Course and Unit Syllabus
Working in hazardous areas. Our main objective - Safety
In Hazardous Areas with explosion-proof (Ex) equipment, even small mistakes can cause fatal explosions & fires.
Safe operation in explosive atmospheres requires specialized competencies for everyone from procurement to operations & maintenance, to construction, & even management.
In order to prevent unnecessary accidents and to work more safely, the workers who perform the work must acquire appropriate safety knowledge and skilled explosion-proof technology. IECEx CoPC is a certification that is directly certified by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which is used both domestically and globally. All explosion-proof certifications are certified based on IEC 60079 made by IEC.
Our training experts are available worldwide, via classroom, webinar, or e-learning.
IndEx delivers a range of training and education programs designed to provide every corporate level with the appropriate tools to understand safe operations in explosive atmospheres. Our courses and customized training programs can significantly reduce potential reworks, including cost & schedule overruns. By having the required knowledge to ensure compliance and most importantly, SAFETY, all stakeholders are now able to identify & mitigate potential risks.
IndEx can provide assessments worldwide, if you have a group of candidates please contact us and we will work on a solution to suit your requirements.
IndEx also provides assessment-only options for IECEx, ATEX, and EEHA competencies.
Our mobile training center is available in most regions for on-site training & assessment
In-House Training & Competency Solutions
We also provide the creation of the In-House Training & Competency Program or a VOC (Verification of Competency) Programs, to address the unique needs of your own organization..
Contact us to discuss custom training.
Module Packages for Unit Selection Options - Training & Certification
Note – We highly suggest the following Training and/or Certification options. Alternative requests may be assessed on a case by case basis. Please select – from "Module Package" – which Training and/or Assessment you are looking for (e.g. Technician, Inspector, Ex Design, Classification). Each type has a stand-alone course but may have a requirement to take Ex 001.
Signing up for a packaged course provides the following benefits:
- Training with Assessment ensures greater success of all candidates
- Classroom and Examination Days can be extended base on clients’ needs to ensure great success of all candidates
- A significant discount on taking each course separately
- The advantage of obtaining all prerequisites and the desired level in one bundled course
- If you choose the bundled courses you will only be charged one set of fees, rather than 2 if you take the courses individually.
Please note – contact us at iecex@ind-ex.ae to schedule all your training and assessment needs
Module Package 000
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex000
- Role / PositionEveryone – specific to OH&S (Occupational health and safety) aspects of hazardous areas
- Classroom Days1
- Examination Days-
- Examination TypeNone
- Role / Position Description
Basic knowledge and awareness to enter a site that includes a classified hazardous area.
Typically this unit would be used in relation to any job function that may be performed in or associated with hazardous area and does not require any prerequisites.
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0
This Unit of Knowledge covers the safety obligations and minimum basic knowledge of persons entering a site that has classified hazardous areas. It requires an understanding of the nature of hazardous areas, limitations on devices that may be taken into a hazardous area and the occupational health and safety responsibilities, and procedures related to hazardous areas.
This unit does not include requirements for ensuring the explosion protection aspects of plant and machinery.
NOTE: This unit covers the hazardous area aspects of occupational health and safety (OHS) and does not negate the other competencies required for general and functional OHS.
NOTE: This unit cannot be combined with Ex 001 to Ex 011
- Optional Add-On
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package A
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001
- Role / PositionEveryone – specific to applying the basics of Explosion Protection
- Classroom Days2
- Examination Days0.5
- Examination TypeTheoretical
- Role / Position Description
Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, and other IEC 60079 Series standards
This Unit covers the principles of protection in explosive atmospheres of plant and machinery and is based on various parts of IEC 60079 series.
This unit is only related to the assessment of knowledge of the principles of explosion protection and does NOT include any assessment of a competence to conduct practical work.
