Maintenance and Engineering

Hazardous Area Classification

Where flammable gases, vapours or dusts may be present, electrical and mechanical equipment can ignite explosive atmospheres. This course covers hazardous area classification, zones and gas groups, temperature classes, protection concepts for equipment, selection, installation, inspection and maintenance of equipment in hazardous areas.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Incorrect equipment in hazardous areas can cause explosions. You will learn how classification and protection work.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Classification exercises, equipment marking interpretation, inspection case studies and standards walkthroughs.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain explosive atmosphere hazards
Classify hazardous areas into zones
Understand gas groups and temperature classes
Select equipment with suitable protection concepts
Install equipment correctly
Inspect and maintain hazardous area equipment

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Electrical and instrument engineers
Maintenance technicians
Process safety engineers
Inspectors
Project engineers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Area classification
Equipment selection
Marking interpretation
Inspection
Compliance

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Explosive Atmospheres

09:00–10:08Fire triangle
10:08–11:00Sources of release
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Sources of release (continued)
11:45–12:53Regulations
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Classification

09:00–10:08Zones
10:08–11:00Extent of zones
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Extent of zones (continued)
11:45–12:53Documentation
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Equipment Protection

09:00–10:08Protection concepts
10:08–11:00Gas groups
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Gas groups (continued)
11:45–12:53Temperature classes
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Installation

09:00–10:08Selection
10:08–11:00Installation requirements
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Installation requirements (continued)
11:45–12:53Cable glands
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Inspection

09:00–10:08Inspection types
10:08–11:00Maintenance
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Maintenance (continued)
11:45–12:53Records
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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