Application of IEC 60079-10-1 Edition 2.0 for Hazardous Area Classification

This document provides guidance on the application of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60079-10-1 Edition 2.0: Explosive Atmospheres-Part 10-1: Classification of Areas-Explosive Gas Atmospheres. The IEC 60079-10-1 Ed. 2.0 document incorporates significant revisions from previous editions in both technical content and design approach to classifying hazardous locations where flammable gas or vapors may be present. The design concepts incorporated into the document are introduced with application guidance provided in the context of real-world examples.