ATEX

Explosion safety

Any company where flammable substances are transported, stored and used is required under occupational health and safety legislation to have a policy in place to protect employees against explosion risks. Kiwa has many years of experience in the field of gas and therefore possess in-depth knowledge of the properties of different gases, their various applications, and the associated risks.

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The basis for EU fire safety requirements is the European ATEX 153 directive (1999/92/EC). The risks to employees must be documented in an explosion safety document, which must at least include:

  • A risk assessment
  • Hazardous area classification
  • The appropriate technical and organizational control measures to be implemented

Step-by-step approach

Kiwa can support you with:

  • Identifying and assessing risks
  • Support on practical control measures
  • Supporting and preparing the Explosion Safety Document (ESD)