IECEx Budapest 2003 Meetings Mr. Chris Agius, Secretary IECEx ExTAG Training Workshop 7 October 2003 Mr. Chris Agius, Secretary IECEx 19/09/2018

What is IECEx? The IECEx Scheme is an International Conformity Assessment Scheme covering Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Atmospheres, as the Internationally accepted means of demonstrating conformity with IEC Standards prepared by IEC TC31

Areas where Ex equipment are used _ Automotive refueling stations or petrol stations _ Oil refineries, rigs and processing plants _ Chemical processing plants _ Printing industries, paper and textiles _ Hospital operating theatres _ Aircraft refueling and hangars _ Surface coating industries _ Underground coal mines _ Sewerage treatment plants _ Gas pipelines and distribution centres _ Grain handling and storage _ Woodworking areas _ Sugar refineries _ Metal surface grinding, especially aluminium dusts and particles 19/09/2018

Why Have IECEx Costs associated with: Multiple/Re-Testing/Assessments Delays in accessing markets Access to new products and technology by smaller markets.

Standard Testing Approval Certification Basic Terms ????????? 19/09/2018

STANDARD ISO/IEC Guide 2:- Document established by consensus and approved by a recognised body, that provides for common and repeated use, rules, guidelines or characteristics for activities or their results, aimed at the achievement of the optimum degree of order in a given context. Note – Standards should be based on the consolidated results of science, technology and experience and aimed at the promotion of optimum community benefits 19/09/2018

ISO/IEC Guide 2:- Testing Test: Technical operation that consists of the determination of one or more characteristics of a given product, process or service according to a specified procedure Physical Measurements Calibration Testing Endurance/Performance Testing Test Report ONLY refers to item tested No assurance of on-going compliance. 19/09/2018

ISO/IEC Guide 2:- Approval: Permission for a product, process or service to be marketed or used for stated purposes or under stated conditions Approved by a Statutory Body to a Regulation Government Regulator or Authority grants permission May or may not require compliance with Standards Approval Documents refer to the relevant regulation and generally not Standards. 19/09/2018

ISO/IEC Guide 2:- Certification Certification: Procedure by which a third party gives written assurance that a product, process or service conforms to specified requirements. For IECEx “Specified Requirements = IEC Standards. 19/09/2018

Meaning of an IECEx Certificate of Conformity (IECEx CoC) Question: What does an ExCB Certify when issuing an IECEx CoC? Answer: The manufacturer’s capability to consistantly produce the product/equipment, listed on the certificate to be in compliance with the standards also listed on the Certificate. IECEx 02: 2003 Clause 5.1 Extract:- “The certificate will attest that the equipment’s design conforms to the relevant IEC standards and that the manufacturer is manufacturing the product under a quality system and associated quality plan(s), meeting the requirements of this Scheme and under the surveillance of an ExCB”. 19/09/2018

New IECEx 02 – Rules of Procedure Major Changes include:- Ability for ALL ExCBs to issue an IECEx Certificate of Conformity (CoC) Revised Procedures to align with requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 + Guide 65 Revised terminology e.g introduction of ExTR, ExCB Clarification on requirements for Ex manufacturer’s quality system Provision to include TC 31 standards other than protection concept standards, such as Repair and Overhaul and product standards. 19/09/2018

Core Elements of IECEx Certification Initial Assessment of Manufacturer’s Quality System (factory audit) Testing of Samples (Type Test) On-going Surveillance (factory audits) 19/09/2018

= = = Core Elements of IECEx Certification Testing of Sample(s) Conduct Testing to IEC Standard(s) Compile & issue an ExTR (ATR) Provisions for use of previous testing = Initial Factory Audit = Document Review and on-site factory audit of manufacturer, by ExCB Provision for previously conducted audits Surveillance Factory audit = Review Documentation or other Changes ????? ExCB, IECEx CoC issuer, responsible for On-site factory audit Provision for coordination 19/09/2018

Flexibility of IECEx Manufacturer’s Can apply for: IECEx Certificate of Conformity, which is displayed on the IECEx internet Website IECEx Test Reports (previously known as ATRs) for the purpose of Mutual Recognition to access local National certification; Provides a Fast Track Process to National Certification 19/09/2018

Overview of IECEx Scheme Work Performed/Coordinated by ExCB APPLICANT Quality Assessment of Manufacturer by ExCB QAR Prepared 3 Documents Issued IECEx CoC Issued by ExCB IECEx Cert. Body ExCB ExTR Issued QAR Issued Testing and assessment of Product by ExTL working with ExCB ExTR Prepared Alternate path where National Certificates are still required ExTR may be Submitted to another ExCB Or National Certifying Body for Issuing of National Certificate, where Required. QAR may be Submitted to an ExCB Or National Certifying Body for Issuing of National Certificate Copy of Certificate Ex Product Supplied to customer where IECEx is accepted alone. No further testing or Certification 19/09/2018

IECEx Operational Documents ·       OD 001 – IECEx Membership, ExCBs, ExTLs and Applicant bodies ·       OD 003 – ExMC/100/CD – IECEx Assessment Procedures for the assess. + surveillance of ExCBs and ExTLs ·       OD 005 – IECEx Quality System Requirements for Manufacturers ·       OD 006 – IECEx Site Assessment Report for ass. of ExCBs, ExTLs ·       OD 007 – IECEx ExCB Assessment Checklist for ISO/IEC Guide 65 ·       OD 008 - Exchange of information between ExNB and IECEx ·       OD 009 - IECEx Operations Manual ·       OD 010 - Guidance for the Preparation of IECEx Test Reports (ExTRs) by IECEx Certification Bodies (ExTRs) and the Processing of ExTRs by Receiving ExCBs ·       OD 011 Part 1 - Guidance on Use of the IECEx Internet based “On-Line” Certificate of Conformity System Part 1: General Information ·       OD 011 Part 2 - Guidance on Use of the IECEx Internet based “On-Line” Certificate of Conformity System Part 2: Creating IECEx Certificates of Conformity CoCs 19/09/2018

NEW IECEx Operations Manual OD 009 OD009 Version1_IECEx_OpsManual_Issued.doc 19/09/2018

IECEx Operations Manual - Summary IECEx Policy – Ensure Confidence in IECEx Certification Services while eliminating wasteful duplication of testing and assessment While IECEx makes provision for use of previous testing and auditing, the necessary IECEx Test Report form and Quality Assessment Report must be completed IECEx Certificate of Conformity ONLY remains current while successful assessment of manufacturer is conducted. The ExCB that issues the IECEx Certificate of Conformity is responsible to ensure that surveillance audits of the manufacturer are carried out. 19/09/2018

IECEx “On-Line” Certificate of Conformity System ELECTRONIC CERTIFICATES - Why ????? One single centralised system Saves time and resources for both ExCB and industry by only maintaining 1 system Quick and ready reference for Government Regulators, Users, Manufacturers and stakeholders “Real Time” operation, means up to date information from any Computer with internet access On-Line System provides Ability to sort issued certificates Key Word search Print certificates Export listing of certificates in Excel format 19/09/2018

IECEx “On-Line” Certificate of Conformity System DEMONSTRATION:- Facilities for Regulators, Equipment Users and stakeholders Public viewing of issued Certificates Create an IECEx Certificate of Conformity “Live” OD 011 Part 1 and OD 011 Part 2 http://www.iecex.com/ 19/09/2018

Closing Message from the Secretariat DO NOT Hesitate to contact US for any assistance Today we have issued 2 IECEx CoCs Go forth and multiply……………… 19/09/2018