- Optional Add-On
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package B
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 003, 006
- Role / PositionTechnician - Installation, Testing
- Classroom Days3
- Examination Days1 to 2
- Examination Type
- Role / Position Description
Technician who shall perform:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 003 – Install explosion-protected equipment, associated equipment, and wiring systems
- Unit Ex 006 – Test electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, to IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, IEC 60079-14
Ex 003
This Unit of Competence covers the explosion-protection aspects for installing explosion protected and associated equipment and wiring systems. It requires the ability to match equipment with that specified for a given location, work safely, and to installation Standards and complete the necessary installation documentation.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-14 and any other relevant standard that apply to this Unit of Competence.
For installation all types of protection shall be understood.
Ex 006
This Unit of Competence covers testing electrical installations for explosive atmospheres. It requires the ability to select, prepare and use appropriate testing devices, work safely and to Standards and to interpret and record test results.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-14 and any other relevant standards that may apply.
- Optional Add-On
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package C
- IECEx CoPC Unit ExEx 001, 004, 007, 008
- Role / PositionInspector, Maintenance
- Classroom Days3
- Examination Days2
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
Inspector or Maintenance Technician who shall perform:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 004 – Maintain of equipment in explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 007 – Perform visual and close inspection of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 008 – Perform detailed inspection of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17
Ex 004
This Unit of Competence covers the explosion-protection aspects for maintaining explosion protected and associated equipment and wiring systems including plant maintenance schemes.
It requires the ability to develop and manage maintenance programs incorporating strategies for inspections, repair/overhaul/replacement of components and recording of maintenance outcomes. This includes the ability to follow a maintenance program, work safely, carry out maintenance to Standards and manufacturer’s instructions and complete the necessary maintenance documentation.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-17 and any other relevant standards that apply to this Unit of Competence.
Ex 006
This Unit of Competence covers testing electrical installations for explosive atmospheres. It requires the ability to select, prepare and use appropriate testing devices, work safely and to Standards and to interpret and record test results.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-14 and any other relevant standards that may apply.
- Optional Add-On
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package D
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 003, 004, 006, 007, 008
- Role / PositionTechnician + Inspector (Installation, Testing, Maintenance, and Inspections)
- Classroom Days3 to 4
- Examination Days2
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
Technician + Inspector who shall perform:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 003 – Install explosion-protected equipment, associated equipment, and wiring systems
- Unit Ex 004 – Maintain of 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 installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 008 – Perform detailed inspection of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17
(See package B and C)
- Optional Add-On
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package E
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 002, 003, 004, 006, 007, 008, 009
- Role / PositionEngineer - Supervisor, Field Engineer
- Classroom Days3-4
- Examination Days3
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
Engineer, Inspector, or Technician who shall perform:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 003 – Install explosion-protected equipment, associated equipment, and wiring systems
- Unit Ex 004 – Maintain of 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 installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 008 – Perform detailed inspection of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 009 – Design (or have impact on design, procurement, selection, arrangement, installation, testing, inspection, and/or maintenance) of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17
(See package B and C)
Ex 009
This Unit of Competence covers the explosion-protection aspects of designing (design, procurement, selection, arrangement, installation, testing, inspection, and/or maintenance) electrical or mechanical power, control and instrumentation systems and installations. It requires the ability to establish design briefs and to pursue economical and effective explosion-protection design solutions.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-14 and any other relevant standards that may apply.
