Korean Explosion-Proof Safety Certification

• Document Review Evaluation of technical documentation such as design drawings for each type or model of protective device or personal protective equipment to determine conformity with the safety certification standards.
• Technical Capability and Production System Audit Assessment of whether the manufacturer’s technical capabilities and production systems meet the standards necessary to consistently maintain the safety performance of explosion-proof products.
• Product Type Examination Evaluation of whether the safety performance of the explosion-proof product complies with the safety certification standards.
• Follow-up Inspection Annual verification that the manufacturer maintains the conditions approved at the time of certification, including documentation, technical capability, and production systems.
• Audit of Explosion-proof Equipment Manufactured Overseas (Imported Products) Documentation review of foreign-certified products upon import into Korea (e.g., international certificates, test reports, etc.).
• Support for Obtaining Safety Certification under Article 34 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act

International Certification for Explosion-Proof Service Facilities

This is the only international system that provides certification services for organizations that repair and maintain explosion-proof electrical equipment (certified products) installed in hazardous areas such as petrochemical complexes, ensuring continued compliance with international explosion-proof standards through the evaluation of technical capabilities and systems.

Support for obtaining international certification for explosion-proof service facilities in accordance with IECEx 03, OD014, OD015, and IEC 60079-19.

Explosion Hazardous Area Classification Consulting

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Regulations, workplaces that manufacture, handle, or use flammable liquids, gases, or solids must prepare classification drawings for explosion-hazardous areas. Within these areas, explosion-proof electrical equipment and devices with certified protection must be selected and installed.

KECC provides reasonable consulting services for classifying explosion-hazardous areas based on KS IEC standards, and also offers cost-effective consultation for the selection and installation of explosion-proof electrical machinery and equipment.

Explosion-Proof Safety Training

Based on approximately 20 years of professional experience in the KGS Explosion-Proof Testing and Certification Department and current work as a visiting lecturer in explosion-proof safety at the KGS Training Center, KECC provides highly specialized training using a wide range of practical field data.

Related Regulations and Standards:

• High-Pressure Gas Safety Control Act, Article 28(2)-1
• Ministry of Employment and Labor Notification No. 2013-54 “Mandatory Safety Certification for Protective Devices”
• IES 60079 series
• KS C IEC 60079-10-1 “Classification of Hazardous Areas”
• KS C IEC 60079-14 “Installation of Explosion-Proof Equipment”
• KS C IEC 60079-19 “Maintenance of Explosion-Proof Equipment”

Target Audience: Manufacturers, users, managers, and maintenance personnel of explosion-proof electrical equipment.

Training Objectives:

• To acquire explosion-proof technologies that control ignition sources, one of the three elements of gas explosion, and ensure gas facility safety against accidental gas leaks.
• To enhance understanding of explosion-proof equipment types, testing methods, and international standards to determine product compliance for industrial installations and prevent fire or explosion accidents.
• To gain the ability to select appropriate explosion-proof equipment based on hazardous area classification and to understand installation and maintenance standards.

Training Topics:

• Overview of explosion-proof equipment and certification system
• Design considerations for explosion-proof equipment
• Design and maintenance of explosion-proof equipment
• Classification of hazardous (explosive) areas
• Testing methods and common nonconformities