Hazardous Area Classification (HAC)

This course explains how to classify hazardous areas where flammable gases, vapors or dusts may be present, and how to select and maintain equipment suitable for use in these areas according to international standards.

• Understand the principles of hazardous area classification.
• Identify sources and grades of release.
• Define zones and their extents.
• Select appropriate Ex-rated equipment.
• Maintain hazardous area documentation.

• Flammable materials and explosion basics.
• Standards (IEC 60079, API RP 505).
• Sources and grades of release.
• Ventilation assessment.
• Zone classification and drawings.
• Gas groups and temperature classes.
• Ex protection concepts.
• Inspection and maintenance of Ex equipment.

• Process and electrical engineers.
• Instrumentation engineers.
• HSE and process safety professionals.
• Maintenance supervisors.

Participants will receive an international certificate upon successful completion of the course.