Course details

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Electrical or instrumentation technicians new to hazardous areas.

• Recently qualified technicians or trainees.

• Technical and non-technical personnel looking to expand their practical understanding before progressing to advanced CompEx qualifications.

Why Take This Course?

ExF+ bridges the gap between awareness and hands-on experience. It's a strong preparatory course for those planning to progress to more technical, practitioner-level CompEx modules.

• Build practical confidence.

• Learn safe installation practices.

• Understand key standards and protection concepts.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, candidates will be able to:

Theoretical Understanding:

• Describe components of hazardous atmospheres and required precautions.

• Identify classification descriptors for gases, vapours, and dust.

• Understand relevant national and IEC regulations and directives.

• Explain key equipment protection concepts and certification levels.

• Demonstrate awareness of roles, responsibilities, and safety procedures.

Practical Competence:

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One clearly visible outcome, continued in the fourth screenshot, is:

- Terminate cable conductors into an enclosure using tools and techniques.

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Assessment Process

Theory:

• Type: Online Multiple Choice (MCQ)

Practical:

• Task: Installation assessment (1 hour 30 minutes)

Certification

Successful candidates will receive the internationally recognised CompEx Certificate in Core Competence, valid for 5 years.