This document specifies the safety programme and the technical safety requirements that are implemented in order to conform to the safety policy defined in ISO 14300‑2. It is intended to protect flight and ground personnel, the launch vehicle, associated payloads, ground support equipment, the general public, public and private property, and the environment from hazards associated with space systems.
This document is applicable to all space projects where during any project phase there exists the potential for hazards to personnel or the general public, space flight systems, ground support equipment, facilities, public or private property, or the environment.
BSI recommends this version of standard for organisations operating in or with the UK. The ISO edition is available here if required.