Course Overview
HiQual UK delivers the CompEx Electrical Resit (Practical) Course, designed for candidates who have previously attempted CompEx practical assessments and require a resit to demonstrate competence. The program emphasizes preparation, installation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical equipment in explosive atmospheres, covering Ex protection concepts such as Ex ‘d’, Ex ‘e’, Ex ‘n’, Ex ‘p’, Ex ‘i’, Ex ‘m’, Ex ‘o’, Ex ‘q’, Ex ‘s’, Ex ‘t’, and Ex ‘g’. Participants will gain the competence to safely install and maintain equipment in hazardous areas, ensuring compliance with IEC 60079 standards and industry best practices.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | CompEx Electrical Resit (Practical) |
|---|---|
| Total Credits | 80 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 240 |
| Qualification Time | 800 |
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Preparation & Installation of Ex ('d', 'e', 'n' & Ex 'p') Systems Flameproof, increased safety, non‑sparking, and pressurized protection methods.
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Inspection & Maintenance of Ex ('d', 'e', 'n' & Ex 'p') Systems Routine inspections, defect identification, and corrective actions.
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Preparation and Installation of Ex 'i' Systems Intrinsic safety principles, wiring practices, and installation requirements.
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Inspection and Maintenance of Ex 'i' Systems Testing, verification, and maintenance of intrinsically safe circuits.
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Preparation & Installation of Ex ('m', 'o', 'q' & 's') Systems Encapsulation, oil immersion, powder filling, and special protection techniques.
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Inspection & Maintenance of Ex ('m', 'o', 'q' & 's') Systems Maintenance procedures, defect reporting, and compliance checks.
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Preparation and Installation of Ex 't' Systems Protection by enclosure, dust‑tight systems, and installation practices.
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Inspection and Maintenance of Ex 't' Systems Inspection of dust protection enclosures and maintenance of seals.
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Preparation and Installation of Ex 'g' Systems Gas protection systems, installation requirements, and compliance standards.
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Inspection and Maintenance of Ex 'g' Systems Routine checks, defect identification, and corrective actions for gas protection systems.
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Builds competence in installation and inspection of Ex systems in hazardous areas
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Enhances compliance with IEC 60079, ISO/IEC standards, and CompEx requirements
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Strengthens skills in fault identification, corrective actions, and safe practices
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in electrical safety, QA/QC, and compliance consultancy
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Electricians and technicians working in hazardous areas
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QA/QC inspectors and compliance officers in oil & gas, petrochemical, and energy sectors
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Candidates requiring a CompEx resit for practical modules
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Individuals progressing from CompEx Electrical Level I (CEEL‑111) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Practical resit examination
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Format: Hands‑on installation, inspection, and maintenance tasks across Ex systems
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Modules Tested: Ex ‘d’, Ex ‘e’, Ex ‘n’, Ex ‘p’, Ex ‘i’, Ex ‘m’, Ex ‘o’, Ex ‘q’, Ex ‘s’, Ex ‘t’, Ex ‘g’
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 2–3 days (16–20 hours total)
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Certification: CompEx Electrical Resit (Practical) – CERP
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