CompEx stands for Competence in Explosive Atmospheres. The CompEx Scheme is the recognised global scheme for the protection of oil, gas and chemical workers in both offshore and onshore activities. The scheme assesses the competency of employees and contract staff who are working in environments with the potential risk of explosive atmospheres. Developed by the Engineering Equipment and Materials Users’ Association (EEMUA) and JTL Limited, the CompEx Certification Body is accredited by UKAS to ISO/IEC 17024 : 2012.
The CompEx Scheme is the only Certification Body that offers UKAS accredited certification for personnel who work in explosive atmospheres.
This certification validates the core competency of practitioners working in explosive atmospheres. It also offers complete reassurance to employers managing the safety of these potentially hazardous workplaces & can provide the added benefit by assisting employers reduce their insurance costs.