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The Need For Knowledge

Competence professional brings together several 'knowledge areas' which are incorporated into defined course units covering a range of appropriate competence requirements. These provide the basis for both training and assessment.

To obtain competence registration the candidate must pass six mandatory units, which will prove a broad understanding of aspects involved with hazardous areas. These units are:

  • ATEX 100a introduction, guidance and application
  • Properties of flammable materials and ignition sources
  • Overview of all protection methods, apparatus grouping and temperature classification
  • A basic understanding of ATEX 137 & DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations
  • Area classification overview
  • Hazardous Area Installations
The candidate can then select from a number of technically detailed elective units for which they want to be assessed. The elective units can be selected to tailor the qualification to the candidates specific area of expertise. Current elective units include:

  • Detailed units on major protection concepts
  • Handling dust and fibres
  • Inspection and maintenance
Other elective units, which will be available shortly:

  • A detailed understanding of area classification
  • Hazard appreciation and risk assessment
  • Functional safety and the requirements of IEC 61508
The elective unit system allows candidates to tailor thier qualification to a specific area of expertise.

If you would like to be assessed in a specific topic, which is currently not offered under the scheme, please contact us as we may be able to add it to our exisiting portfolio.