Note: Training also covers functions of Ex Responsible Person(s) and Technical Person(s) with Executive Function for Documentation Requirements (such as Conditions of Use, Inspection Check Sheets (ITR – Inspection Test Reports) and ExVD (Verification Dossier)) and Organizational Requirements for their respective department(s) (such as design, procurement, installation, QAQC, testing, inspections, maintenance, or engineering)
Documentation References:
- Classification – IEC 60079-10-1 Clause 10, IEC 60079-10-2 Clause 8
- Equipment – IEC 60079-0 Clause 30, ISO/IEC 80079-36 Clause 10
- Design, Selection, Installation, Testing, and Initial Inspection – IEC 60079-14 Clause 4 (Edition 5) or Clause 5 (Edition 6)
- Maintenance and Inspections – IEC 60079-17 Clause 4
- Intrinsically Safe Systems – IEC 60079-25 Clause 4 and Annex E
- Optional Add-On
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package F
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 009
- Role / PositionEngineer or Technical Person who will impact the design of an installation in or associated with explosive atmospheres . (Note – Procurement Departments critical impact, role, and responsibilities)
- Classroom Days3 to 4
- Examination Days2
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
Engineer or Technical Person within Design, Procurement, Installation, QAQC, Testing, Inspection, or Maintenance Department have impact on:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 009 – Design (or have impact on design, procurement, selection, arrangement, installation, testing, inspection, and/or maintenance) of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17
Ex 009
This Unit of Competence covers the explosion-protection aspects of designing (design, procurement, selection, arrangement, installation, testing, inspection, and/or maintenance) electrical or mechanical power, control and instrumentation systems and installations. It requires the ability to establish design briefs and to pursue economical and effective explosion-protection design solutions.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-14 and any other relevant standards that may apply.
Note: Training also covers functions of Ex Responsible Person(s( and Technical Person(s) with Executive Function for Documentation Requirements (such as Conditions of Use, Inspection Check Sheets (ITR – Inspection Test Reports) and ExVD (Verification Dossier)) and Organizational Requirements for their respective department(s) (such as design, procurement, installation, QAQC, testing, inspections, maintenance, or engineering)
Documentation References:
- Classification – IEC 60079-10-1 Clause 10, IEC 60079-10-2 Clause 8
- Equipment – IEC 60079-0 Clause 30, ISO/IEC 80079-36 Clause 10
- Design, Selection, Installation, Testing, and Initial Inspection – IEC 60079-14 Clause 4 (Edition 5) or Clause 5 (Edition 6)
- Maintenance and Inspections – IEC 60079-17 Clause 4
- Intrinsically Safe Systems – IEC 60079-25 Clause 4 and Annex E
- Optional Add-On
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package G ( Gas / Dust / Both)
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 002
- Role / PositionEngineer - Hazardous Area Classification (May include: electrical, instrumentation, process, and mechanical engineers, and personnel with specific responsibility for safety to be part of and have an input to the hazardous area classification process.)
- Classroom Days3 to 5 - Gas: 3 to 4, Dust:3, Both: 5)
- Examination Days2 to 3 - Gas: 2, Dust: 2, Both: 3
- Examination Type
- Role / Position Description
Engineer(s) or Personnel who shall carry out the hazardous area classification by persons who understand the nature of flammable substances, gas/dust dispersion and ventilation and are familiar with the process aspects for the plant under consideration.
Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
Unit Ex 002 – Perform classification of hazardous areas to ‘Source of Release’ / ‘Point of Release’ Method.
Note: does include awareness of Simplified, Other Codes & Standards, and Combination Methods
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, ISO/IEC 80079-20-1, ISO/IEC 80079-20-2
Ex 002
This Unit of Competence covers knowledge and skills to classify areas where explosive materials may exist. It requires the ability to gather and analyse data relative to explosion hazards, determine the extent of risk and establish and document zones (noting that the zoning of hazardous areas can be different depending on national regulations and rules).
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-10-1 and IEC 60079-10-2 and any other relevant standard that apply to this Unit of Competence.
