What is included in the Explosion Protection Document
The Explosion Prrotection Document must first of all contain a number of descriptions of the organisational and technical measures of protection against explosions. It must also contain a list of all the zones which are potentially explosive. It must also include a statement from the employer or a list of inspection dates for the protection measures. It is also important to determine the procedure which is used to secure the workplace and use it safely in the event of a hazard occurring. The EPD should be prepare on the basis of the results of the risk assessment relating to the possibility of an explosive atmosphere occurring.
The scope of work includes:
- Object, plants, processes and workplace analysis – everywhere explosion atmospheres may be formed
- Analysis of flammable substances involved – its physical and chemical, explosive properties, established in lab
- Indication of zones endangered of explosion
- Risk Assessment – description of steps takes and received results
- Technical support, including means of protection and equipment solutions delivery
- Establishing the principles of a proper application of protection systems, its purposes and procedures of application
- Establishing the protection system’s frequency of review, with particular dates
Our experts offer
We will prepare the Explosion Prevention Document in accordance with all the requirements specified in the ministerial decree. During the preparation of the document, we will also take into account the recommendations of national and international guidelines related to ATEX directives. Thanks to our cooperation with FIKE Corporation, we also have substantive knowledge and familiarity with the recommendations of the American NFPA. We consult extensively with insurers, including FM Global and specialists from notified bodies GIG Experimental Mine Barbara and Chilworth. Our technical advice is conducted in accordance with FM Global’s DataSheet rules. Risk assessment and plant adjustment are conducted according to insurer requirements.