AS 2380.4-1994 (R2013)

Electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres - Explosion-protection techniques - Pressurized rooms or pressurized enclosures (FOREIGN STANDARD)

Specifies requirements for the design, construction and testing of rooms and enclosures of electrical equipment in which the entry of flammable gas or vapour is prevented by maintaining the air (or other non-flammable gas) within the room or enclosure at a specified pressure above that of the external atmosphere. Requirements for the use of pressurized rooms and enclosures in Class II, combustible dust areas are also included.  RECONFIRMATION NOTICE Technical Committee EL-014 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change. Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice. Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 8 April 2013. The following are represented on Technical Committee EL-014:  Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Australian Industry Group Australian Institute of Petroleum Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association Australian Pipeline Industry Association Aviation and Marine Engineers Association Bureau of Steel Manufacturers of Australia Department of Natural Resources and Mines, QLD Department of Trade and Investment, Regional Infrastructure and Services, NSW Electrical Compliance Testing Association Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand Engineers Australia Institute of Electrical Inspectors Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (New Zealand) New Zealand Employers and Manufacturers Association (Central) WorkCover New South Wales   To view or download a copy of the reconfirmation notice please go to the reconfirmation link near the top of this page.