How to ensure a safe is truly certified
To verify that a safe is genuinely certified and compliant with European security standards, it must include an official certification plate inside the safe.
This identification plate is issued by an accredited testing body and confirms the authenticity and security level of the safe.
✔️ Information that must appear on the certification plate
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Certification body
Example: C.N.P.P. (France), ECB-S, VdS, A2P, LPCB -
Certification number
Official approval reference -
Security class according to EN 1143-1
Indicates burglary-resistance level -
Serial number
Ensures product traceability -
Weight of the safe
Important for installation & insurance compliance -
Year of manufacture
Confirms production date and certification validity
💡 Techno Safe tip
If the certification plate is missing or incomplete, be cautious — the safe may not be officially approved or insurance-compliant.
Always choose a safe certified and labelled by recognised European laboratories for guaranteed protection.
