Mechanical & Electrical

CompEx Foundation Plus (ExF+)

duration 2 days

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Course Overview

The CompEx Foundation plus qualification, is an alternative to the CompEx Foundation qualification. This course covers the same theory-based learning, but also includes practical training that allows candidates to learn the correct techniques for glanding and terminating low voltage cables in hazardous locations. The Foundation Plus qualification provides candidates with a basic understanding of the regulations, directives and standards associated with hazardous locations. This course provides an overview of where gases, vapours or dust could potentially create an explosive or flammable atmosphere, how hazardous areas are classified, the safe working practices that should be followed and the basic protection concepts used for certifying Ex equipment. The course uses a combination of theoretical and applied learning, including how to correctly identify, install and terminate certified Ex cable glands and conductors. This practical element means that the qualification is primarily aimed at technical personnel who wish to develop their abilities before undertaking more technical CompEx qualifications.

Prerequisites

Prerequisites Required!

In order to complete CompEx Foundation Plus (ExF+), delegates must hold:

Qualifications consistent with a craftsperson in the areas of Electrical, Instrumentation or Mechanical disciplines, e.g. Min NVQ Level 2

Course Content

Identify the correct national regulations, directives, and IEC standards which relate to hazardous areas.

Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the main protection concepts, categories and protection levels that apply to equipment certified for use in hazardous areas.

Recognise the elements that make up a hazardous atmosphere and the precautions required to be taken.

Identify the correct descriptors used for criteria that classify a hazardous gas, vapour or dust location.

Through the practical assessment candidates will be able to:
Select the correct Ex cable glands to be installed during the assessment.
Demonstrate the ability to correctly install certified Ex glands to armoured and non-armoured low voltage cables using appropriate tools.
Demonstrate the ability to correctly terminate low voltage cable conductors into an enclosure using the appropriate tools.

More information

Certification: CompEx Certificate for Foundation Plus in Hazardous Awareness.
Certificate validity (months): 60
Target audience: This qualification is suitable for electrical or instrumentation technicians who are new to working in hazardous areas, trainees, and recently qualified technicians who wish to develop their knowledge of working safely in hazardous areas. With its practical element, the CompEx Foundation Plus qualification is ideal for those considering the Ex01-Ex04 Gas and Vapours qualification, which includes a number of practical assessments.
Revalidation: Every 5 Years
Items to bring: Government Issued Photographic ID eg Driver Licence or Passport
Health prerequisites: This course is mainly classroom based but with light manual hand skill tasks.