Note: Training also covers functions of Ex Responsible Person(s( and Technical Person(s) with Executive Function for Documentation Requirements (such as Conditions of Use, Inspection Check Sheets (ITR – Inspection Test Reports) and ExVD (Verification Dossier)) and Organizational Requirements for their respective department(s) (such as design, procurement, installation, QAQC, testing, inspections, maintenance, or engineering)
Documentation References:
- Classification – IEC 60079-10-1 Clause 10, IEC 60079-10-2 Clause 8
- Equipment – IEC 60079-0 Clause 30, ISO/IEC 80079-36 Clause 10
- Design, Selection, Installation, Testing, and Initial Inspection – IEC 60079-14 Clause 4 (Edition 5) or Clause 5 (Edition 6)
- Maintenance and Inspections – IEC 60079-17 Clause 4
- Intrinsically Safe Systems – IEC 60079-25 Clause 4 and Annex E
- Optional Add-On
Alternative Classification Standards:
- NFPA 497
- NFPA 499, NFPA 660, NFPA 652, NFPA 654, etc
- API RP 500
- API RP 505
- EI-15
- IEC 61892 Series
- IEC 60092-502
- Others available upon request
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package H (Gas / Dust / Both)
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 002, 009
- Role / PositionResponsible Person, Technical Person with Executive Function, Engineer, or SME (Subject Matter Expert) within their department or organization
- Classroom Days6 to 10 - Gas: 7, Dust: 6, Both: 10
- Examination Days3 to 4 - Gas: 3 Dust: 3 Both: 4
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
See package F and G
Person who shall perform the function of Responsible Person / SME / Technical Person with Executive Function for:- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 002 – Perform classification of hazardous areas.
- Unit Ex 009 – Design (or have impact on design, procurement, selection, arrangement, installation, testing, inspection, and/or maintenance) of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, ISO/IEC 80079-20-1, ISO/IEC 80079-20-2, IEC 60079-14
See Package F and G
Note: Training also covers functions of Ex Responsible Person(s( and Technical Person(s) with Executive Function for Documentation Requirements (such as Conditions of Use, Inspection Check Sheets (ITR – Inspection Test Reports) and ExVD (Verification Dossier)) and Organizational Requirements for their respective department(s) (such as design, procurement, installation, QAQC, testing, inspections, maintenance, or engineering)
Documentation References:
- Classification – IEC 60079-10-1 Clause 10, IEC 60079-10-2 Clause 8
- Equipment – IEC 60079-0 Clause 30, ISO/IEC 80079-36 Clause 10
- Design, Selection, Installation, Testing, and Initial Inspection – IEC 60079-14 Clause 4 (Edition 5) or Clause 5 (Edition 6)
- Maintenance and Inspections – IEC 60079-17 Clause 4
- Intrinsically Safe Systems – IEC 60079-25 Clause 4 and Annex E
- Optional Add-On
Alternative Classification Standards:
- NFPA 497
- NFPA 499, NFPA 660, NFPA 652, NFPA 654, etc
- API RP 500
- API RP 505
- EI-15
- IEC 61892 Series
- IEC 60092-502
- Others available upon request
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package I
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 005
- Role / PositionRepair Facility - Responsible Person or Repair Technician
- Classroom Days3 to 4
- Examination Days2 to 3
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
Responsible Person
Knowledge and understanding of relevant standards in Ex. Basic knowledge of quality assurance, including the principles of traceability, measurement, and instrument calibration
Repair Technician
Understanding of examination and testing as related to the standard. Ability to identify replacement parts and components authorized by the manufacturer. Familiarity with the techniques to be employed in repairs referred to in this standard
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-19
- Optional Add-On
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package J
- IECEx CoPC Unit ExEx 001 + 011
- Role / PositionEveryone – Applying the basics of Hydrogen + Ex
- Classroom Days3
- Examination Days2
- Examination TypeRepair Facility - Repair Technician
- Role / Position Description
Persons who apply:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 011 – Basic knowledge of the safety of hydrogen systems
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0
ISO TR 15916 - 2015 -- Basic considerations for the safety of Hydrogen Systems
ISO 19880-1 -- 2020 - Gaseous hydrogen — Fueling Stations -- Part 1 - General Requirements
ISO 16110-1 -- Hydrogen generators using fuel processing technologies -- Part 1 – Safety
ISO 22734 -- 2019 - Hydrogen generators using water electrolysis - Industrial, commercial, and residential applications
Ex 001
This Unit covers the principles of protection in explosive atmospheres of plant and machinery and is based on various parts of IEC 60079 series.
