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If you operate an offshore platform or underground mine or if you supply. Atex explained the explosion protection regulations when electronic or electrical equipment of any type is intended for use in a hazardous area, the equipment must be atex certified as required by the eu directive 949ec. Atex generally refers to the hazard of explosive atmospheres occurring in the. It is an acronym from the french atmosphere explosible. The importance of atex regulations chris mee group cmse. Equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres atex equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres atex a potentially explosive atmosphere exists when a mixture of air gases, vapours, mists, or dusts combine in a way that can ignite under certain operating conditions. Our highly trained and experienced workforce provide full hazardous area atex inspection and testing, installation and maintenance services for workplaces that may contain or have activities that produce, explosive or potentially explosive atmospheres which can be caused by flammable gases, mists or vapours or by combustible dusts. Electrical considerations for atex inspections electrical. As of 1 july 2003, all other relevant national regulations have been abolished and directive 949ec, as transposed into the national legislation of the member states, is the sole legal instrument applicable. Sgs baseefa technical manager ron sinclair mbe, chairman of bsi committee exl31, cenelec tc31 and the iecex service.
The atex directive applies to all products used in hazardous locations and is. Atexdsear services atex is the name commonly given to the two european directives for controlling explosive atmospheres. Authorities and companies around the world find it easy to specify atex as the minimum standard for equipment used in mines, on platforms and at other dangerous sites. Atex regulations frequently asked questions health and. Atex nonelectrical certification has always been part of atex certification, however, the fact that even zone 1 certification could be self certified for nonelectrical equipment with the.
Thesechemicalscanalsoseriouslydamagethe environment. The atex directive consists of two eu directives describing what equipment and work environment is allowed in an environment with an explosive atmosphere. Authorities and companies around the world find it easy to specify atex as the minimum standard for equipment. The dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations 2002 dsear and eu directive atex 7 place a legal. Hazardex new standards for nonelectrical equipment. The iecex system operates alongside existing certification schemes such as the european atex product directive for hazardous location equipment. Electrical installations and regulations focuses on the regulations that apply to electrical installations and the reasons for them. Intertek guide to explosive atmosheres and hazardous locations 5 protection concepts atex and iecex type of protection symbol typical iec epl typical zones iec standard basic concept of protection electrical equipment for gases, vapours and mists g optical radiation op pr op sh op is gb ga ga 1,2 0,1,2 0,1,2 iec 6007928 iec 6007928 iec 6007928. This edition of the hazardous location guide coincides with the 2012 edition of the cec, effective through 2015, however may be superseded by new editions or amendments during that code cycle. To implement dsear or any iec ex based plant safety methodology it is necessary to. These regulations are contained in title 8 of the california code of regulations t8ccr. Pursuant to sections 169, 169a, and 169b of the electricity. A device which serves to limit the energy available to an intrinsically safe. He is a current practitioner in nonelectrical and assembly certification so you can be assured that the content is relevant and applied with a practical bias.
Atex certification coding explained coachella trading company. Jan 21, 2019 changes authorised by subpart 2 of part 2 of the legislation act 2012 have been made in this official reprint. Atex and iecex certification of nonelectrical equipment. This directive is more commonly known as the atex directive from the french. Atex dsear services atex is the name commonly given to the two european directives for controlling explosive atmospheres. Dsear training for explosion safety explosion risk assessment and area classification with dsear and atex.
The dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations 2002 dsear and eu directive atex 7 place a legal responsibility for all employers to protect its workforce against explosive environments in the workplace. Electrical installations and regulations 1st edition. Health and safety executive using electric storage batteries. After that date, products without atex certification will be illegal. In fact, it could be argued that electrical and hazardous atex inspections are best suited when completed simultaneously, as it demonstrates that the risks have been considered for both the. In addition, dnv gl can supply preevaluation services to assist our customers with gap assessment or understanding of the technical and compliance requirements prior to undertaking and approval project. Electricity safety regulations 2010 sr 201036 as at 21.
All equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, including machines, apparatus, fixed or mobile devices, control components. Atex is the name commonly given to the two european directives for controlling explosive atmospheres. Topics covered range from electrical science to alternating and. On july 1, 2003 the atex directive became mandatory in europe and governed by european law for all electrical and mechanical. The instructions shall take this into account in such a way that compliance with. The regulations apply at most workplaces where flammable substances are stored or used, for example, factories where flammable liquids are present or where flammable dusts are produced in the process.
