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EX course

Ex Basics

EX course

Ex Basics

The course is designed for personnel who need an introduction to the requirements for installation, marking and final inspection of equipment in hazardous areas.

Next course August 17, 2026
Location Bryne , Blomsterdalen , Porsgrunn
Available 7 dates

Participants will receive an introduction according to relevant parts of IEC 60079, IEC 61892, Authority requirements and national adaptations. 

The course is in accordance with NFEA EX-KOMP:2021. 

 

The participants' learning goals are to have an understanding of:

  • Fire and explosion theory.
  • Light sources.
  • Area classification and zoning.
  • Gas groups.
  • Temperature classes.
  • Protection methods.
  • Norwegian oil and gas organization.
  • HAVTIL regulations.
  • Regulatory matrix.
  • ATEX directives.
  • International norms and standards.
  • Explosion protection document.
  • Equipment marking.
  • IP degree.
  • Cables.
  • Heating cable.
  • Grounding.
  • Cable entries.
  • Installation of equipment.
  • Initial inspection.rect
  • Explosion prevention and protection.

 

Regulations: 

  • EN IEC 60079-1
  • EN 1127-1
  • ISO EN 80079-36
  • IEC 61892
  • Regulations
  • FUSEX (ATEX)
  • FHOSEX (ATEX)

Prerequisites

Knowledge in electrical or automation engineering

Target group

Personnel involved in installation, inspection
and selection of equipment in explosive areas.

Upcoming course dates

Week 34
17 August 2026 – 19 August
09:00–15:00 Bryne ExTek
Few places Sign up
Week 38
14 September 2026 – 16 September
09:00–15:00 Bryne ExTek
Few places Sign up
Week 42
12 October 2026 – 14 October
09:00–15:00 Blomsterdalen ExTek
Available seats Sign up
Week 45
2 November 2026 – 4 November
09:00–15:00 Porsgrunn ExTek
Available seats Sign up
Week 46
9 November 2026 – 11 November
09:00–15:00 Bryne ExTek
Few places Sign up
Week 50
December 7, 2026 – December 9
09:00–15:00 Blomsterdalen ExTek
Available seats Sign up
Week 51
December 14, 2026 – December 16
09:00–15:00 Bryne ExTek
Few places Sign up

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