolving across sectors such as manufacturing, engineering, process industries, and infrastructure. How does ISSPL ensure that its inspection, assessment, and certification services remain aligned with global standards and emerging regulatory expectations?

ISSPL maintains alignment with global standards and regulatory expectations through a structured, multi-dimensional approach.

Global Standards Monitoring
ISSPL closely tracks updates from internationally recognized bodies such as ISO, API, ASME, ASTM and other sector-specific institutions to ensure our methodologies remain current and technically robust.

Regulatory Watch Mechanisms
A structured regulatory-watch system monitors:
• National and international legislation
• Industry-specific safety directives (OSHA, EU Machinery Directive, environmental regulations)
• Emerging policy and regulatory trendsThis enables early adaptation of services and practices in anticipation of evolving requirements.

Accreditations & Conformity with International Norms
ISSPL maintains accreditations including:

• ISO 17021, ISO 17065, IATF Rule 6, ISO 22003-1, ISO 27006-1 (Certification)
• ISO 17020 (Type A Inspection Body)
• ISO 17025 (Testing Laboratories)
These accreditations reinforce impartiality, competency, & standardized service delivery.

Industry Collaboration
Participation in professional bodies, technical forums, and standard-development committees ensures ISSPL remains updated on emerging risks, regulatory drivers, and best practices.
Integrated Service Framework
With inspection, testing, certification, and advisory services under one umbrella, ISSPL provides comprehensive compliance support, enabling industries to meet both present and emerging global requirements.

Q3 Management systems certification continues to be a critical pillar of organizational excellence. How is ISSPL strengthening and expanding its management systems certification offerings to support industry in achieving higher levels of safety, quality, and operational maturity?
ISSPL, through its certification arm IRQS, offers a wide range of management systems certification services across industrial sectors. Recognizing rising expectations around governance, sustainability, and ESG performance, ISSPL has expanded into new domains such as ESG, GHG verification, validation, and sustainability-related certification.
These services support organizations in enhancing safety, quality, environmental performance, and governance structure, enabling long-term operational maturity and resilience. Through our audits and certification programs, clients strengthen process control, risk mitigation, safety management, and continuous improvement across their operations.

Q4 Testing and laboratory services play a vital role in validating product reliability, material quality, and compliance. How is ISSPL enhancing its testing capabilities and laboratory infrastructure to meet the growing needs of industries and support end-to-end quality assurance?
ISSPL operates a dedicated testing division viz. ISSPL Labs– offering a comprehensive portfolio of analytical and material testing services critical for industrial compliance and quality assurance. By investing in upgraded facilities, advanced equipment, and adherence to ISO-accredited testing protocols, ISSPL ensures high reliability, repeatability, and traceability of results — supporting end-to-end quality validation for diverse industrial sectors.

Q5 Sectors like construction, heavy engineering, and industrial manufacturing face significant operational and workforce safety challenges. How does ISSPL’s approach to safety, quality management, and risk mitigation help reduce incidents and improve overall operational reliability?

ISSPL adopts an integrated approach to enhance safety, quality, and risk management across high-risk industrial environments.

Strengthening Safety Culture
• Robust SOPs and risk-control measures aligned with regulations
• Safety audits, hazard identification (HAZID), and risk assessments
• Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) programs
• Mandatory trainings, toolbox talks, and emergency response preparedness

Quality Assurance & Control
• ISO-driven QA/QC protocols
• Material and equipment inspections
• Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and structured documentation
• Real-time monitoring for traceability

Competency Development
• Skill-based competency mapping
• Targeted training and refresher programs
• Defined responsibilities to avoid communication gaps

Through comprehensive TIC services — inspection, NDT, testing, and certification — ISSPL ensures safety and quality are embedded throughout the operational lifecycle, significantly reducing the likelihood of failures, incidents, and non-compliance.

