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DSEAR: Hazardous area classification for gases and liquids
Key Information
Duration: 1 day (face-to-face) or 2 part-days (live online)
Available as: face-to-face, live online and in-house training
Price: £715 per person
Course dates
HSE runs three courses to help employers comply with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR).
- DSEAR: Gases and liquids
- DSEAR: Hazardous area classification for gases and liquids
- DSEAR: Controlling dust explosion risks
While there is some overlap between the courses delegates can attend or more courses depending on which area of DSEAR they are interested in.
Overview
DSEAR requires that areas where accidental releases of dangerous substances could occur are identified and classified according to the likelihood of the formation of a flammable atmosphere.
Within classified areas, sources of ignition should be controlled. This course is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge to carry out straightforward hazardous area classification in accordance with commonly used standards or to act as an intelligent customer when contracting others to deliver this role.
The 'DSEAR: Hazardous Area Classification for Gases and Liquids' course is aimed at those with some existing experience of DSEAR and hazardous area classification, whereas the 'DSEAR: Gases and Liquids' is an entry level course.
Learning outcomes
Delegates will be provided with information that will help them to:
- Understand how the regulations apply in relation to hazardous area classification
- Know what standards are available for area classification
- Understand which area classification standards are most applicable to them and understand which are applicable to their business
- Be able to perform a straightforward area classification study
- Be able to act as an intelligent customer when commissioning hazardous area classification
What the course will cover
Delegates will be introduced to DSEAR and the classification of hazardous substances and will look at the relevance of the physical/chemical properties of gases, liquids and flammable mists to area classification. The classification of hazardous areas by zone will be explained, including the concept of a zone of negligible extent (NE). Delegates will look at the importance of ventilation in area classification and the concept of Vz based methods. Delegates will look at hazardous area classification standards and codes and be given an overview of what equipment to use in classified areas. Finally, delegates will look at the national and international standards and guidance commonly used in area classification including practical examples of their use.
Who should attend?
This course is suitable for those who require a detailed understanding of the process of hazardous area classification, including process safety engineers, electrical engineers and health and safety practitioners.
Book your place(s)
Course fees include all resources and a certificate of attendance (please note that all courses must be paid for via credit card at the time of booking).
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In-house training
This course can also be delivered to larger groups at a suitable, agreed location anywhere in the UK or internationally, online, or at the HSE Science and Research Centre. Content can also be tailored to meet organisations' own needs. Please get in touch to find out more.