Course Objective

Gain essential knowledge and skills in the installation and testing of explosion protection equipment with our IECEx training course designed for Ex 003 & Ex 006: Explosion Protection Equipment Installation & Testing. This program equips you with the expertise to install, verify, and test explosion protection systems, ensuring they meet safety standards and regulatory requirements. Enhance your ability to perform accurate testing and maintenance, ensuring compliance and the ongoing safety of hazardous area operations.

Target Audience

All personnel working in installation & testing of electrical equipment can attend the preparatory courses. A minimum technical education with a minimum of 3 years of work experience in industrial electrical installation & testing practice can attend IECEx CoPC assessment. IECEx Ex 001 certification of competence is a pre-requestee to attend IECEx Ex 003 & Ex 006 CoPC assessment.

Course Outcome

• In-Depth Understanding of Installation and Testing Standards:
  Gain comprehensive knowledge of the international codes and standards related to the installation and testing of explosion protection equipment. Learn to apply these standards to ensure that equipment is installed correctly and meets safety requirements for hazardous areas.
• Mastery of Explosion Protection Equipment and Testing Techniques:
  Understand the principles of various explosion protection systems, including flameproof, intrinsically safe, and pressurized equipment. Develop practical skills to install and test these systems effectively, ensuring they perform optimally in hazardous environments.

• Proficiency in Safety Procedures, Risk Management, and Compliance:
  Learn how to implement structured installation procedures and conduct thorough testing and risk assessments. Enhance your ability to identify potential hazards, mitigate risks, and ensure that all equipment complies with safety regulations and standards.

  This IECEx training course equips participants with the technical expertise, practical skills, and confidence to safely install and test explosion protection systems, contributing to compliance and the overall safety of operations in explosive atmospheres.

Course Content

The course is based on the competence requirements described in OD 504 with particular emphasis on the IEC 60079-14 norm. It is intended as a preparatory course covering topics in IECEx certification for:

Unit 003 Installing Ex Equipment

• General information on Ex installations
• Fitting requirements associated with protection methods
• Requirements for cable extension
• Identification of equipment and protection methods
• Documentation requirements

Unit 006 Testing Ex Installations

• Measuring insulation resistance
• Functional testing of equipment
• Typical faults and defects
• Checking and correcting documentation