The external interim CRES: Whether for short-term projects such as test tracks, development joint ventures, plant conversions or as a bridge until an internal specialist is appointed, hiring an external chief responsible electrical specialist (CRES) (even on an interim basis) can be a real benefit for companies – organizationally, legally and economically.

In the following, we will briefly show you 7 well-founded reasons why the temporary deployment of an interim CRES is worthwhile:

1. immediate assumption of contractor obligations in accordance with DIN VDE 1000-10

The external CRES assumes technical responsibility for electrotechnical operations – including the authority to issue instructions to electrotechnical personnel.

2. no delay at the start of the project

The interim CRES can be ready for action at short notice, sometimes even within a few days – especially for temporary assignments of just a few weeks or months.

3. legally secure bridging until internal staffing

Particularly in transitional phases, the external CRES protects management and specialist departments from liability risks and also brings a new perspective.

4. professional authority without conflicts of interest

The external CRES acts independently of the company’s instructions and is bound exclusively by the electrotechnical regulations (VDE, BetrSichV, IEC, ArbSchG).

5. clearly defined scope and timeframe

They are deployed exactly as agreed – without being tied to internal contracts or long-term resource planning.

6. relieve your internal managers

The interim CRES coordinates inspections, provides instructions and liaises with suppliers and specialist departments – remotely or on site – to ensure that your project runs as smoothly as possible.

7. optional specialist support for your future CRES

On request, we can qualify and support your new internal CRES directly during the course of the project – with practical relevance and standard-compliant handover.

✅ Conclusion:

An interim CRES is not a second-class interim solution, but a strategic instrument for safeguarding projects, productivity and compliance – especially in dynamic project phases or in the event of resource bottlenecks.

📩 We would be happy to discuss the appropriate framework for your specific case with you.
More information: https: //www.tcs-engineering.de/interim-vefk-verantwortliche-elektrofachkraft/

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If you would like to know more about the different roles, in particular those of the EiP, ESfdt, ESfdt and especially those of the CRES and their interaction, I recommend our publications, for example the audio book “Die Verantwortliche Elektrofachkraft: CRES-Struktur und Betriebliche Elektrosicherheit für Unternehmer, Fach- und Führungskräfte”. Information and sources of supply can be found on the usual audiobook portals and on the homepage tcs-engineering.de

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