Course on the Repair and Overhaul of

 Ex Electrical Apparatus.

 

 

History:

 In 1984 the AEMT in conjunction with BEAMA produced the first BEAMA/AEMT “Code of Practice for the Repair and Overhaul of Ex Electrical Apparatus” with input from the major users of Hazardous Area Equipment, and the Health and Safety Executive. It was subsequently adopted with only minor changes as the British and European Standard BS EN 60079 19, 1993, and International standard IEC 79 19, and is recognised as the standard to which Hazardous Area equipment should be repaired and overhauled. Since 1984 the AEMT has trained delegates from the repair industry, and personnel from the major Oil companies, Chemical companies, Gas and Water treatment companies etc. from around the world.

 

 

 

 

 

Target Audience:

Who should attend? Electrical and mechanical engineers, technicians, and supervisors, who are responsible for handling Ex explosion protected apparatus, especially personnel, who are removing and installing Ex motors, generators, pumps, gearboxes, etc. or involved in the replacement of spare parts such as bearings. The first module is also suitable for managers and delegates involved with Atex, Health and Safety, and risk assessments for apparatus in Hazardous Zoned areas, or for sales, stores, and administration staff requiring a knowledge of zoned areas, equipment suitability etc.

 

Course Objectives:

The aims of the course are to raise the level of delegates so that they fully understand hazardous zoned areas, and how the different standards of equipment are made suitable for the various areas. The correct procedures and practices to be used for the overhaul of explosion protected motors, pumps, and other equipment, so that they will comply with the original certification to which they were manufactured, and/or comply with the original standards. To ensure that delegates understand the legal requirements, risk assessments, and health and safety requirements, when overhauling and maintaining Ex apparatus, such as motors, generators, pumps, gearboxes etc.

 

Programme and Course Content.

 

Day 1:

  • Registration and Introduction.
  • Ignitition Sources, Flammable Gases, Vapours, and Dusts.
  • The various principles of Ex protection for Gas, and Dust.
  • Temperature classification, and groups of apparatus.
  • Certification, certificates, standards and marking.
  • The original BEAMA/AEMT Code of Practice.
  • The basic requirements and general procedures to follow to comply with the responsibilities of ATEX, DSEAR, and BS IEC 60079 19 (IEC 79 19).
  • Assessment.

 

Day 2:

  • The principles and repair methods for:
    1. Flameproof Concept, Exd and Exde
    2. Increased Safety Concept, Exe.
    3. Incendive sparking concept, Exn.
    4. Other methods including: Intrinsic safety, Exi, Pressurised Exp, Oil immersed ExO, Encapsulated Exm, Sand filled Exq, Specials Exs, etc.
    5. Mechanical Protection Concepts, Liquid Immersion, constructional safety, Flow restriction, etc.
  • Installation, Reinstallation, and Testing of Ex Apparatus.
  • Reports and records for Ex repairs ensuring the quality and management of repairs.
  • Legal requirements and safe working practices.
  • Assessment.

 

The course programmes rely upon the full involvement of the delegates in discussions and exercises.

 

 

Certification:

All delegates are assessed throughout the course, with multiple choice questions, and an AEMT certificate issued to all successful delegates.

 

 Course, Length, and Times:

The courses are two days starting each day at 8.45am to 4.30 pm.

 

Hands On competency module:

The two-day hands on course is essential for any delegate, who will be repairing Ex equipment or will be supervising the repair of Hazardous area equipment. This is a two-day hands on module, where delegates are able to dismantle and reassemble flameproof motors, taking measurements, recording the details, and comparing with the appropriate certificate, or standard. This module is an essential part for delegates, actively involved in repair work, who must now have their ability to repair Ex equipment assessed for competence. It is also advisable for anyone taking ultimate responsibility for Ex repairs in the workshop.

 

Hands-on (R) Refresher Course.

Technicians should attend a refresher course every three years to keep their certificate up to date, and ensure that they are kept up to date with any changes in the standards, repair procedures, and apparatus. The courses are hands-on with a  reassessment of the delegates ability, to ensure that delegates have maintained their competency. Refresher course contains all of the syllabus of the Module 2 Hands on course. The course also updates delegates on recent changes in standards, or equipment and answers any problems encountered by delegates in the group discussions. The hands-on 2R is a combination course held in Aberdeen, Dubai, and Kuala Lumpur.

 

Delivery Media.

The course uses demonstrations with Power Point, DVD. Where possible there are examples of Ex d, Ex de, Ex e and Ex n motors and cable glands. Copies of BS IEC 60079 19, and BS IEC 60079 1 are provided during the course, and questionnaires. There are also extensive notes for retention by the delegates.

 

Bookings

Please make all bookings on the attached forms (NB There are different forms for courses in Kuala Lumpur, & Dubai). This must be supported by payment in full 6 weeks before the course commences.  Early booking is advised, as courses are limited in size. In the event of an applicant having to cancel, the fee will be refunded in part thus: Up to 4 weeks before the event: 100% refund. Less than 4 weeks before the event: Not refundable but transferable to another course.

 

The Course Fees cover all lectures and demonstrations, morning coffee, lunch, and tea each day, and the provision of the comprehensive course manuals, delegate assessment, and certificates.

 

 

2007 UK Ex Booking Form

2008 Dubai Ex Booking Form

2008 Kuala Lumpa Booking Form

 

THE COURSE FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE ACCOMMODATION.