Explosive Atmospheres QMS
Application of quality management systems for the manufacture of Ex Products used in explosive atmospheres, covering manufacturers and repair/overhaul organisations.
ISO/IEC 80079-34 specifies requirements for quality management systems for manufacturers and repair/overhaul organisations producing products intended for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex products). It combines ISO 9001 principles with specific technical requirements for Ex product manufacture.
The standard ensures consistent manufacture of safe electrical and non-electrical equipment for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, mining, and grain handling. Type examination and quality certification are prerequisites for placing Ex equipment on the market.
ACI-certified auditors evaluate QMS effectiveness in Ex product manufacturing environments, with particular focus on consistency of manufacturing and the robustness of quality controls for safety-critical products.
Attend an ACI-Approved Training Provider (ATP) course for your chosen grade level. ACI-approved courses are aligned to the examination syllabus for ISO/IEC 80079-34.
Examinations are administered exclusively through ACI Approved Training Providers. Foundation and Internal Auditor examinations require 70% to pass; Lead Auditor requires 65%.
Submit your application through the ACI portal with your examination result, training certificate, and relevant audit experience log. Upon approval you receive your ACI Card ID and digital certificate.
Available Grades for ISO/IEC 80079-34
All six ACI auditor grades are available for this scheme. Each grade has defined competence, experience, and examination requirements.
Entry-level certification for those beginning their auditing career. Suitable for individuals who have completed foundation training but have limited audit experience.
For auditors who have completed Internal Auditor training and have begun accumulating audit experience under supervision or in an internal audit role.
Full auditor grade for practitioners with demonstrated audit experience. Recognised as a competent independent auditor of management systems.
Senior grade for experienced auditors capable of leading audit teams and managing full audit programmes. The most widely recognised auditor grade internationally.
Advanced grade for highly experienced auditors demonstrating sustained performance in complex audit environments and contributions to the auditing profession.
The highest ACI designation, awarded to individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the management system auditing profession and to the ACI community.
Find an Approved Training Provider, sit the examination, and submit your application to ACI.