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IECEx CoPC Units 004, 007 & 008 | Inspection and Maintenance
Hazardous Area Installations
Why Units 004, 007 & 008 Matters
IECEx CoPC Units 004, 007, and 008 matter because they focus on the inspection, maintenance, and ongoing integrity of equipment in hazardous areas. They ensure that installations continue to meet safety standards over time, helping identify defects early, prevent ignition risks, and maintain safe, compliant operations throughout the lifecycle of the facility.
Course Overview
Course Overview
This course covers the inspection and maintenance of explosion-protected equipment and electrical installations in hazardous areas.
It provides the knowledge and practical understanding required to carry out visual, close, and detailed inspections, identify defects that may compromise explosion protection, and perform maintenance activities while preserving the integrity of protection techniques.
The course emphasizes safe working practices, adherence to permit systems, and accurate documentation of inspection and maintenance activities.
It is based on the requirements of the IEC 60079-14, IEC 60079-17 and other applicable standards.
Course objectives
Course Learning Outcomes
- Conduct inspection of Ex equipment and installations (visual, close, detailed)
- Identify defects and non-conformances affecting explosion protection
- Perform maintenance activities on explosion-protected equipment
- Follow safe working practices and permit systems
- Recommend corrective actions to maintain compliance and safety
- Apply relevant standards, including the IEC 60079-14 and 60079-17
- Assess condition of equipment and wiring systems
- Ensure integrity of protection techniques during maintenance
- Record, report, and document inspection and maintenance findings
who is this for
This Course is Suitable for
Designed for professionals intending to work with Ex equipment in hazardous environments
Electrical and instrumentation technicians / engineers involved in inspection and maintenance of Ex equipment
Maintenance personnel working in hazardous areas
Inspection engineers and technicians responsible for Ex compliance
Supervisors and safety personnel overseeing inspection and maintenance activities
Personnel seeking competency in inspection and maintenance under the IECEx CoPC scheme
Program Structure
Course Details
Duration
2 Days
Format
Classroom and Online
Assessment
Written assessment :
Written exam (MCQs / short answers)
Practical assessment :
Visual, close, and detailed inspections
Maintenance activities on Ex equipment
Certification
IECEx CoPC Certificate issued by Exert Certification AS, Norway (valid for 5 years)
Entry requirements
Relevant electrical/instrumentation experience of 3 years, with basic knowledge of explosion protection and Ex equipment.
Competence in this unit shall be assessed either concurrently with or after Unit Ex 001 – Principles of protection in explosive atmospheres knowledge
IECEx Certified
The IECEx CoPC Scheme is a global certification system that assesses and certifies the competence of individuals working in hazardous (explosive) atmospheres.
It is governed by the IECEx System, aligned with the IEC 60079 series of standards, and ensures that personnel can perform their roles safely and effectively.
Ready to Get Certified?
Upon successful completion, candidates will receive the IECEx CoPC Certificate, globally recognized across hazardous industries.