HAZARDOUS AREAS

What is a hazardous Area?

Many liquids, gases and dusts which are generated, processed, handled and stored in industry are combustible and may become explosive given the right conditions. An area in which an explosive atmosphere could be expected to be present is known as a hazardous area. If a source of ignition with sufficient energy is present at the same time as an explosive atmosphere, the explosive mixture will burn rapidly with considerable force, resulting in unwanted consequences. 

Examples of a hazardous area include (but not limited to):

Spray painting booths

Batching Plants

Fuel Stations and Refineries

Grain Silo

Flour Mill

Sugar Refinery

Chemical Handling and Storage Facilities

Plastic Factory

I think I have a Hazardous Area, what do I need to do?

Engage a Professional and Qualified Electrical Firm. Our qualified Hazardous Area Team is able to carry out your electrical installation from start to finish. Our team is comprised of qualified Hazardous Area Installers and Hazardous Area Inspectors. We provide the following steps to ensure the installation meets all Australian Standards and Regulations.

1.      Onsite Visit and Inspection

2.      Classification of explosive environment and zones

3.      Design the correct electrical installation methods

4.      Design and complete the Hazardous Area Verification Dossier

5.      Carry out the electrical installation as per the Verification Dossier

6.      Onsite Hazardous Area Inspection

7.      Onsite Hazardous Area Audit

8.      Connection of Electricity

9.      12 monthly Detailed Inspections