This unit is only related to the assessment of knowledge of the principles of explosion protection and does NOT include any assessment of a competence to conduct practical work.
Ex 011
This Unit of Knowledge on hydrogen technologies covers the knowledge (ONLY) regarding safe working in the presence of a hydrogen atmosphere or on equipment producing, storing, transporting, processing, using or consuming hydrogen in gaseous or liquid form. This Unit of Knowledge also covers the safety obligations and minimum basic knowledge of persons entering a site that has classified hazardous areas as required for certification to Unit Ex 000 and expands upon these as they relate to hydrogen technologies.
It is not intended that certification to Ex 011 provide a basis for a qualification for the person to conduct work in a hazardous area and /or on Ex equipment however it does require an understanding of the nature of hazardous areas, limitations on devices that may be taken into a hazardous area and the occupational health and safety responsibilities, and procedures related to hazardous areas. As this unit does not include requirements for ensuring the explosion protection aspects of plant and machinery, a person requiring a qualification for the person to conduct work in a hazardous area and /or on Ex equipment with a hydrogen technology based risk, can be issued with a certificate including Unit Ex 011 to supplement other Units.
- Optional Add-On
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package K
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 002, 003, 004, 006, 007, 008, 009
- Role / PositionPerson w/ Executive Function = Engineer + Technician + Inspector
- Classroom Days6
- Examination Days3
- Examination TypeInstallation, Inspection, Maintenance, Repair, Design, HAC, Audit
- Role / Position Description
Detailed knowledge of hazardous area classification, design, installation, and maintenance. Conditions of use of ExVD (Verification Dossier)
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079 (Series), IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10, IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17, ISO/IEC 80079-20
- Optional Add-On
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package L
- IECEx CoPC Unit ExAll (Ex 001 to Ex 011 – excluding Ex 005)
- Role / PositionResponsible Person, Technical Person with Executive Function, Engineer, or SME (Subject Matter Expert) within their department or organization
- Classroom Days10 to 12
- Examination Days6 to 8
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
Person who shall audit or perform the function of Responsible Person / SME / Technical Person with Executive Function for:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 002 – Perform classification of hazardous areas.
- Unit Ex 003 – Install explosion-protected equipment, associated equipment, and wiring systems
- Unit Ex 004 – Maintain of 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 installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 008 – Perform detailed inspection of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 009 – Design (or have impact on design, procurement, selection, arrangement, installation, testing, inspection, and/or maintenance) of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 010 – Perform audit inspection of electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 011 – Basic knowledge of the safety of hydrogen systems
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, ISO/IEC 80079-20-1, ISO/IEC 80079-20-2, IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17
See Package F and G
Ex 010
This Unit of Competence covers the explosion-protection aspects of conducting an audit of an Ex installations. It requires the ability to verify whether an installation complies with the relevant hazardous area Standards for that installation and includes the verification of design and certification documentation (verification dossier), maintenance, overhaul and repair, work safety, inspection against Standards and reporting of audit results.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-14 and IEC 60079-17 and any other relevant standards that may apply.
