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in terms of the
Occupational Health and Safety ActAct 85 of 1993
K n o w l e d g e + E x p e r i e n c e =
i s t h e f u t u r e C O M M O D I T Y
BACK TO BASICS….ALARMING FACTS
O.H.S. ACT & STANDARDS REQUIREMENTS
RESPONSIBILITIES
SUMMARY
THE “EX” WAY FORWARD…..
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Backyard Mechanic
Cheap
Tools ??
For friendandfamilyonly
No officialgarage –open area –goodventilation
Back to basics….
ALARMING FACTS
Millions are spend on optimizing plants, BUT very little is
spend on training staff operating and maintaining these
technical advanced plants.
Emphasis on qualification, but competence, practical
assessment, and refresher training is neglected.
Pool of “Ex” experts shrinking due to the lack of formal
qualification structures for the competent ‘old hands’ and
youngsters entering this field…
WHY REFRESHER TRAINING ??
Legal requirement
Continuous staff competence improvement
Changes to standards/codes occur frequently and needs to be
understood and interpret by staff
Training is a constant and on-going process that will never end
Changes in technology to plant processes and maintenance
activities, needs to update current practices
Act 85 of 1993
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Electrical Installation Regulations (2009)Sections: 2, 3 & 7
Electrical Machinery Regulations (2011)Section 9 (before 25 March 2011 – Section 8)
SANS 10142-I Wiring of premises - Code ofPractice
Occupational Health and Safety Act
LEGISLATION
OHS Act
8.(1) Every employer shall provide and maintain, as far
as is reasonably practicable, a working environment that is
safe, and without risk to the health of his employees.
8.2.(e) providing such information, instructions, training
and supervision as may be necessary to ensure, as far as
is reasonably practicable, the health and safety at work of
his employees;
9 ( 8 ) T h e e m p l o y e r o r u s e r s h a l l c a u s e a l le l e c t r i c a l m a c h i n e r y i n a h a z a r d o u s l o c a t i o n t o b ev i s u a l l y i n s p e c t e d a n d t e s t e d a t i n t e r va l s n o te x c e e d i n g t w o ye a r s , o r a n y o t h e r i n t e r v a la p p r o v e d b y t h e c h i e f i n s p e c t o r a f t e r a r i s ka s s e s s m e n t h a s b e e n c o n d u c t e d b y a p e r s o n w h oi s c o m p e t e n t t o e x p r e s s a n o p i n i o n o n t h es a f e t y t h e r e o f : P r o v i d e d t h a t i n s t a l l e di n t r i n s i c a l l y s a f e e q u i p m e n t m a y i n l i e u o f a t e s tb e ve r i f i e d i n t e r m s o f t h e a p p r o v e d d e s i g n .
Electrical Machinery Regulation (2011) Section 9 ofOHS Act (Act 85 of 1993) states:-
9 ( 9 ) T h e p e r s o n c a r r y i n g o u t t h e e x a m i n a t i o nr e f e r r e d t o i n s u b r e g u l a t i o n ( 8 ) s h a l l e n t e r, s i g na n d d a t e t h e r e s u l t s o f e a c h e x a m i n a t i o n i n ar e c o r d b o o k w h i c h s h a l l b e k e p t b y t h e e m p l o ye ro r u s e r f o r t h i s p u r p o s e .
(SANS) IEC 60079 – Part 14 & 17
Electrical installation, inspection andmaintenance
SANS IEC 60079 – 14 & 17
4.2 Qualification of personnel
The inspection and maintenance of installations shall be carried out
only by experienced personnel, whose training has included instruction
on the various types of protection and installation practices, the
requirements of this standard, the relevant national regulations/company
rules applicable to the installation and on the general principles of area
classification (see Annex B). Appropriate continuing education or training
shall be undertaken by personnel on a regular basis. Evidence of the
relevant experience and training claimed shall be available.
WHAT ABOUT YOUR “OTHER” STAFF ?
Electricians, EA’s, lamp fitters,
Operators
Mechanical staff (Fitters /Welders)
Office staff (HR & Finance Dept.)
General Workers (Cleaners)
Management ????
Commercial Dept. (Buyers)
WHAT IS NEEDED ?
