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Competency Training is an IECEx Certification Body within the IECEx Certification of Personnel Competency scheme (CoPC) and can now offer certification in most IECEx Ex Units of Competency. Our Identifier within the scheme is “ACT” and will appear on our Certificates. The list is available on the IECEx website.
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It is an internationally recognised scheme designed to assess a persons knowledge and skills for working in hazardous areas by way of written and practical assessment, with the outcome being an IECEx Certification of Personnel Competence for an individual.
The online certificate includes photo identification of the holder and the certificate can be viewed by anyone for verification on the IECEx website.
The aim of an IECEx Certificate of Personnel Competence is to provide employers and organisations with confidence that personnel working in or around explosive atmospheres, or that can affect the safety of hazardous areas, hold the required competence to carry out their role correctly and safely. It is like a passport of sorts for hazardous area workers who may operate across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
IECEx CoPC can be used in Australia to satisfy AS/NZS 60079.14 clause 4.5 Competence of personnel “Competency maybe demonstrated in accordance with the IECEx scheme”
IECEx CoPC is broken into Ex Units which cover various roles in industry for example; installation, maintenance, inspection, overhaul, design, classification, and auditing. Depending on the person’s job function:
Ex 000
Basic knowledge and awareness
Ex 001
Apply basic principles of protection in explosive atmospheres
Ex 002
Perform classification of hazardous areas
Ex 003
Install explosion-protected equipment and wiring systems
Ex 004
Maintain equipment in explosive atmospheres
Ex 005
Overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment
Ex 006
Test electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
Ex 007
Perform visual & close inspection of electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
Ex 008
Perform detailed inspection of electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
Ex 009
Design electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
Ex 010
Perform audit inspection of electrical installations in or associated with explosive atmospheres
Ex 011
Basic Knowledge of the safety of hydrogen systems (coming soon)
No. the CoPC does not include nor require prior training however, for most Units there is a requirement for applicants to have 3 years demonstrated work experience in hazardous areas.
However, where needed to assist preparation for certification, training can be provided prior to assessments by an IECEx RTP (recognised training provider). Competency Training has proudly held IECEx RTP status since 2015 and was the second organisation in the world to achieve this. (IECEx Recognised Training Providers)
Led by a facilitator (trainer)
Held by an invigilator & or examiner
Can be for persons new to industry
Most units require 3 years demonstrated work experience
Encourages in class group discussion
Does not allow discussion during assessments
No time limits imposed
Set time limits and 75% pass mark
Training & assessment can be by the same person
IECEx Certification assessments do not allow the trainer and assessor to be the same person
Demonstration of practicals can be led by the trainer
All practical assessment is performed by the candidate
Certificates do not normally expire
5 year expiry with provision to recertify
Outcome is a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognised Units of Competency in Australia
Outcome is IECEx Certificate of Personnel Competence for Ex Units of Competence globally accepted
No, you must sit the specific IECEx knowledge exams and undertake relevant practical assessments, however evidence of completion of any prior training is requested during your application.
Typically no, and candidates have to attend the Certifying Body’s facility or Assessment Centre. However, in extenuating circumstances, for knowledge assessment, it may be possible to provide remote invigilation.
For more information on IECEx Certification of Personnel Competence and available training courses, please email us at copc@competencytraining.com or fill in the ‘Expression of Interest’ form provided below.
Whether you are enquiring as a student or a business, get in touch to discuss our courses, dates or enrolment options.
Phone (within Australia):
Phone (outside Australia):
Email:
Western Australia & South Australia
jandakot@competencytraining.com
All other States & Territories, including New Zealand
brisbane@competencytraining.com
IECEx Enquiries
copc@competencytraining.com
