CompEx Foundation (ExF)
Foundation in the safe working practices and the theoretical use of Ex equipment (ExF)
Description
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.
This course is suitable for personnel who require an understanding of basic Ex principles, and trainee, newly qualified and practicing technicians, and non-technical on-site personnel who wish to develop their knowledge before undertaking more technical CompEx qualifications
You MUST access the CompEx registration portal via the following link prior to attending the first day of your course. Once you register your registration will be screened by CompEx and you will be issued with the outcome.
https://registration.compexcertification.com
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.
Prerequisites
There are no entry requirements for this course.
No prior experience of working in an Ex environment
Content
Legislation, Directives & Standards
- ATEX Directives
- EAWR
- DSEAR
- HASAWA
- BS 60079 Series
Hazardous Areas
- Flammable Gas, Vapour, Dust and Fibre
- Ignition Sources
- Area Classification
- Categories & EPLs
- Characteristics of Gases, Vapours, Dust and Fibre
- Characteristics of Dust
- Boundary Signage
Equipment for use in Hazardous Areas
- Types of Protection
- Marking
- Repairs
- Essential Health and Safety Requirements
- International Protection (IP Rating)
- Maintenance Work
- Modifications
Miscellaneous
- Work Permits, Method Statements, Risk Assessments
- Gas-free Certificate
- Control of Vehicles
- Need to Report Defects
- Need to Determine Competency Levels
- Need for Written Procedures
Knowledge:
• Understands general safe working practices
• Is aware of general Health & Safety legislation and guidance
• Has a basic understanding of Ex environments
• Understands the necessity for safe working practices in Ex environments
Skills
• No practical skills required
• Candidates will learn:
• An understanding of the regulations, directives and standards associated with locations containing hazardous atmospheres
• An overview of hazardous area classification, safe working practices and basic protection concepts used for certifying Ex equipment
• This is a theory-only course
Certification
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.
ITA
This course may be eligible for ITA funding. You may be eligible if you are:
- Aged 16 or over
- Not in education or involved in any other SDS funded programme
- Unemployed and looking to get back into work
- Employed and earning less than £22,000 per year
- Resident in Scotland
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.
More Info
• 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
• All candidates have full access to the CompEx Knowledge Hub for additional learning and development