Definition(s)
Protection, special
An IEG protection technique other than those that have been standardized. This type of protection is referred to by IEG 60079-0 as “s.”
Source: API RP 14F, Design, Installation, and Maintenance of Electrical Systems for Fixed and Floating Offshore Petroleum Facilities for Unclassified and Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 Locations, Fifth Edition, July 2008. Global Standards
Protection, type of
The specific measures applied to electrical apparatus to avoid ignition of a surrounding explosive atmosphere. Examples are “e” and “n.”
Source: API RP 14F, