Title :
IECEx Certification of Personnel Competencies: Independently Verifying Individuals Who Work in Hazardous Areas
Author :
Cole, Marty ; McManama, Kerry
Author_Institution :
Hubbell Canada LP, Pickering, ON, Canada
Abstract :
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) System for Certification to Standards Relating to Equipment for Use in Explosive Atmospheres (IECEx) has expanded its scope from product certification to include the certification of individuals working in or with hazardous location industries.
Keywords :
certification; explosives; hazards; occupational safety; personnel; explosive atmospheres; hazardous areas; hazardous location industries; international electrotechnical commission system; personnel competencies IECEx certification; product certification; standards certification; Certification; Explosives; Inspection; Maintenance engineering; Standards; Training;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MIAS.2012.2215999
