Marking of Mechanical Equipment

Certified Ex equipment has a marking plate that includes details about the equipment's explosion protection and the area in which the equipment may be used. Can you interpret these codes?

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Type
eLearning
Duration
45 minutes
Language
English
Provider
Trainor
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The goal of IEC/ISO and ATEX marking of mechanical equipment

Having completed this course, participants will have learned how mechanical equipment is Ex-marked, and what the different markings mean. Participants will learn to distinguish between the different types of markings and make good decisions when selecting equipment for use in an installation in a potentially hazardous area.

The target group of IEC/ISO and ATEX marking of mechanical equipment

Personnel installing and maintaining mechanical equipment, and other personnel working in or projecting installations in hazardous areas within the EU/EEA. The course will also be useful for manufacturers and suppliers of mechanical Ex equipment within the EU/EEA.

Topics covered in IEC/ISO and ATEX marking of mechanical equipment

  • How to read a marking plate
  • Protection types for mechanical equipment
  • Markings that follow the ISO standard
  • Certificate number
  • A brief introduction to marking electrical equipment
  • Marking associated equipment and associated apparatus
  • Assemblies
  • Additional markings introduced by the ATEX directive
  • Requirements for certified equipment

Regulations

For English speaking people who works in Norway: The course is based on marking of Ex-equipment described in the ISO-standards (80079-36) for Non-electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres, and will contribute in documenting competence, which is required by law for anyone working where explosive atmospheres may occur by EU Directive 1999/92/EC ANNEX II 1.1, implemented in Norway in regulation FOR-2003-06-30-911 §9 and §14.

For other people who work in the EU/EEA/UK: The course is based on marking of Ex-equipment described in the ISO-standards (80079-36) for Non-electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres, and will contribute in documenting competence, which is required by law for anyone working where explosive atmospheres may occur by EU Directive 1999/92/EC ANNEX II 1.1 Implemented in EU/ EEA countries and in UK through DSEAR.

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Course manual

No, a course manual is not included with this course.

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