Safety equipment in hazardous environments must meet stringent certification requirements. Understanding ATEX, IECEx, SIL, and other standards is essential for procurement teams sourcing equipment for oil & gas, petrochemical, and other high-risk facilities.
Understanding Hazardous Area Classifications
Before procuring safety equipment, you must understand the hazardous area classification where it will be installed. Equipment must be rated for the specific zone, gas group, and temperature class of its intended location.
Key Certifications
Ensure equipment carries appropriate certifications for your jurisdiction:
Key Insight
Equipment with IECEx certification is increasingly accepted as equivalent to ATEX, simplifying global procurement for multinational operations.
Documentation Requirements
Safety equipment requires comprehensive certification documentation:
Conclusion
Safety equipment compliance is non-negotiable in hazardous environments. Procurement teams must verify certifications, understand documentation requirements, and ensure equipment is appropriate for the specific hazardous area classification where it will be installed.