England - Module 1 & 2

In order to complete the Hazardous Area Course for Ex Repair, Overhaul and Reclamation both Module's 1 and 2 should be taken. If you are wanting to take either module or assessments independently, please contact us on +44 (0)1904 674 899.

Module 1 - Ex Theory

• Ignition sources in flammable gases, vapours and dusts
• Principles of Ex protection for gas and dust
• Temperature classification and groups of apparatus
• Certification, standards and marking
• Requirements and procedures of ATEX, DSEAR and BS EN IEC 60079-19
• Principles and repair methods for
• Ex d (Flameproof)​
• Ex e (Increased Safety)
• Ex nA (Incendive sparking)
• Ex tD (Dust)
• Other methods such as Ex p, Ex o, Ex i, Ex m, Ex q, Ex s, etc.
• Mechanical protection concepts:
• Ex c (Construction safety)
• Ex k (Liquid immersion)
• Installation, reinstallation, and testing
• Reports and records for ensuring the quality and management of repairs
• Legal requirements and safe working practices
• Assessment

Module 2 - Hands-on

Health and Safety aspects including 'Certificate of Safety' relating to receiving the equipment

Best workshop practices for:

• Receiving ​
• Dismantling
• Nameplate markings
• Testing
• Visual Inspection
• Terminals
• Joint types
• Air gaps
• Flamepaths
• Drilled holes
• Bearings
• Axial alignment
• Final reporting, inspection and tests
• Reassembly
• Welding and metal spraying advice
• Core tests, winding tests, phase balance tests, insulation tests, flash test.
• Tools, equipment and standards.