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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 Ex F 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.
This course is delivered over 1 day with the online examination on the morning of the second day.
There are no entry requirements for this course.
Legislation, Directives & Standards
Hazardous Areas
Equipment for use in Hazardous Areas
Miscellaneous
Certificate Issued: Digital CompEx Certificate
Please note no other feedback will be given on request regarding resits, a full breakdown is provided on your diagnostic report issued by CompEx.
This course may be eligible for ITA funding. You may be eligible if you are:
If you wish to use ITA funding towards the cost of this course, you must first apply for the ITA funding through the My World of Work website. ITA funding will cover up to £200 of course fees. There are various start dates throughout the academic session, please contact training@forthvalley.ac.uk to check available dates prior to applying for ITA funding.
Once you’ve applied for funding, you will receive a confirmation email from SDS and the college with instructions on how to book your course.