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IECEx CoPC Units 001,003,006,004,007 & 008 |
Installation, testing, inspection and maintenance
of
Ex Equipment in Hazardous areas
Why IECEx Units 001, 003, 006, 004, 007 & 008 Matter
Together, these units cover the complete lifecycle of hazardous area electrical installations—from safety awareness to installation, testing, inspection, and maintenance. They ensure professionals can work safely, verify compliance, identify defects, and maintain the integrity of Ex equipment, reducing ignition risks and enabling safe, reliable operations in explosive atmospheres.
Course Overview
Course Overview
This comprehensive course is designed to develop end-to-end competency in hazardous area electrical installations—from fundamental safety awareness to installation, testing, inspection, and maintenance. Participants gain a strong foundation (Unit 001), hands-on installation and testing skills (Units 003 & 006), and the ability to inspect, identify defects, and maintain Ex equipment (Units 004, 007 & 008).
The program ensures professionals can work safely, verify integrity, and maintain compliance with IEC 60079 standards across the full lifecycle of hazardous area installations, making it ideal for those seeking a complete & practical certification pathway
Course objectives
Course Learning Outcomes
- Understand hazardous area risks and explosion protection principles
- Interpret Ex equipment markings, certification, and standards (IEC 60079)
- Install and test electrical equipment safely in hazardous areas
- Conduct inspection (visual, close, detailed) of Ex installations
- Identify defects and ensure compliance with standards
- Perform safe maintenance and preserve equipment integrity
- Complete documentation and reporting as per IECEx requirements
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
6 Days
Format
Online + Classroom /Classroom only
Assessment
Written assessment:
Written exam (MCQs / short answers)
Practical assessment:
Visual, close, and detailed inspections
Maintenance activities on Ex equipment
Fault identification and corrective actions
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.