Safety relays are intended to reliably monitor the signals from safety devices at all times and switch off quickly and reliably in an emergency. 1-channel and dual channel versions are available for the construction of safety applications. The internal logic of the safety relays monitors the safety circuits (emergency stop, guard door, and so on) and activates the enable paths in a fault-free condition. Upon actuation of the safety device or in the even of a fault, the enable paths are switched off. Any faults that occur in the control circuit, such as ground fault, cross connection fault or wire breakage are also detected.