ATEX - working within explosive atmospheres

Potentially explosive atmospheres occur in petrochemical and refining plants, and water industry facilities. They are also found in distilleries, paint spraying plants, flourmills, woodworking machine plants and petrol forecourt environments.

Failure to ensure safe working practices in these circumstances could result in the ignition of explosive gases or dust clouds leading to injury or even fatalities.

IMS is able to carry out work on sites covered by ATEX 137 (the European directive for the protection of workers at risk from explosive atmospheres).
Together with our experience of confined space working, this enables us to cover most electrical and mechanical tasks requiring work within an explosive atmosphere.

Our trained and qualified personnel are certified by COMPEX to carry out the following tasks:

• Area classification of Explosive Atmospheres
• Zoning in accordance with BSEN60079-10
• Design of Electrical installations and systems as covered by BSEN60079-14
• Selections and erection of equipment for Hazardous Areas
• Inspection and Maintenance of electrical installations in hazardous areas in accordance with BSEN60079-17