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Specialised Electrical Compliance for Hazardous Areas
Specialised Electrical Compliance for Hazardous Areas

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Electrical Compliance & Hazardous Area Services – South Africa

Spectrical provides specialised electrical compliance services for hazardous and high-risk environments. Our work aligns with SANS 60079, SANS 10142 and related South African standards.

With offices in Cape Town and Johannesburg, we serve industrial and commercial clients across South Africa.

Hazardous Area Classification

Accurate classification is the foundation of compliance.

We conduct hazardous area classifications in accordance with:

• SANS 60079-10-1 (Gases & Vapours)
• SANS 60079-10-2 (Combustible Dusts)

Our service includes:

• Zone identification (0, 1, 2 / 20, 21, 22)
• Gas group and temperature class verification
• Documentation and classification drawings
• Review after plant or process modifications

Clear, practical reports that support EMR9 compliance and regulatory inspections.

Ex Equipment Inspections & Audits

Inspection and verification of explosion-protected electrical equipment in hazardous locations.

In accordance with SANS 60079-17, we provide:

• Visual inspections
• Close inspections
• Detailed inspections (de-energised/open)
• Compliance verification of EX markings and certification
• Identification of non-conformances
• Practical remediation recommendations

Our audits are evidence-based, structured and defensible.

Certificates Of Compliance (Coc)

We issue Certificates of Compliance for:
• Explosive atmospheres
• Hazardous area installations
• Industrial and commercial electrical installations

Services include:

• Pre-compliance assessments
• Remedial guidance
• Final certification
• Annual or biennial inspection reports

All work aligned with applicable SANS standards and South African regulations.

Electrical Installations & Control Panels

Industrial and commercial electrical installations including:
• Hazardous area EX installations
• Distribution boards and control panels
• Design through to installation
• Testing and commissioning

All installations delivered with full compliance documentation.

Arc Flash Risk Assessment & Training

Arc flash hazards exist in many industrial and commercial facilities.

We provide:

• Arc flash risk assessments
• Establishment of arc flash boundaries
• Labelling and warning signage
• PPE category determination
• Safety awareness training
• EWSETA-aligned training support
Training delivered nationwide across South Africa.

Ongoing Compliance Support

Compliance is not a once-off event.

We provide:

• Periodic inspections
• Ongoing risk monitoring
• Technical advisory support
• Long-term compliance planning

Serving clients in Cape Town, Johannesburg and throughout South Africa.