The atex directive consists of two eu directives describing what equipment. Sgs baseefa technical manager ron sinclair mbe, chairman of bsi committee exl31, cenelec tc31 and the iecex service facility certification committee, looks at the work of international standards committee sc31m which is relevant to manufacturers of non electrical equipment and which will affect both atex and iecex certification. The atex directive directive 949ce applies to all products for systems designed to be used in explosive atmospheres. However, there also needs to be knowledge on what you are inspecting and. Atex explained the explosion protection regulations when electronic or electrical equipment of any type is intended for use in a hazardous area, the equipment must be atex certified as required by the eu. Atmospheres certification regulations 1990 in respect of electrical equipment for which a certificate of conformity to the harmonised standards was obtained in accordance with those regulations which shall be valid until 30 june 2003 unless it expires before that date provided that the electrical. Many companies do not give adequate consideration to the condition of their electrical installations in.
The brochure was put together carefully in conformance to the current status of. Pitworthiness considerations for manufacturers of ignition protected electrical equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in uk mines this is a webfriendly version of pitworthiness. Printable version is formatted for letter sized paper 8 12 x 11. The aim of directive 949ec is to allow the free trade of atex equipment and protective systems within the eu by removing the need for separate testing and documentation for each member state. Our highly trained and experienced workforce provide full hazardous area atex inspection and testing, installation and maintenance services for workplaces. For single standards, a single set of tests and assessments can support both iecex and atex. Its not harmonized with nfpa combustible dust standards and not considered by osha an acceptable certification for electrical equipment used in hazardous locations. With atex directive 201434eu previously 949ec, the european commu. Atex generally refers to the hazard of explosive atmospheres occurring in the workplace due to the presence of flammable gasses or combustible dust mixed in air, which can give rise to the risk of explosion. We provide atex inspections on a worldwide basis to organisations, operators, manufacturers and distributors, upstream and downstream and across. These regulations are administered by the ministry of business, innovation, and employment. Atmospheres certification regulations 1990 in respect of electrical equipment for which a certificate of conformity to the harmonised standards was obtained in accordance with those regulations which. The information in this booklet is valid for all atex valve islands of vs1826 series with profinet and ethernetip interface overrides any conflicting information in other documents. Under atex 201434eu to approach for mechanical nonelectrical equipment varies from the conformity assessment route for electrical equipment.
The recent antwerp port explosion and fire on the 26th february 2016, which occurred in a bunker where flammable wastes were stored, reminds us of the importance of atex regulations when dealing with. Atex 201434eu guidelines european commission europa eu. There have been a number of suggestions as to how the consumer unit may best be configured to comply with the regulations, the most common being a main switch with rcbos protecting each individual circuit. Further information on ex d hazardous area equipment. This requires it to be assessed as suitable for a particular explosive atmosphere type and for this to be marked on the equipment along with ce and atex markings. Under atex 201434eu to approach for mechanical non electrical equipment varies from the conformity assessment route for electrical equipment. Equipment group and category according to atex directive 949 ec.
Read on for more details about atex certification and its relevance in the united states. If it is known that gases and vapours of a hazardous nature could be present at various locations in a particular plant it would be very easy and convenient to say that the complete area of the plant is a hazardous zone and should be treated as such. In addition, dnv gl can supply preevaluation services to assist. It is only a matter of time until atex approval is a global standard but, as it stands. Topics covered range from electrical science to alternating and direct current supplies, as well as equipment for providing protection against excess current. Atex nonelectrical certification has always been part of. A device which serves to limit the energy available to an intrinsically safe circuit or system and which maintains the intrinsic safety of such a circuit or system under prescribed conditions. One of the aspects that is still a large topic of discussion is non electrical compliance. Examples are chemical processing, spraying of paint and varnishes. Atex zones explained association of electrical and. The phrase atex certification is often used in engine starting, but what exactly does it mean. Trinidad and tobago driving regulations booklets printable. On july 1, 2003 the atex directive became mandatory in europe and governed by european law for all electrical and mechanical equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Note 4 at the end of this reprint provides a list of the amendments incorporated. Gas explosion protection concepts for electrical equipment. Explosion protection theory and practice phoenix contact. Principles of explosionprotection 1 the history of explosionprotection and the legislative provisions the history of explosionprotection and the legislative provisions as early as 1909 concordia elektrizitatsaktiengesellschaft, later called ceag, began to manufacture firedampprotected electrical miners lamps for the mining industry. Atex is a uniquely european union directive for protection against explosive atmospheres. Equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres atex. If you are commissioning an electrical works in your premises, then you should check and specify that the installation is being carried out in accordance with the up to date wiring regulations. All equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, including machines, apparatus, fixed or mobile devices, control components and related instrumentation, detection or prevention systems, is governed over by these regulations. However, there also needs to be knowledge on what you are inspecting and testing and the application of a risk assessment to use them effectively. Atex dsear audits upgrade cottingham technical services ltd.
