Course catalogue

This course is designed to provide electrical professionals with the essential foundational knowledge required for working in explosive atmospheres (Ex areas), in accordance with applicable Norwegian and international requirements.

The course is structured according to EX-KOMP:2021 and covers the key standards, regulations, and practical skills needed to work safely and in compliance within Ex areas.

1. Standards Framework – International and National Ex Standards

2. Regulatory Requirements

3. Course Content – Competence Requirements According to EX-KOMP:2021

The course provides the necessary foundational knowledge for working according to FEK and EX-KOMP and can be included as documented training in the company’s competence matrix.

À l'issue de ce cours, vous devriez pouvoir:

•  Expliquer l'importance de la prévention des déversements

•  Identifier les sources de déversements potentielles

•  Décrire les impacts environnementaux potentiels associés aux déversements

•  Décrire les contrôles réglementaires associés à la prévention et à l'intervention en cas de déversement

•  Expliquer l'objectif des plans d'urgence en cas de pollution par hydrocarbures (PUPH)

•  Identifier les actions à prendre et les exigences en matière de signalement en cas de déversement, et

•  Décrire les actions quotidiennes que tout le personnel peut prendre pour empêcher des déversements mineurs

This course is made for personnel who organize or perform: planning, installation, inspection and maintenance of Ex equipment.

The course gives an introduction and repetition in different subjects treated in the IEC 60079 Standard (NEK EN 60079).

The course duration is 5 hours and is valid for 5 years

The course can also be taken as a refresher course for Ex maintenance

Themes:

• Fundamental Ex philosophy, refresher

• Preparing and installing electrical equipment in hazardous areas

• Inspection and maintenance of electrical equipment in Ex areas

• Understand what maintenance tasks can be done locally, and what must be performed by an authorized workshop

• Give candidates for CompEx certification a solid background for the theoretical assessment

Kurset er for utførende personell som har arbeid som kan påvirke sikkerheten for elektriske anlegg ved bruk av mulige tennkilder

Kurset er i hht EN IEC 60079-14, NEK 420, Petroleumsloven, ATEX- Direktivet.

Who is this course for?

Personnel who require awareness and understanding of the hazards and controls of common compressed air uses.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to encourage the safe use of compressed air and describes the ways in which compressed air can be dangerous as well as how to minimise the risks of such dangers occurring

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introducted  to safe use of compressed air and describes the ways in which compressed air can be dangerous as well as how to minimise the risks of such dangers occurring

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.