UKEX

UKEX

UKEX is the name commonly given to the framework for controlling explosive atmospheres and the standards of equipment and protective systems used in them. It is based on the requirements of UKSI 2016:1107 (as amended) – Schedule 3A, Parts 1 and 2.

The UKEX regulations aims to ensure employee safety with a unified standard for machinery and equipment that can cause explosions.  The scope of the regulations is wide, targeting various sectors such as mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, food production and manufacturing where explosive atmospheres might exist due to the presence of gases, vapours, mists or dusts.  The main objective is to minimize the risk of ignition and ensure the safety of equipment and protective systems intended for such hazardous environments. Compliance with these regulations is mandatory, requiring manufacturers to test and certify their products before placing them on the market in the UK.

Declaration of Conformity

The UK Regulations condition of certification requires a United Kingdom declaration of conformity, issued by the product supplier for all products installed in explosive atmospheres.  The declaration of conformity details the conformity route used to manufacture the product, including the Production Quality Assurance system; the results of the initial Type Tests and the relevant Certificate of Conformity number.  It declares that the product supplied has been manufactured in accordance with the relevant Intertek’s certificate.