Driving regulations booklets printable choose the booklet you would like to print below, based on its contents. The atex regulations apply to both electrical and mechanical equipment, and. It is an acronym from the french atmosphere explosible, and can refer to two different european union directives, depending on context the fourth and fifth atex directives. An indispensable reference book for help and guidance on the iet wiring regulations bs7671. These are more commonly referred to as atex regulations.
Conformity assessment according to directive 949ec for electrical equipment. The directive defines the essential health and safety requirements and conformity assessment procedures, to be applied before products are placed on the eu market. The regulations apply to all equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres, whether electrical or mechanical, including protective systems. Many companies do not give adequate consideration to the condition of their electrical installations in relation to potentially explosive atmospheres, especially within older plants. The atex directive 201434eu covers equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
All new equipment must comply with the equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres regulations 1996 that implements the european atex directive. Electrical considerations for hazardous area atex inspections. The majority of non electrical equipment is covered by selfdeclaration of conformity by the equipment manufacturer see below conformity assessment routes. Atex generally refers to the hazard of explosive atmospheres occurring in the workplace due to the presence of flammable gasses or combustible. If it is known that gases and vapours of a hazardous nature could be present at various locations in a particular plant it would be. In addition, the regulations set out a revised structure for certification and testing of installations, which should be adhered to. Atex and electrical apparatus health and safety authority. Technically identical standards for electrical equipment since 2006. Calosha regulations on electrical safety require california employers to provide workers with a safe and healthful workplace.
These codes have the character of installation regulations for electrical system. Pitworthiness considerations for manufacturers of ignition protected electrical equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in uk mines this is a webfriendly version of pitworthiness considerations, originally produced by hm inspectorate of mines contents introduction 3 general considerations 5. Use directives the reader will want to be aware that where atex products are intended for use in a place of work. Bs7671 is the uk electrical installation industry standard and is a most valuable tool for the consideration of the electrical risks for new installations, plant maintenance, modifications and for the employees or contractors who install or maintain electrical equipment the primary reason for ensuring that an electrical inspection is conducted is to ensure that the supplies into the hazardous atex area are adequate and safe for the application. Dsear training for implementing explosion safety exveritas. Please consult csa and authority having jurisdiction for latest code updates and provincial. To implement dsear or any iec ex based plant safety methodology it is necessary to understand area classification and how area classification integrates with explosion protection levels epls to provide an overall acceptable risk level. Most of the electrical health and safety regulations can be found in t8ccr, chapter. These atex guidelines are intended to be a manual for all parties directly. There is intrinsically safe test equipment on the market for use in hazardous areas if your pockets are deep enough. Atex zones explained what are zones and how are they related to risk. Bs 7671 requires most if not all circuits in domestic premises to be rcdprotected.
Part 8 of the general application regulations 2007 retransposes the atex. The geographical reach of atex regulations extends beyond the european union. Electrical equipment must be installed by skilled qualifie d personnel, in accordance wi th all appropriate local and national electrical regulations. An atex ectype examination certificate can be based on an iecex extr but atex documentation does not necessarily support an iecex certificate. If you operate an offshore platform or underground mine or if you supply products to companies that do atex certification means safety. Different global standards applicable to our range of products for potentially. Explosion protection directives, standards and regulations wago. Atex and dsear are not electrical regulations, they detail the expectations on running a facility with potentially explosive atmospheres. Electrical equipment atex atex electrical equipment. Changes authorised by subpart 2 of part 2 of the legislation act 2012 have been made in this official reprint. There have been a number of suggestions as to how the consumer unit may best be configured to comply with the.