Objective

LO1: Outline the two ATEX Directives
LO2: Define explosive atmospheres
LO3: Introduce the Workplace Directive
LO4: Describe organisational and technical measures
LO5: Describe how to carry out a risk assessment for explosive atmospheres
LO6: Explain coordination duties
LO7: Explain the explosion protection document
LO8: Identify the different types of zones
LO9: Introduce the Equipment Directive
LO10: Explain the ATEX equipment classification system
LO11: Identify ATEX equipment markings
LO12: Explain the obligations of manufacturers, authorised representative importers and distributors

Target Group

Other Industries (military; leisure; aviation; public; others; etc.)

Prerequisites

No prerequisites are required to sit this course.

Examination

The assessment is taken during the course and is within the expected duration.

Course Contents

The aim of this course is to introduce you to the ATEX Directives. You will be provided with information that will enable you to comply with the minimum safety requirements for workplaces that use, and equipment used within, explosive atmospheres.