Electrical Installations in Hazardous Locations Self Guided Online Course Series

This self-paced online series covers the fundamentals of electrical installations in hazardous locations. Students who complete the series will be able to recognize areas that are likely to be classified and to select and apply wiring methods and electrical equipment in those areas. The series has been updated for the 2008 National Electrical Code®. The EIHL Certificate Program serves professionals who need CEUs, want an efficient refresher, or need fundamental levels of guidance regarding hazardous locations.

These modules are included in the series:

• Classification Basics
• Identifying Materials and Equipment
• Protection Method Concepts
• Class I Applications
• Sealing in Class I Areas
• Zone Classification
• Class II Wiring Methods
• Class III Areas

Upon completion you should be able to:

• Explain the difference between area classifications, the protection methods, wiring methods and equipment used in each area, and the hazards associated with each classification.
• Explain the difference between explosion-proof equipment and intrinsic energy methods and define key terms, including explosion-proof, nonincendive and intrinsically safe, and explain the methods of creating dust-ignition proof enclosures.
• Discuss the hazards and concerns of specific combustible fibers and flyings, the special hazards of metal dust.
• Explain why stringent housekeeping requirements are important in Class III areas
• Know the methods of identifying appropriate electrical equipment for a given classified area based on the flammable or combustible materials that are present.

Who Will Benefit:
Anyone concerned with electrical safety including: electrical engineers, safety managers, electricians, electrical contractors, plant managers, facility maintenance personnel, electrical inspectors, risk managers, and project managers.

Continuing Education Credit:
Complete all eight modules and qualify for .8 CEUs. Upon successful completion of a course series, participants will be prompted to download the CEU certificate directly from the course site. Please verify applicability with your professional board before registering.