Q6 ISSPL plays a key role in supporting industries through technical assessments, conformity evaluation, and standardization support. How does the company contribute to strengthening industrial safety and quality frameworks in high-risk sectors such as oil & gas, energy, and infrastructure?
ISSPL provides critical conformity assessment, technical evaluation, and standardization support across high-risk sectors including oil & gas, energy, infrastructure, and heavy industries.Our accredited inspection, testing, and certification services offer independent, third-party validation of safety, quality, and environmental compliance. This objective oversight strengthens sector-wide governance, reduces operational risks, and ensures adherence to stringent regulatory frameworks. By combining technical expertise with impartial evaluation, ISSPL enhances stakeholder confidence and contributes to safer, more reliable industrial ecosystems — particularly where failures carry significant financial, environmental, or human consequences.

Q7 Sustainability, ESG compliance, and energy-efficient operations are now core priorities for industry. How is ISSPL integrating sustainability principles into its audit, advisory, and inspection services to help clients transition toward responsible and resilient operations?
ISSPL, through IRQS, has introduced a comprehensive range of sustainability services including ESG and GHG verification, validation, and certification. These services help organizations demonstrate transparent adherence to environmental and governance expectations and integrate sustainability into their operational and strategic frameworks. Through advisory, training, and certification support, ISSPL assists clients in embedding energy-efficiency, environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and risk-aware practices — enabling a transition toward responsible, resilient, and future-ready operations.

Q8 Capacity building and knowledge enhancement are essential for strengthening industry-wide awareness of safety and quality. How does ISSPL contribute to training, skill development, and dissemination of best practices among industry stakeholders?
ISSPL and its subsidiaries, directly and in collaboration with other entities in the industry, conduct and support awareness programs, technical training, and sector-specific development initiatives that promote a broader culture of safety, quality, and compliance — extending benefits beyond direct clients to the wider industrial community.

Q9 Could you highlight some recent milestones, high-impact projects, or noteworthy assignments where ISSPL’s expertise has contributed to improved operational safety, compliance, or performance for its clients?

Entry into Cybersecurity
Acquisition of a 40% stake in eProtect 360 Solutions, enabling offerings in cybersecurity resilience, managed security services, anti-ransomware solutions, and GRC tools.

Strategic Alliance with GlobalLogic
Launch of an AI-driven industrial transformation partnership to deliver digital and automation solutions across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Marine, Power, Construction, Ports, and Automotive.

Expansion of ESG and Sustainability Services
Introduction of ESG, GHG verification, and sustainability certification offerings through IRQS.

These milestones demonstrate ISSPL’s proactive evolution to meet emerging industrial needs and contribute to long-term sectoral resilience.

Q10 Looking ahead, what are ISSPL’s strategic priorities for the next 3–5 years? How do you envision the Company’s role evolving in shaping the future of industrial safety, technical inspection, and quality enhancement in India and globally?
ISSPL aims to evolve into a comprehensive, technology-driven assurance partner across India and global markets. Our strategic priorities include:

Expansion of TIC Services
• Broaden inspection, testing, and certification offerings
• Strengthen sector presence in process, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure
• Scale laboratory and field capabilities

Strengthening Sustainability & ESG Services
• Enhance ESG and GHG verification
• Support energy-efficiency and environmental compliance initiatives

Digital Transformation & Technology-Enabled Assurance
• AI-assisted inspections
• Remote inspection technologies
• IoT-based condition monitoring
• Real-time digital reporting and dashboards
• Predictive risk and failure analytics

Competency Development & Specialized Expertise
• Building advanced technical capabilities
• Strengthening domain-specific skill programs

Expansion of Value-Added Services
• Asset integrity management
• Risk-based inspection (RBI)
• Integrated safety management systems
• ESG and sustainability audits
• Vendor audits, QA programs, and technical due diligence
Through these initiatives, ISSPL will continue shaping the future of industrial safety, quality, and compliance, contributing to safer, more reliable, and sustainable industrial growth.