ATEX Regulation
The ATEX regulation aims at improving the health & safety of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres.
2 directives are enforced for "potentially explosive atmospheres":
(1) MANUFACTURERS of equipment or assemblies designed to operate in ATEX areas.
Directive 2014/34/EU
Relating to equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
(2) WORKERS potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres.
Directive 1999/92/EC
Relating to the safety and health protection of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres.
