Introduction
Gain an in-depth understanding of explosion phenomena, encompassing their consequences, prevention and protection methodologies, and the latest regulatory requirements for maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.
This course delves into gas and dust explosion theories, DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) and ATEX regulations, ignition theory, hazardous area classification (HAC), risk assessment, and protection concepts.
Enrol in our course to master explosion science, enhance prevention and protection strategies, and ensure adherence to safety regulations.
Who should attend
The course is beneficial to:
- Those who are responsible for industrial premises that fall under the DSEAR (UK)/ATEX (EU) regulations.
- Engineers who are responsible for designing new process plants and maintaining existing installations.
- OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) who are required to design equipment and processes according to the ATEX directive.
- Those who work within hazardous areas.
- Anyone who would like to enhance their understanding of explosion safety and ATEX/DSEAR compliance.
Prerequisites
In general, no special prerequisites are required. However, knowledge of process safety and experience in plant operation will be helpful.
Benefits for course participants
- Gain in-depth knowledge that will equip you with a solid foundation to assess, control, and mitigate dust and gas explosion risks effectively.
- Become well-versed in the safety requirements of DSEAR and ATEX to support the creation of a safe and regulatory-compliant working environment.
- Acquire practical skills to identify potential danger zones and assess the level of risk to support the implementation of appropriate safety measures.
- Understand how explosion properties help in making informed decisions in material handling and storage.
- Obtain knowledge to control potential ignition sources and select and implement effective prevention and protection measures.
- Boost your relevance in industries where the knowledge is prevalent.
Attendees will receive a competence certificate from Gexcon at the end of the course.
Benefits for organisations
The organisations will have in-house professional capability in areas mentioned in the "benefits for course participants", which will support in:
- Reducing the likelihood of accidents, injuries, and damage caused by explosions through the Identification of potential safety issues before they escalate and the development of effective solutions.
- Avoiding legal issues, fines, and reputational damage by complying with regulations.
- Minimising the organisation's liability in case of an accident through potential savings in legal costs and insurance premiums.
- Allocating resources more efficiently by focusing on critical areas, implementing appropriate measures, and avoiding unnecessary spending on reactive measures.
- Designing facilities and processes with safety in mind from the outset to promote efficient workflows and safer operations.
- Demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, which enhances the organisation's reputation in the industry and among stakeholders.
Moreover, the organisation will provide an opportunity for employees to engage in professional development by attending the course, which could enhance employee morale.