Hazardous Area Requirements for Electrical Equipment - Workshop
A foundation of knowledge and systematic application of requirements in hazardous locations
Product Details
Each Attendee participates in the live, instructor-led sessions via a dedicated desktop or laptop. Tablet and Mobile are not compatible to the CSA Group’s Webex Training sessions.
Course Overview
From equipment selection to wiring methods and installation requirements, the safe installation of electrical equipment in hazardous locations relies on rigorous attention to detail. This course will provide a foundation of knowledge to help operations, maintenance, safety, electrical professionals and other stakeholders to systematically apply the requirements for installing and maintaining electrical equipment in hazardous locations. It provides a complete review of requirements based on the zone and division systems of classification for explosive gas and dust atmospheres.
Participants will carefully examine the installation requirements based on applicable Codes, standards and best practices, and will gain an understanding of the differences between the CEC and NEC Codes with respect to the Zone and Division systems of classification, Hazloc product markings, and equipment construction and performance requirements. In addition, participants will analyze installations to determine the wiring methods and equipment selection. This course covers both the installation and maintenance in Hazardous areas as well as product Certification requirements.
Learning Objectives
After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Define terminology and fundamentals specific to hazardous locations including the properties of an explosive atmosphere
- Explain how the Zone and Division Systems are used for the classification of hazardous areas
- Explain how safety, cost and a teamwork process all factor into a hazardous location study
- Apply Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code) rules to equipment requirements, wiring methods and seals in both Division and Zone hazardous locations
- Describe protection methods for hazardous areas classified by the presence of flammable substances
- Explain combustible gas detection in installations incorporating combustible gas detection.
- Identify and interpret the rules concerning common flammable gas sites
- Describe the rules concerning hazardous environments in sewage lift and treatment plants
- Differentiate between the different certification system and markings used in North America and internationally
Target Audience
- Construction Professionals (Estimators, inspectors, managers)
- Electricians
- Engineers (Electrical, mechanical, industrial)
- Regulatory representatives
- Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
- Operations, safety and maintenance personnel
What is included
Participant Guide
Course Outline
- CE Code Changes to Section 18 and Appendix J
- Terminology and Properties of an Explosive Atmosphere
- Basics of Area Classification
- Principles of Area Classification
- Explosion Protection Concepts
- Maintenance and Installation Requirements
- Gas Detection Applications
- Common Flammable Gas Sites
- Installation of Electrical Facilities in Sewage Lift and Pumping Stations, and Primary and Secondary Sewage Lift Treatment Plants
- Certification Systems and Markings
Dave J. Heron
Dave Heron is a Certified Electrical Inspector, by the International Association of Electrical Inspectors with extensive experience in the electrical industry including: Sixteen years Technical Advisor with the Electrical Safety Authority, nine years supervising Electrical Inspector with the Electrical Safety Authority, three years Journeyman Electrical Inspector with the Electrical Safety Authority and ten years as a Senior Estimator, and Project Coordinator.
Dave is an active member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors since 1987. Dave has provided technical support for electrical inspectors, contractors and electrical designers.
Dave is an active member of the following CE Code subcommittees; Section 0 — Object, scope, and definitions, Section 14 — Protection and control, Section 18 — Hazardous locations, Section 36 — High-voltage installations, Section 72 — Mobile home and recreational vehicle parks, Section 78 — Marine wharves, docking facilities, fixed and floating piers, and boathouses, Section 84 — Interconnection of electric power production sources.
Prerequisites
None.
Recommended Readings
• CSA C22.1:24, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I
• CSA C22.1HB:24, Canadian Electrical Code Handbook - An Explanation of the Rules of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I
Each Attendee participates in the live, instructor-led sessions via a dedicated desktop or laptop. Tablet and Mobile are not compatible to the CSA Group’s Webex Training sessions.
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Windows
• Windows – Version 8 or higher
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• Mozilla Firefox 52 and later
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• MAC – Version 10.13 or higher
• Firefox 52 and later
• Safari 11 and later
• Chrome 65 and later (32-bit/64-bit)
Accessories:
• Headset, headphones with microphone, or computer/device with speakers/microphone (required for audio)
• Video camera (optional)
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Onsite Training
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GST REG No R119441681
QST REG No R1006017360
