The explosion protection document is a key part of occupational safety in potentially explosive atmospheres. It is not only a legal requirement but also a vital risk management tool that protects both employees and the company from potential accidents. In many companies, managing potentially explosive atmospheres is mandatory by law, yet the process often feels fragmented and unclear. Documentation is typically handled manually, data is scattered across different systems, and maintaining an overall view can be challenging.
Codeax is launching the development of a new digital ATEX tool designed to address these challenges by bringing everything together in one place – and guiding the user throughout the entire process.
What is an explosion protection document and why is it important?
The explosion protection document is based on ATEX legislation and is mandatory for all workplaces where potentially explosive atmospheres may occur. Its purpose is to ensure that explosion risks are identified, assessed, and managed through appropriate technical and organizational measures. The document includes, among other things, a list of hazardous substances, zone classifications, risk assessments, protective measures, responsible personnel, and equipment listings. A well-prepared explosion protection document is an essential part of safety management and risk control – not just a requirement for regulatory compliance.
Why is a new approach needed?
ATEX obligations, such as risk assessment and classification of potentially explosive atmospheres, apply to many industrial sectors. Legislation requires these hazards to be identified, assessed, and documented. They are typically created as static documents and can quickly become outdated as processes or equipment change. Production methods, equipment, and facility operations may change rapidly. Risks increase if the effects of such changes are not evaluated and updated in the ATEX risk assessment and reflected in the explosion protection document. This can lead to unsafe practices, inadequate instructions, and a weakened level of safety.
Digitalization offers a new opportunity
Traditional explosion protection documents are often static. The new solution from Codeax will be a dynamic, digital tool that adapts in real-time to the operating environment. It combines visual zone classifications, substance and equipment data, and risk control measures into one unified platform – where information is easily available and supports decision-making. The system is not just an archive, but an active tool that guides the user and ensures the process is followed thoroughly and correctly. AI-assisted content support helps particularly when internal expertise is limited, making the documentation process less dependent on individual knowledge.
What makes the solution unique?
• Real-time updates and update history to support compliance
• Visual and intuitive presentation to aid use and training
• Easy, secure information sharing between roles and departments
• AI-assisted guidance throughout the documentation process