Where process industries involve explodive atmospheres, the ATEX Directives - 94/9/EC (100a) and 1999/92/EC (137) lay down European legal requirements. In the UK, the methods of implementation of these directives are found in the Equipment and Protective Systems (EPS) regulation, which defines the requirements for equipment manufacturers; and the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres (DSEAR) regulation details the user's responsibilities.

The key areas covered by this course are the application of the directives to equipment design (electrical and non-electrical) and manufacturer; and to installation practice with reference to the new HSE Approved Codes of Practice.

Although some of the interpretation of these Directives is still under discussion, much is now clear; especially that ATEX will bring about significant changes to those industries that operate with potentially explosive atmospheres.

The seminar is targeted at management; engineering, both electrical and mechanical; production and safety personnel involved in equipment design and use in potentially explosive atmospheres.

For further details, including when and where the courses are being held see the UK Training Diary.