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Formation e-learning - Prévention du risque ATEX en Anglais - Atex risk prevention e-learning training

In industrial environments, explosive atmospheres (ATEX) can present serious hazards to workers, equipment and facilities. Understanding these risks and following appropriate safety procedures are essential to preventing accidents. 

The ACN Group e-learning course “ATEX Risk Prevention” provides the knowledge and practical guidance needed to identify hazardous situations and work safely in potentially explosive environments. 

You will learn to understand the conditions that can lead to an explosion, including the six elements of the explosion hexagon, to better recognize the factors contributing to explosive atmospheres. This course will also help you identify ATEX hazardous zones and understand the significance of “Ex” markings, enabling you to recognize classified areas and adopt appropriate safety measures. 

You will discover how to differentiate between combustible substances and potential ignition sources, while learning to interpret equipment markings to ensure that the equipment used is suitable for the relevant ATEX zone. 

Finally, you will develop the ability to follow essential safety procedures during operations, recognize hazardous situations and respond appropriately to equipment malfunctions or abnormal conditions. 

A practical, safety-oriented course designed to strengthen your understanding of ATEX hazards, promote safe working practices and reduce the risk of explosions in industrial environments.

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Durée

3 Heures

Taux de réussite

100 %

Disponible en classe virtuelle

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Formation e-learning - Prévention du risque ATEX en Anglais - Atex risk prevention e-learning training

In industrial environments, explosive atmospheres (ATEX) can present serious hazards to workers, equipment and facilities. Understanding these risks and following appropriate safety procedures are essential to preventing accidents. 

The ACN Group e-learning course “ATEX Risk Prevention” provides the knowledge and practical guidance needed to identify hazardous situations and work safely in potentially explosive environments. 

You will learn to understand the conditions that can lead to an explosion, including the six elements of the explosion hexagon, to better recognize the factors contributing to explosive atmospheres. This course will also help you identify ATEX hazardous zones and understand the significance of “Ex” markings, enabling you to recognize classified areas and adopt appropriate safety measures. 

You will discover how to differentiate between combustible substances and potential ignition sources, while learning to interpret equipment markings to ensure that the equipment used is suitable for the relevant ATEX zone. 

Finally, you will develop the ability to follow essential safety procedures during operations, recognize hazardous situations and respond appropriately to equipment malfunctions or abnormal conditions. 

A practical, safety-oriented course designed to strengthen your understanding of ATEX hazards, promote safe working practices and reduce the risk of explosions in industrial environments.

Objectifs pédagogiques

1. Identify and accurately describe the six essential conditions required for an explosion, as illustrated by the explosion hexagon.
2. Understand the meaning of “Ex” signs and recognize the different ATEX zones (0/20, 1/21 and 2/22).
3. Differentiate between combustible substances, including gases, vapours and dusts, and identify their potential ignition sources.
4. Understand equipment markings and determine whether equipment is suitable for use in a specific ATEX zone.
5. Apply the safety instructions outlined in a work permit during a simulated emergency intervention.
6. Recognize hazardous situations and detect equipment malfunctions in the immediate working environment.

Programme

1. Core principles of prevention and regulations:
- Review accident statistics and occupational risk trends.
- Understand the regulatory framework, including DUERP, RPP and DRPCE.
- Explore the fundamental principles of occupational risk prevention.
2. Understanding ATEX fundamentals:
- Define explosive atmospheres and understand how they develop.
- Explore the transition from the fire triangle to the explosion hexagon.
- Examine the six essential conditions required for an explosion.
3. ATEX zoning and safety signage:
- Understand the principles used to classify hazardous areas.
- Distinguish between gas zones (0, 1, 2) and dust zones (20, 21, 22).
- Recognize regulatory ATEX signs and their significance.
4. Explosive hazards and combustible substances:
- Identify the different types of combustible materials.
- Understand explosive properties, including flash point and lower and upper explosive limits (LEL/UEL).
- Recognize potential ignition sources in industrial environments.
5. ATEX equipment and markings:
- Understand the structure and meaning of ATEX CE markings.
- Determine the appropriate equipment category for each hazardous zone.
- Learn to interpret equipment identification plates and safety information.
6. Safe intervention procedures:
- Understand work authorization procedures, including hot work permits.
- Conduct risk assessments before starting an intervention.
- Apply operational safety measures, including explosive atmosphere monitoring.
7. Everyday ATEX risk prevention:
- Adopt safe working practices and respect prohibited activities.
- Monitor equipment condition and identify potential malfunctions.
- Apply appropriate maintenance procedures and industrial housekeeping practices.

Pré-requis, public et accessibilité

Public and prerequisites :
  • Open to all.

Déroulement et méthode pédagogique

Materials required :
  • PC MAC, tablet, Android. Internet connection.
Accessibility :
  • Online training accessible to PRMs.
  • Audio description and subtitles not available
Technical assistance :
Assessment :
  • Validation questionnaire and exercises
  • Multimedia: images, videos, animations, audio, ...
Teaching aids :
  • Access to the online course.

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Référence : MA - EL-SST019 - V2026

Prix de la formation

890 MAD

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Référence : MA - EL-SST019 - V2026

Durée conseillée : 3 Heures

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