Course Objective

Gain foundational knowledge and skills in explosion protection with our IECEx training course, specifically designed for Ex 001: Apply Basic Principles of Protection in Explosive Atmospheres. This program introduces the core principles of safety in hazardous environments, covering hazardous area classification, explosion protection techniques, and occupational health and safety standards. Equip yourself to understand and apply essential protection methods while ensuring compliance with global hazardous area certification requirements. Build a strong foundation for workplace safety and take the first step towards advancing your expertise in hazardous area operations.

Target Audience

All personnel working in engineering, design, procurement, construction, quality control, commissioning, operation, and maintenance can attend the basic principles preparatory course and also eligible to attend IECEx CoPC assessment. No minimum technical qualification is required; however, participants should have a basic knowledge of hazardous area & awareness of general HSE requirements in hazardous areas.

Course Outcome

• In-Depth Understanding of Explosion Protection Principles:
  Gain a thorough understanding of the basic principles of explosion protection, including key techniques such as flameproof, increased safety, intrinsically safe, and explosion-proof systems. Learn how to apply these methods effectively to ensure safety in explosive environments.
• Knowledge of Safety Standards and Compliance:
  Develop knowledge of the relevant safety standards and regulations required for working in hazardous areas. Understand how to implement these standards to ensure compliance with IECEx and other international safety frameworks, minimizing risks and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Practical Skills in Risk Assessment and Safety Measures:
  Learn how to assess and mitigate risks in explosive atmospheres. Understand how to create and follow structured procedures to ensure safety, maintain documentation, and improve communication within teams.

This IECEx training course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to apply basic protection principles effectively, ensuring a safer and more compliant working environment in explosive atmospheres.

Course Content

The course is based on the competence requirements described in OD 504 and the contents of international standards in the IEC 60079 series.

• Characteristics of explosive materials
• Classification of Ex areas
• Basic requirements for explosion protection
• HSE requirements for working in explosive atmospheres
• Regulations and responsibility for Ex equipment and installations in potentially explosive areas
• Certification systems for Ex equipment
• Ex protection methods
• Labelling Ex equipment
• Visually testing Ex equipment