Service

PSE Testing

Photosensitive Epilepsy Screening

Official Harding FPA testing for Ofcom, HBBTV and global broadcaster compliance. Frame-accurate pass certificate, plus optional automated remediation for failing sequences.

HARDING FPA ANALYZERPSE SCAN
FAIL THRESHOLD
Luminance flash
FAIL @ 01:22:04
Red flash
PASS
Spatial pattern
PASS
Extended flashing
PASS
Auto-fix preview: flash attenuation map ready
Overview

Don't fail at the final hurdle.

Broadcasters across the UK, Europe and Japan mandate that all content passes a Photosensitive Epilepsy test before transmission. Failing means immediate master file rejection — a costly delay right before delivery.

We run the industry-standard Harding FPA (Flash and Pattern Analyzer) algorithm, the same software used by Ofcom, the BBC and major Japanese broadcasters. Every frame is analysed for dangerous luminance flashes, red flashes, extended spatial patterns and stroboscopic sequences.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION● VERIFIED
AlgorithmHarding FPA (Cambridge Research)
Luminance Flash> 3Hz with high contrast
Red FlashSaturated red transitions
Spatial Patterns> 25% of screen, > 5 stripes
CertificateOfficial pass / fail PDF
StandardsOfcom · HBBTV · NHK · BBC · ITV · C4 · Netflix
How It Works

From upload to delivery.

STEP · 01

Upload Master

Send your video master via our secure upload — any format up to 4K.

STEP · 02

Harding Analysis

Full file analysed frame-by-frame on certified Harding FPA hardware.

STEP · 03

Certificate Issued

Official pass certificate or detailed fail report with frame timecodes.

STEP · 04

Optional Remediation

If failed, we apply automated reduction filters to bring sequences into compliance.

What's Included

Everything in one workflow.

Harding FPA Certified

Industry-standard pass certificate required by every major UK and EU broadcaster.

Frame-Accurate Report

Detailed PDF logging every luminance flash, red flash and spatial pattern.

Optional Auto-Fix

Proprietary remediation filters bring failing sequences into spec without re-edit.

Luminance Flash

Detects flashes above 3Hz with high-contrast transitions.

Red Flash & Patterns

Catches saturated red transitions and dangerous stripe patterns over 25% of screen.

Global Compliance

Meets UK Ofcom, EU HBBTV, Japan NHK and major streamer requirements.

Who It's For

Built for real deliveries.

UK Broadcasters

BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Sky — all require Harding pass before transmission.

EU & Japan

HBBTV, ARD, ZDF, NHK and most European public broadcasters mandate PSE testing.

Streaming Platforms

Netflix, Amazon, Disney+ accessibility specs include PSE compliance for original content.

FAQ

Common questions.

How long does a Harding test take?

Most files are tested within 24 hours. Rush turnaround available for tight delivery windows.

What happens if I fail?

We deliver a detailed report showing exact frames and types of flashes/patterns. Optional auto-remediation can fix failing sequences without re-edit.

Is the certificate official?

Yes — issued from licensed Harding FPA software, accepted by all major UK and EU broadcasters as proof of compliance.

Do streaming platforms require this?

Increasingly yes — Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon include PSE compliance in original content delivery specs.

PSE Testing order console

Need a broadcast-safe PSE test?

Send your master through our secure workflow and receive a professional compliance report for broadcast or platform delivery.

Start PSE order
FilmDock

Engineer-led PSE testing and Blu-ray & DVD authoring for films, documentaries, TV content and trailers — compliance-ready screening and physical media release, delivered online.

Get in touchinfo@filmdock.io

Newsletter

Industry insights, workflow tips, and FilmDock updates. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

© 2026 FilmDock.io. All rights reserved.

HARDING FPAAES-256