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Feature

Definition
Atmospheric Condition
Likelihood
Examples
Type of Hazard
Risk Level
Equipment Requirements
Installation Complexity
Ventilation
Industries
Zone 0
Explosive atmosphere present continuously
Continuous explosive gases/vapors
Constant presence (>1000 hrs/year)
Tanks, pipelines
Long-term explosive gas presence
Highest
Continuous operation in hazardous areas (Ex ia)
High due to constant explosive gases
Continuous
Chemical, oil & gas, refining
Zone 1
Explosive atmosphere likely during normal ops
Explosive gases/vapors during normal ops
Likely (10-1000 hrs/year)
Areas near Zone 0, vent zones
Explosive gas likely during normal ops
High
Handle occasional explosive atmospheres (Ex ib)
Moderate complexity
As needed for occasional gas presence
Chemical plants, refineries
Zone 2
Explosive atmosphere unlikely, brief if present
Explosive gases/vapors rare
Rare (<10 hrs/year)
Storage for flammable liquids
Explosive gas unlikely, only abnormal situations
Low
General equipment if certified (Ex n, Ex ec)
Low complexity
Rarely required
Warehouses, paint shops

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