Advanced Instrumentation Solutions for Hazardous Environments
Safe use and management of instrumentation in hazardous areas
This programme is delivered in-house or at our Doha centre. Contact us to confirm scheduling, group sizing and fees for your team.
RegisterInstrumentation plays a critical role in the modern industrial landscape, providing essential measurements such as pressure, temperature, level, and flow. These signals, whether discrete or analog, are crucial for the safe and efficient operation of any facility. However, many industries operate in hazardous environments where the use of instrumentation cannot be avoided. This training course by Demoura Lawson Consulting is designed to equip professionals with the necessary skills to safely use and manage instrumentation in hazardous areas.
This course focuses on bridging the critical knowledge gap in safely implementing and managing instrumentation in environments classified as hazardous.
Key highlights include identifying and assessing hazardous areas; selecting the appropriate instrumentation and electrical equipment for hazardous locations; understanding and applying explosion protection methodologies; and installing, inspecting, and maintaining certified equipment for hazardous areas.
- Define hazards and classify hazardous materials
- Understand and mitigate risks by eliminating sources of ignition
- Fully comprehend area classification and the types of explosion protection apparatus
- Gain expertise in the interaction between instrumentation and various gas groups and temperature classes
- Install, maintain, and inspect a range of explosion protection equipment
- Document all equipment used in hazardous areas comprehensively
Participants will engage in a blend of theoretical presentations, individual and group exercises, practical demonstrations, and interactive discussions. The course methodology encourages active participation and the practical application of knowledge in real-world scenarios.
- International best practices in explosion prevention
- Accurate classification of hazardous areas
- Selection of appropriate equipment for hazardous environments
- Regular inspection, review, and maintenance of existing equipment
- Understanding and protecting installations from explosion hazards
- Zone classification, apparatus grouping, and temperature classes
- Conducting area classifications and understanding their specifics
- Handling flammable materials and their influence on hazardous areas
- Interpreting hazardous area certification labels
- Instrumentation and electrical personnel responsible for hazardous area instrumentation
- Engineers and managers involved in purchasing equipment for hazardous environments
- Supervisors and operators who use information from instrumentation in hazardous areas
- Mechanical, electrical, and process engineers working on projects with hazardous areas
- Safety officers, financial supervisors, and procurement personnel
- Anyone with a specific interest in hazardous areas from an instrumentation perspective
Day 1
- Overview and historical context
- Understanding fires and explosions
- Characteristics of explosive materials
- Critical definitions (flashpoint, boiling point, LEL, etc.)
- Area classification and hazard assessment
Day 2
- Selecting appropriate equipment for hazardous environments
- Identifying and mitigating sources of ignition
- Managing static electricity, friction, and sparks
- Methods of protection: weatherproofing, corrosion prevention, etc.
Day 3
- Intrinsic safety (Ex i) and flame-proofing (Ex d)
- Proper cabling, screening, and earthing techniques
- Increased safety measures (Ex e) and equipment inspection
Day 4
- Pressurized apparatus (Ex p) and other protection methods (Ex n, Ex m, Ex o, Ex q, Ex s)
- Labelling, certification, and compliance
Day 5
- In-depth installation, inspection, and maintenance practices
- Understanding codes of protection and legal requirements
- Documentation and record-keeping for hazardous areas