‘Ex’ Overview (ATEX/DSEAR)

Understand ‘Ex’ with Confidence – A Practical Introduction to Equipment and People Safety in Hazardous Areas

The ‘Ex’ Overview course provides a clear and engaging introduction to hazardous area safety—covering both equipment (ATEX) and personnel responsibilities (DSEAR). This 1-day session is ideal for professionals who interact with Ex environments, even if only indirectly, and need a working knowledge of explosion protection concepts.

Led by accredited ExVeritas instructors with deep technical expertise, this course breaks down complex regulations into actionable insights—ensuring participants leave with a solid foundation in Ex compliance and risk management.

Topics at a Glance

• Hazardous area basics: gases, vapours, dusts
• Equipment marking, categories, and protection levels
• Overview of ATEX, IECEx, NEC, and DSEAR frameworks
• Ignition sources and control strategies
• Area classification and zoning
• Types of protection: electrical and non-electrical
• Key responsibilities under applicable regulations
• Equipment repairs and modification considerations

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Quality, safety, and compliance professionals
• Engineers, project managers, and procurement leads
• Certification support teams and new hires entering Ex-regulated sectors
• Anyone who needs to understand how ATEX and DSEAR impact equipment and operations

No technical background or prior Ex training is required.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the key risks and requirements associated with explosive atmospheres
• Identify relevant Ex legislation and international frameworks
• Understand equipment markings and certification requirements
• Recognise Ex zone classifications and basic area assessment principles
• Communicate effectively about Ex issues across teams and suppliers