Course Description
The CompEx Ex11 – Mechanical course is designed to determine the core competency of mechanical personnel who work with non-electrical (mechanical) equipment in hazardous areas where gases, vapors, or dusts can form potentially explosive atmospheres.
What certificate will i receive?
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a CompEx Certificate of Core Competence – Ex11 Mechanical, valid for 5 years, along with a CompEx ID card.
Advantage: Provides globally recognised proof of competence and compliance in Ex Mechanical equipment.
What is the duration of the course?
The typical course duration is 3 days (full-time), including written assessments.
Guided learning time is approximately theoretical 8–12 hours and practical 2-4 hours.
Advantage: It validates mechanical core competence specifically for non-electrical (mechanical) equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres.
What are the entry requirements?
Practicing competent mechanical operatives
Practicing competent multi-skilled operatives
Mechanical engineers with previous practical experience
Electro-mechanical engineers with previous practical experience
Prior CompEx certification supported by employer sponsored letter
Benefit: Ensures learners possess the right background to fully engage with advanced Ex mechanical and assessment principles.
What does the course cover?
The aim of this course is focuses on the safe selection, installation, inspection, and maintenance of mechanical equipment used in hazardous areas where explosive atmospheres may be present (gas, vapour, or dust environments).
The course consists of a single unit, which incorporates elements from the CompEx Foundation qualification (ExF) to include fundamentals in hazardous awareness and Ex principles.
Candidates will learn about the safety considerations that should be applied to work areas that contain potentially explosive or flammable atmospheres and the factors that are used to classify their location.
IEC/ISO standards which are applicable to hazardous locations containing non-electrical (mechanical) equipment.
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic method and requirements for non-electrical equipment for hazardous locations (constructional safety ‘c’, control of ignition source ‘b’ and liquid immersion ‘k’).
Demonstrate an understanding of how certified Ex non-electrical equipment maintains its protection concept and how it is to be selected, installed, inspected and maintained.
Demonstrate an understanding of required correct equipment selection, e.g. flange, gaskets, bolts and use of current industry flange installation practices.
Demonstrate an understanding of leak testing requirements of installed flange arrangements
Benefit: Learners build both theoretical and practical competence, ready to working safely with non-electrical mechanical equipment in explosive/hazardous atmospheres
How is the course assessed?
Written Examinations: Assessment papers covering Principles of hazardous areas, Mechanical protection concepts, Standards and legislation, Installation, inspection, and maintenance requirements.
Practical Assessment: Identifying hazardous-area equipment, Performing mechanical installation and inspection tasks, Demonstrating correct selection and use of tools, Completing documentation required under relevant Ex standards.
Benefit: Comprehensive assessment ensures each participant demonstrates both theoretical understanding and practical competence.
₹ 85000.00 INR
(Exld GST)
Course info
- Certificate
- CompEx Certificate of Core Competence – Ex11 Mechanical
- Duration
3 Days (Full-Time)
Approx. 8–12 theoretical guided learning hours and 2-4 practical hours (2 days) and 1 day of assessment.
- Who is it for
This course is designed for:
- Mechanical operatives who work in hazardous locations where explosive atmospheres from gases, vapors, or dusts may be present.
- It provides the necessary competency for those involved in the installation and maintenance of non-electrical equipment in such environments.
- Mechanical personnel who may interact with or work on equipment in areas classified as hazardous due to the risk of explosion.
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