Methods & Measures DatabaseComplete ASIL Compliance
Comprehensive database of ISO 26262 safety methods and measures organized by standard part. Access detailed tables with ASIL applicability ratings, implementation guidance, and recommended techniques for achieving functional safety compliance.
Complete Methods Database
Comprehensive catalog of 100+ safety methods and measures organized by ISO 26262 parts 2-12. Each method includes detailed descriptions, applicability criteria, ASIL ratings (A, B, C, D), and practical implementation guidance. Navigate through tables covering management processes, concept phase activities, system/hardware/software development, production, and supporting processes.
ASIL Applicability Ratings
Every method annotated with ASIL A, B, C, D applicability ratings following ISO 26262 standard tables. Understand which techniques are recommended (++), highly recommended (HR), or required (R) for each ASIL level. Filter and sort by ASIL requirements to build your safety case with appropriate methods for your integrity level.
Advanced Search & Filtering
Powerful search capabilities to find relevant methods by keyword, part, chapter, table number, or ASIL level. Filter tables by standard part (2-12), narrow down to specific topics, and quickly locate the exact method recommendations you need for your functional safety activities and compliance documentation.
Verification & Validation Methods
Comprehensive V&V techniques including requirements-based testing, fault injection, back-to-back comparison, interface testing, resource usage testing, control flow analysis, data flow analysis, and coverage metrics (statement, branch, MC/DC). Methods mapped to appropriate development phases and ASIL levels with implementation examples.
Safety Analysis Methods
Detailed tables for safety analysis techniques including FMEA, FTA, STPA, DFA, ETA, FMEDA, Markov analysis, and dependent failure analysis. Each method includes description, ASIL applicability, inputs/outputs, when to apply, and integration with other analyses. Supporting information for achieving hardware metrics (SPFM, LFM, PMHF).
Software Development Methods
Software-specific techniques including design and coding guidelines (MISRA C/C++, CERT), defensive programming, modularity and encapsulation, design by contract, static code analysis, dynamic analysis, semantic analysis, structured coverage (C0/C1/MC/DC), and architectural patterns for safety-critical software with AUTOSAR integration guidance.
Hardware Development Methods
Hardware-specific methods including design rules for error detection, failure mode coverage, common cause analysis, safety mechanism design, diagnostic coverage analysis, dependent failure analysis, proven-in-use argument, evaluation of hardware elements, and techniques for achieving ASIL-dependent hardware metrics targets per Part 5.
Detailed Method Explanations
Selected methods include in-depth explanations with definitions, objectives, application guidance, step-by-step procedures, inputs and outputs, artifacts produced, integration with other methods, common pitfalls, best practices, tool support, and real-world automotive examples from powertrain, chassis, and ADAS domains.
Continuously Updated Content
Methods database regularly updated with latest ISO 26262:2018 second edition content, amendments, clarifications, and emerging best practices. New method explanations added monthly. Coverage expanding to include Part 11 (semiconductors) and Part 12 (motorcycles) specific methods. Track updates and new additions to stay current.
Methods & Measures Coverage by ISO 26262 Part
Management of Functional Safety
Safety management methods, competency management, DIA, quality management, change management, configuration management
8+ methodsConcept Phase
HARA methods, situation analysis, hazard identification, safety goal derivation, FSC development techniques
12+ methodsSystem Level
TSC methods, system design, architectural metrics, safety mechanisms, verification and validation at system level
15+ methodsHardware Level
Hardware design rules, safety analysis, metrics calculation, diagnostic coverage, dependent failures, hardware V&V
18+ methodsSoftware Level
Software design, coding guidelines, unit testing, integration testing, static analysis, architectural patterns, V&V
25+ methodsProduction, Operation
Production control plan, field monitoring, operational procedures, change control, aging/wear analysis
6+ methodsSupporting Processes
Tool qualification, software components, hardware elements, proven-in-use, SEooC, interfaces, DIA
10+ methodsASIL-oriented Analysis
ASIL decomposition, coexistence analysis, dependent failures, safety analyses (FTA, FMEA, FMEDA, etc.)
10+ methodsGuidelines
Safety planning, specification of safety requirements, distributed development, PMHF calculation examples
8+ methods