7. Frequently asked questions

As an employer, what do I need to do to comply with the regulations?

The employer must :

• assess the specific risks created by ATEX, taking into account the probability of ATEX formation, the probability of ATEX ignition, including by electrostatic discharge, the substances used, the processes and their possible interactions, and the extent of the foreseeable consequences of an explosion;

• classify hazardous locations where ATEX can form into zones; these zones are defined according to the frequency and duration of the presence of ATEX ;

• to install electrical and non-electrical equipment in these areas that complies with the