Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas (EEHA)
Electrical equipment in hazardous areas - ongoing compliance, not a one off tick
If your operation involves flammable gases, vapours, or combustible dusts, you're working in a hazardous area, and every piece of electrical equipment must meet EEHA (Electrical Equipment for Hazardous Areas) requirements.
EEHA compliance isn't a set-and-forget exercise. It requires correct hazardous area classification, certified equipment, regular inspections, competent personnel, and accurate documentation. Without these in place, sites are exposed to serious safety risks, insurance issues, and potential shutdowns.
EAS supports clients to stay safe and compliant through practical, no-nonsense EEHA services. Our fully certified EEHA technicians and inspectors know what to look for, what's acceptable under AS/NZS standards, and what needs to be fixed before it becomes a problem.
Need electrical equipment serviced or maintained in a hazardous area? Planning to install or modify equipment within a classified zone? Want confidence the work is being carried out by a qualified, capable EEHA team?
Common EEHA issues we see
- Missing or incomplete certification
- Outdated or inaccurate verification dossiers
- Incorrectly rated equipment installed in zones
- Inspections not carried out or not documented
- Unauthorised modifications to equipment
Why EEHA compliance matters
- Reduced safety risk for people and plant
- Lower likelihood of incidents and unplanned downtime
- Insurance and regulatory confidence
- Protection of critical assets
- Avoidance of costly shutdowns and remediation
How EAS can help with keeping you EEHA compliant
- Installation of new equipment in Hazardous Areas
- EEHA inspections (initial, period and sample)
- Hazardous area classification reviews and updates
- Verification dossier creation and clean-ups
- Equipment certification reviews
- EEHA maintenance planning and remediations support
If you want a clear, honest assessment of where your site stands – we’ll help you identify gaps and put a practical plan in place to address them.
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