Ex inspection for portabel ECOM equipment
Understand and manage the risks associated with the use of portable communication equipment in hazardous areas. This course provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to ensure that the equipment you use still complies with both technical and safety standards.
Target
After completing the course, participants should have knowledge of the types of portable communication equipment that can be used in potentially explosive atmosphere areas, how this equipment should be handled in accordance with applicable regulations, as well as basic requirements for procurement, training, and maintenance.
The course addresses examples of specific inspection points that an instructed user must focus on.
Target group
All personnel who are to perform a self-inspection on all portable electronic communication equipment that is in Ex performance.
Subjects covered in the course
- General rules for use
- Checking equipment before use
- Safe use and maintenance
- Inspection of the equipment
- EOL (End of Life) disposal with learning and experience
Regulations
The course is based on the Norwegian Ocean Industry Authority’s regulations and the NFEA's guidance - Procurement, use, and maintenance of portable communication devices in explosive atmospheres.
Competence
The course assumes previous knowledge in Ex, defined for different groups in EX-COMP:2021.
Technical information
System requirements
This course can be run on a computer, tablet and smart phone. For handheld devices we recommend a stable Wi-fi connection. Flash is not required for this course.
Course manual
No, this course does not include a course manual.
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