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 New, modified, extended or restructured workplaces have had to meet the regulations since 1st July 2003. Existing workplaces had until 30th June 2006, by which time they should have met the requirements of the Directive.
Employers are required to take technical and/or organisational measures appropriate to the nature of the operation in accordance with three basic principles: |
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The prevention of the formation of explosive atmospheres OR, where the nature of the activity prevents that |
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The avoidance of the ignition of explosive atmospheres AND |
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The mitigation of the detrimental effects of an explosion so as to ensure the health and safety of workers |
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Organisational measures include training of workers, written instructions for work carried out in hazardous areas and permit to work systems.
Technical measures include proper selection, installation and maintenance of electrical and non-electrical equipment, taking into account the classification of the area in which the equipment is to be used. Click here for more information on classification of hazardous places. |
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 Terrington Data Management can help you to comply with the Directive by providing you with software that enables you to keep detailed, auditable training and inspection records to prove you are maintaining your workplace in accordance with guidelines.
Ind-Ex is configurable to individual requirements, so training records can be easily built to suit your existing needs. It also contains pre-configured close, visual and detailed inspection forms for rapid installation and ease of use. |
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The ATEX 137 Workplace Directive 1999/92/EC (also known as the ´Use´ Directive) is implemented in the UK by the Health and Safety Executive under the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR).
