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Electrical Grounding Systems and Hazardous Area Classifications

Ensuring Safety and Compliance in Electrical Systems Design

21-25 Apr 2025
Dubai
$5,950
 
04-08 Aug 2025
Dubai
$5,950
 
17-21 Nov 2025
Dubai
$5,950
 

Course Introduction

Electrical grounding and hazardous area classifications are essential for ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical systems across various industries. Grounding systems provide critical pathways for fault currents, safeguarding personnel and equipment, while hazardous area classifications are crucial for preventing electrical incidents in environments with flammable gases, vapors, or dust. As industrial systems become more complex and regulatory standards evolve, professionals must possess a thorough understanding of modern grounding techniques, safety protocols, and international classification standards. This Electrical Grounding Systems and Hazardous Area Classifications training course offers a comprehensive examination of the principles, design practices, and regulatory frameworks for both electrical grounding systems and hazardous area classifications, equipping participants with the expertise to design, operate, and maintain safe and compliant electrical systems.

Training Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles and functions of electrical grounding systems
  • Learn hazardous area classification standards and best practices
  • Explore the latest tools and techniques for safety and compliance
  • Develop expertise in implementing robust and cost-effective solutions

Training Methodology

This COPEX training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

Who should Attend?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Electrical engineers and technicians
  • Safety and compliance officers
  • Project managers in industrial sectors
  • Professionals involved in electrical system design and maintenance

Course Outline

Day One: Fundamentals of Electrical Grounding Systems
  • Purpose and components of grounding systems
  • Grounding methods for industrial and commercial facilities
  • Key standards and regulations: IEEE, NEC, IEC
Day Two: Design and Analysis of Grounding Systems
  • Fault current calculations and protective grounding design
  • Grounding for power substations, transformers, and generators
  • Testing and measurement techniques for grounding systems
Day Three: Hazardous Area Classifications: Principles and Standards
  • Overview of hazardous locations: gas, vapor, and dust environments
  • International classification standards: NEC, IEC, ATEX
  • Methods of protection: intrinsic safety, explosion-proof, purged and pressurized systems
Day Four: Designing Electrical Systems for Hazardous Areas
  • Equipment selection and installation for hazardous environments
  • Inspection and maintenance of hazardous area electrical systems
  • Case studies of incidents and safety solutions
Day Five: Innovations and Risk Mitigation
  • Emerging technologies in grounding and hazardous area classifications
  • Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
  • Practical applications and group exercises

Certificates

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides quick answers to the most common questions about our services, procedures, and policies. We aim to make your experience with us as straightforward as possible. For further assistance, our support team is ready to help.

How can I register?

There are several ways to register in our public training courses:
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Telephone – +971 4 368 6886 or +971 50 106 2750

When will I receive the confirmation for my registration/s?

Upon successful registration, processing window will take not more than 24 hours from the time of registration. An email including the registration confirmation, invoice and joining instructions will be sent to the provided email address.

What is included in the training fee?

Published training course fees are inclusive of the training venue, training manual, writing materials, lunch and coffee breaks with refreshments over the entire duration of the training course.

What are the available payment methods?

The training course fee can be settled by either:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit Card

How many hours per day, and what are the timings of your training courses?

Our training courses will run for 5 hours per day. The standard daily timing is from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm including the coffee/tea breaks and lunch.

Where do you usually hold your training courses?

Our training courses courses are being held at five-star hotels in prime and iconic destinations across the globe. Cities such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Houston, New York, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, etc.

Do you provide hotel booking assistance to your delegates?

Once officially registered, we can assist by providing the corporate rates provided by the hotel where the training course will be conducted. Early confirmation will enable us to secure the room at reduced rates

In case of failure to attend, what is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy varies depending on the circumstances presented. Generally, cancellations must be initiated in formal writing at least 14 days prior to the commencement date of the training course. Further, the option to shift an existing registration to another training course on a later date is possible. Otherwise, a full refund will be initiated.

What will I receive after the training course?

Delegates who will attend and successfully complete the training course will earn a COPEX Certificate of Completion. This certification is designed to validate the successful knowledge transfer, and that the desired learning objectives and outcomes to further advance your professional competency are achieved.

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