Title :
Handling changes from divisions to zones
Author :
Rangel, Estellito, Jr.
Abstract :
This paper deals with the adaptation of IEC standards in electrical plants in Brazil. The Brazilian Technical Standards Association (ABNT) adopted the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) basis and changed the Brazilian electrical installations. This article will describe how these changes impacted the Brazilian oil and gas sectors, focusing on the area classification study, the installation design, the trade of electrical and electronic equipment for use in hazardous locations and training necessities.
Keywords :
IEC standards; electrical safety; gas industry; hazardous areas; industrial training; installation; oil technology; Brazil; Brazilian Technical Standards Association; IEC standards; International Electrotechnical Commission; area classification study; electrical installations design; electrical plants; electrical-electronic equipment trade; gas sectors; hazardous locations; oil sectors; training necessities; Atmosphere; Cables; Design engineering; Employment; Explosives; Hazardous areas; IEC standards; Law; Legal factors; Petroleum;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MIA.2004.1286611
