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ATEX & explosion risk

Training: Adopting the right behaviours in ATEX zones - Awareness

Duration : 3H30 Download the course sheet as PDF

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Course sheet

ATEX & explosion risk 3H30 From 150 000 FCFA

In a nutshell

What this course aims to achieve

Define an explosive atmosphere, identify an ATEX zone and how to work in it, and get to grips with Directive 1999/92/EC

Half a day to understand what an explosive atmosphere is, recognise a zone and know how to work in it without creating the hazard.

Key challenges

ATEX instructions look excessive until the mechanism is understood.
Outside contractors often discover the zone on the day of their job.

Learning objectives

Define an explosive atmosphere and the conditions in which it forms.
Identify an ATEX zone and understand its signage.
Carry out a job while respecting the rules applicable to the zone.
Place the obligations arising from Directive 1999/92/EC.

Detailed programme

1The explosion mechanism and the conditions for it to occur.
2Zone classification: gases, vapours and dusts.
3Directive 1999/92/EC: employer and worker obligations.
4Rules for working in a zone and the equipment permitted there.
5What to do in case of an anomaly.

Target audience

Staff occasionally working in ATEX zones
Outside contractors and subcontractors

Prerequisites

No prerequisites.

Learning methods

Input illustrated with incident examples and discussion of the site's own situations.

Learning assessment

Validation quiz at the end of the session.

Scope of application

Directive 1999/92/EC requires information and training for workers exposed to explosion risk. Its application outside the European Union depends on local regulations.

Upcoming sessions

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From 150 000 FCFA per participant

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