Ex 001, Ex 003, Ex 004, Ex 006, Ex 007, Ex 008 – Ex Technician (Equivalent to CompEx and EEHA)
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This course covers the basic principles of protection in explosive atmospheres of plant and machinery outlined in IECEx 60079 series and OD 504
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The explosion-protection aspects of conducting initial, periodic and sample audit inspections of explosion-protected equipment and installations
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Explosion-protection aspects for installing explosion-protected and associated equipment and wiring systems
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The explosion-protection aspects for maintaining explosion-protected and associated equipment and wiring systems including plant maintenance schemes
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Testing electrical installations for explosive atmospheres
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This Unit of Competence covers evaluating the completeness of a hazardous area verification dossier and compliance of the explosion-protected aspects of the electrical installations within the constraints of a visual or close inspection
Electrical technicians/tradesman working in or associated with Explosive Atmospheres
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Competence in this unit requires a degree, diploma or equivalent in a technical subject such as College Certificates
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For an operative a minimum 3 years’ experience in general electrical installation practice
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For a responsible person a minimum 3 years’ experience in Hazardous Area installation practice
Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
Unit Ex 003 – Install explosion-protected equipment and wiring systems
Unit Ex 004 – Maintain equipment in explosive atmospheres
Unit Ex 006 – Test electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
Unit Ex 007 – Perform visual and close inspection of electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
Unit Ex 008 – Perform detailed inspection of electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
4 Days
Written exam & practical inspections
IECEx CoPC – Certificate of Competency issued by CTE, Australia
All applications are to be submitted (with full documentation) via email (enquiry@ptaset.com) at least 7 working days prior to course commencing date. Successful applicants will receive the course confirmation and payment advisory email. Registration is only confirmed upon full payment of course fees.