BG80 USE AND MAINTENANCE BOOKLET
Rev.1 of 23/04/2013 of BG80 uk agg2013 Page 31 of 40
2) Spark-proof manual tools (or "cold sparks") or non-metal tools (wood, leather and plastic);
3) A pocket explosimeter to check for the presence of dangerous levels of gas.
The personal equipment that can be used in areas classified as being at risk of explosion must
be CE certified and must bear permanent CE and Ex marks; all equipment must bear a symbol
All personal equipment such as, for example: welding units, hoses, oxyacetylene torch with
a naked flame, etc., can only be used in areas not classified as being at risk of explosion.
The use of these tools does not exempt the user from adopting normal practices for making the equipment safe
before proceeding with the operation.
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COLLECTIVE EQUIPMENT
The tools for collective use such as: drilling machines, screwdrivers, etc., must only be used if the
CE certificate states that they can be used without risk in explosive atmospheres; all equipment for
collective use must bear a symbol
All equipment for collective use such as, for example: welding units, hoses, oxyacetylene
torch with a naked flame, etc. must only be used in areas not classified as being at risk of
explosion.
The use of these tools does not exempt the user from adopting normal practices for making the equipment safe
before proceeding with the operation.
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STAFF TRAINING
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STAFF QUALIFICATIONS
Checks and maintenance operations on the mixer must be carried out by experienced staff, whose training
programme has included instruction on various types of protection, on installation practices, on the relevant
legislative standards and provisions and on the general principles regarding classification of danger areas.
Staff must undergo continuous education and training, by way of regular refresher courses.
Proof of experience and training must be provided.
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OPERATORS (checks and maintenance)
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KNOWLEDGE AND CAPABILITIES
In order to fulfil their role, the operators must meet the following requirements:
a) Have knowledge of the general principles of protection against explosions;
b) Have knowledge of the general principles of protection methods and markings;
c) Have knowledge of the aspects of design of the equipment that could compromise their protection;
