Foundation (ExF)
Foundation (ExF)
The CompEx Foundation qualification has been designed to provide an introduction into potentially explosive or flammable environments where gases, vapours and dust can form a hazardous atmosphere.
The ExF CompEx Foundation course provides candidates with an understanding of the regulations, directives and standards associated with locations containing hazardous atmospheres.
Candidates will receive an overview of hazardous area classification, safe working practices and basic protection concepts used for certifying Ex equipment.
This is a theory-only course and is suitable for technical and non-technical personnel who require a basic understanding of hazardous work areas, or who wish to develop their knowledge before undertaking more technical CompEx qualifications.
Attendees
Entry requirements
Duration
1.5 or 2 days depending on the training provider.
Delivery
- Theory only, no practical elements
- Guided learning: 6 – 10 hours
Key learning objectives
Candidates that successfully complete the CompEx Foundation qualification will be able to:
- Identify the correct national regulations, directives, and IEC standards which relate to hazardous areas.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the main protection concepts, categories and protection levels that apply to equipment certified for use in hazardous areas.
- Recognise the elements that make up a hazardous atmosphere and the precautions required.
- Identify the correct descriptors used for criteria that classify a hazardous gas, vapour or dust location.
Qualification details
Key learning objectives
Online exam
Candidates must undertake a multiple-choice examination which consists of 30 questions answered over 45 minutes.
This online theory exam is undertaken at a training centre or can be undertaken remotely via some CompEx centres subject to prior arrangement.
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