Structured Ex Competency / Training Certification Framework/Scheme
Accredited Training Centres (Available in all provinces)
Competent Ex Mentors/ Trainers
Practical training covered
Refresher training (continuous)
New standards / updates to students (informed)
Definite Ex career path or fields to specialize in
Staff frequently informed about advances in technology
Competence Board (skill assess)
PROPOSED TRAINING
& COMPETENCE
CERTIFICATION FRAMEWORK
Applicationto Scheme
TheoreticalTraining – ExFundamentals
SANS IEC60079 parts0,10,14 &17
DemonstrateSkill
PracticalAssessment
Proposed Ex Competency &Training System
FinalAssessment
RPLAssessment
Qualifications& Experience
Correctshortcomings
Re - Train Ex CompetentLevel I - Technical
(Certificate valid2 years)Technical Staff
Managerial Staff
Ex CompetentLevel I - Management
(Certificate valid 2years)
Level I – Ex Fundamental Training Modules
Module 1
The basic requirements for uncontrolled explosions (fire triangle) Legal requirements (OHS Act, EMR 9), ARP 10108 ATEX & DSEAR (International Legislation)
Module 2
Area classification principles / methodology Gas Groups and temperature classes The equipment protection concepts (EPL & Categories)
Module 3
Cable glands (barrier) The concepts of Ex ‘d’, ‘n’, ‘e’ and ‘p’ electrical equipment in explosive
atmospheresModule 4
Documentation Inspections (types and grades) Earthing Training – Ex Fundamentals
SANS IEC 60079 parts 0,10,14 &17
TheoreticalAdvance Training
Ex installationand inspectionsSANS IEC 60079
parts 14 &17
DemonstrateSkill
PracticalAssessment
Competence Process to LEVEL II
FinalAssessment
Correctshortcomings
Re - Train
ExCompetent
Level I
Technical StaffManagerial Staff
Ex CompetentLevel II - Technical
(Certificate valid 2years)
Ex CompetentLevel II - Management
(Certificate valid 2years)
Level II – Advance Training Modules
Module 1
Overview Level I Theory Legal requirements (OHS Act, DSEAR, ATEX) ARP 10108
Module 2
Area classification process. (Zoning) Equipment selection (Gas Groups and temperature classes) The equipment protection concepts (EPL & Categories detail)
Module 3
Equipment design concepts (flamepath & enclosure covers, etc.) The selection and preparation of Ex ‘d’, ‘n’, ‘e’ and ‘p’ electrical equipment in
explosive atmospheres. The inspection and maintenance of Ex ‘d’, ‘n’, ‘e’ and ‘p’ electrical equipment in
explosive atmospheres.
Module 4
Documentation and drawings (area classification) Inspections process and checklists
Advance TrainingEx installation and
inspectionsSANS IEC 60079 parts 14 &17
TheoreticalAdvance
Training –Classification &
DesignSANS IEC 60079
parts 10,14
TheoreticalAdvance
Training –Classification &
DesignSANS IEC 60079
parts 10,14
DemonstrateSkill
DemonstrateSkill
PracticalAssessment
PracticalAssessment
FinalAssessment
FinalAssessment
Correctshortcomings
Correctshortcomings
Re - TrainRe - Train
ExCompetent
Level II
Technical StaffManagerial Staff
Ex CompetentLevel III - Technical
(Diploma valid 3years)
Ex CompetentLevel III - Management
(Diploma valid 3years)
Competence Process to LEVEL III
Level III – Advance Training Modules
Module 1
Refresh Level II Theory Legal requirements
Module 2
Area classification process Equipment selection (Gas Groups and temperature classes) The equipment protection concepts (EPL & Categories detail)
Module 3
Exd equipment design concepts (flamepath & enclosure covers) The selection and preparation of Ex ‘d’, ‘n’, ‘e’ and ‘p’ electrical equipment in
explosive atmospheres. The inspection and maintenance of Ex ‘d’, ‘n’, ‘e’ and ‘p’ electrical equipment in
explosive atmospheres.
Module 4
Documentation and drawings (area classification) Inspections process and checklists
Advance Training –Classification & Design
SANS IEC 60079 parts 10,14
Advance Training –Classification & Design
SANS IEC 60079 parts 10,14
Career Path - Summarized
LEVEL I On successfulcompletion
LEVEL II On successfulcompletion
On successful completionLEVEL III
LEVEL III
DIPLOMA
Practical experience is crucial, but the application there-off
is more important.
Lack of skilled, competent workforce is everyone's problem
Youngsters must know the risks involved in hazardous
locations, only achievable by proper training, and practical
exposure
Don’t forget the ‘CURRENT XPERTS’ they also need
proper training
How do you validate saving cost in lea of safety and
training
Ensure all training attended to be fullyaccredited.
Ensure training covers both practical andtheoretical applications
Have a training programme for each employee(PDP)
Managers also needs to attend technical training Include the ‘CURRENT XPERTS’ !!!!!!!!!! Have non technical staff also attend training
(buyer, secretaries, operators, etc..)
New or revision of Hazardous Location ClassificationsHazardous Location legal compliance auditsHazardous location training with different levels of training:-
Introduction to Hazardous Locations (non technical and technical) – 1 DayHazardous Location Advanced Maintenance & Inspection training for technicalpersonnel – 5 Days
Above course are accredited by EWSETA, Accreditation no. ES/ETQA 0084
Competency of Personnel:-
Consultants for Specialized Electrical Installations
International Registered Assessors & Trainers
Registered Master Installation Electricians
Electrical Engineer (GCC – Factories)
WE Offer:
Contact Details(Mel) M.J. WilmansExplosion Prevention ConsultantNational Moderator –Specialized Electrical InstallationCodes
Work: (016) 971-4685Fax: 086 626 0860Cell: 082 895 6741
(Max) B.B. KoenExplosion Prevention Consultant
Work: (016) 971-4942Fax: 086 671 2293Cell: 083 232 0383
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