KL Training Academy
Ex 01 & 03 | Gas and vapours
Ex electrical &
instrumentation (Ex i) equipment Installation and
testing
Why Ex 01 & 03 Matters
In the CompEx Certification scheme, Ex 01 & Ex 03 are vital for ensuring safe installation and ongoing reliability of equipment in hazardous areas.
Ex 01 ensures correct installation as per IEC 60079-14 for Electrical equipment, while Ex 03 ensures correct installation as per IEC 60079-14 for Instrumentation equipment,—together ensuring long-term safety and compliance.
Course Overview
Course Overview
The CompEx Ex01 & Ex03 qualification is designed for electrical and instrumentation personnel working in hazardous areas where explosive atmospheres may arise due to gases and vapours.
This course focuses on the installation and testing of Ex-certified equipment (intrinsically safe & non intrinsically safe), providing participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to work safely and in compliance with IEC standards.
What You'll Learn
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion, candidates will demonstrate:
Theoretical Understanding
- Understanding of relevant IEC standards, directives, national regulations, and guidance for hazardous areas involving explosive gas atmospheres
- Knowledge of hazardous area classification, including the influence of gas and vapour properties on zone types and extent
- Awareness of protection concepts for both non-intrinsically safe and intrinsically safe equipment
- Understanding of Ex certification, equipment marking, and key protection methods such as Ex ‘d’, Ex ‘e’ Ex ‘n’, Ex ‘i’, and other applicable techniques
Practical Competence
- Ability to select and install non-intrinsically safe and intrinsically safe equipment in accordance with IEC standards
- Competence in carrying out installation and testing of non-intrinsically safe and intrinsically safe equipment
- Ability to interpret technical documentation and test results accurately
- Ensuring compliance with safety requirements across installationn and maintenance activities
who is this for
This Course is Suitable for
Designed for experienced professionals working with Ex equipment in hazardous environments
Practicing Electrical technicians/engineers
Individuals involved in the Installation, Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance of Ex electrical equipment
Personnel with prior hands-on experience in hazardous areas
Program Structure
Course Details
Duration
4 Days
Format
Theory and Practical
Certification
CompEx Certificate in Core Competence (valid for 5 years)
Assessment
Theory Examination: MCQ — 60 questions — 1 hour 30 minutes
Practical Examination:
Ex01: Preparation and installation of Ex (non-IS) equipment — 3 hours 45 minutes
Ex03:Preparation and installation of Ex (IS) equipment - 3 hours
CompEx Certified — Core Competence
Upon successful completion, you will receive the internationally recognized CompEx Certificate in Core Competence — valid for 5 years and accepted across the global oil & gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and mining industries.
Your certification is registered on the CompEx database, verifiable worldwide, and demonstrates your ability to install, inspect, and maintain intrinsically safe equipment in hazardous gas atmospheres.
Ready to Get Certified?
Take the next step in your hazardous area competency journey with CompEx Ex 01 & 03 certification from KL Training Academy.