Note: Training also covers functions of Ex Responsible Person(s( and Technical Person(s) with Executive Function for Documentation Requirements (such as Conditions of Use, Inspection Check Sheets (ITR – Inspection Test Reports) and ExVD (Verification Dossier)) and Organizational Requirements for their respective department(s) (such as design, procurement, installation, QAQC, testing, inspections, maintenance, or engineering)
Documentation References:
- Classification – IEC 60079-10-1 Clause 10, IEC 60079-10-2 Clause 8
- Equipment – IEC 60079-0 Clause 30, ISO/IEC 80079-36 Clause 10
- Design, Selection, Installation, Testing, and Initial Inspection – IEC 60079-14 Clause 4 (Edition 5) or Clause 5 (Edition 6)
- Maintenance and Inspections – IEC 60079-17 Clause 4
- Intrinsically Safe Systems – IEC 60079-25 Clause 4 and Annex E
- Optional Add-On
Alternative Classification Standards:
- NFPA 497
- NFPA 499, NFPA 660, NFPA 652, NFPA 654, etc
- API RP 500
- API RP 505
- EI-15
- IEC 61892 Series
- IEC 60092-502
- Others available upon request
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.Module Package M
- IECEx CoPC Unit Ex001, 002, 008, 009, 010 (Note: Ex 002 includes Gas + Dust)
- Role / PositionResponsible Person, Technical Person with Executive Function, Engineer, or SME (Subject Matter Expert) within their department or organization
- Classroom Days6 to 9
- Examination Days5 to 6
- Examination TypeTheoretical + Practical
- Role / Position Description
Person who shall audit or perform the function of Responsible Person / SME / Technical Person with Executive Function for:
- Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
- Unit Ex 002 – Perform classification of hazardous areas.
- Unit Ex 008 – Perform detailed inspection of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 009 – Design (or have impact on design, procurement, selection, arrangement, installation, testing, inspection, and/or maintenance) of installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 010 – Perform audit inspection of electrical installations in or
- associated with explosive atmospheres
- Unit Ex 011 – Basic knowledge of the safety of hydrogen systems
- Ex Activities Description
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-10-1, IEC 60079-10-2, ISO/IEC 80079-20-1, ISO/IEC 80079-20-2, IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17
See Package E and H
Ex 010
This Unit of Competence covers the explosion-protection aspects of conducting an audit of an Ex installations. It requires the ability to verify whether an installation complies with the relevant hazardous area Standards for that installation and includes the verification of design and certification documentation (verification dossier), maintenance, overhaul and repair, work safety, inspection against Standards and reporting of audit results.
This unit of competence is based on IEC 60079-14 and IEC 60079-17 and any other relevant standards that may apply.
Note: Training also covers functions of Ex Responsible Person(s( and Technical Person(s) with Executive Function for Documentation Requirements (such as Conditions of Use, Inspection Check Sheets (ITR – Inspection Test Reports) and ExVD (Verification Dossier)) and Organizational Requirements for their respective department(s) (such as design, procurement, installation, QAQC, testing, inspections, maintenance, or engineering)
Documentation References:
- Classification – IEC 60079-10-1 Clause 10, IEC 60079-10-2 Clause 8
- Equipment – IEC 60079-0 Clause 30, ISO/IEC 80079-36 Clause 10
- Design, Selection, Installation, Testing, and Initial Inspection – IEC 60079-14 Clause 4 (Edition 5) or Clause 5 (Edition 6)
- Maintenance and Inspections – IEC 60079-17 Clause 4
- Intrinsically Safe Systems – IEC 60079-25 Clause 4 and Annex E
- Optional Add-On
Alternative Classification Standards:
- NFPA 497
- NFPA 499, NFPA 660, NFPA 652, NFPA 654, etc
- API RP 500
- API RP 505
- EI-15
- IEC 61892 Series
- IEC 60092-502
- Others available upon request
ATEX
- Equipment Directive ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) and ATEX 95 (Directive 94/9/EC)
- User Directive 137 / 153 (Directive 1999/92/EC)
Offshore Oil & Gas (IEC 61892 Series) + IMO MODU Code
Tankers / Shipping (IEC 60092 Series) + IMO Codes (IGF, IGC, IBC, etc)
Non-Electrical ‘Ex h’ (ISO/IEC 80079-36, ISO/IEC 80079-37)
American Class Divisions (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
American Class Zones ‘AEx’ (NFPA 70 NEC (National Electrical Code))
Others are available upon request
NOTE: total days are subject to change, dependant on class sizes, existing core competences, language requirements, units and/or add-ons selected, other variables, including candidate’s role, position, and industry.