Level 2 Certificate in ATEX Awareness
The Level 2 Certificate in ATEX Awareness offered by OXQUAL introduces the principles of explosive-atmosphere safety and hazardous-area control. The programme develops awareness of ATEX requirements, hazardous-area classification, ignition sources, equipment marking and safe work...
About this qualification
The Level 2 Certificate in ATEX Awareness offered by OXQUAL introduces the principles of explosive-atmosphere safety and hazardous-area control. The programme develops awareness of ATEX requirements, hazardous-area classification, ignition sources, equipment marking and safe working practices.
Learners gain practical knowledge for recognising potentially explosive atmospheres and understanding the controls required when working in hazardous locations.
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Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Introduction to ATEX and Explosive Atmospheres
- Flammable Gas, Vapour and Dust Hazards
- Ignition Sources
- ATEX 2014/34/EU Equipment Directive Awareness
- ATEX 1999/92/EC Workplace Directive Awareness
- Hazardous-Area Classification
- Gas Zones 0, 1 and 2
- Dust Zones 20, 21 and 22
- Hazardous-Area Risk Assessment
- ATEX Equipment Categories
- Equipment Markings and Labels
- Equipment Selection Awareness
- Ignition-Source Control
- Employer and Employee Responsibilities
- Safe Systems of Work
- Permit-to-Work Awareness
- Inspection and Maintenance
- Emergency Procedures
- IECEx and Related Safety-Framework Awareness
- Continual Improvement
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Workers and Technicians operating in hazardous areas
- Oil and Gas Personnel
- Chemical and Manufacturing Supervisors
- Safety Officers and Compliance Personnel
- Contractors working in potentially explosive atmospheres
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Understand fundamental explosive-atmosphere hazards.
- Recognise ATEX hazardous-area classifications.
- Understand equipment categories and markings.
- Identify common ignition sources.
- Improve safe-working practices in hazardous areas.
- Support appropriate equipment selection.
- Improve emergency preparedness for explosive-atmosphere incidents.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination and practical evaluation.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, short answers and hazardous-area case study.
- Total Questions: 50 theory questions plus 1 practical assignment.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Written Duration: 90 minutes.
- Practical Duration: 1 hour.
- Certification: Level 2 Certificate in ATEX Awareness upon successful completion.
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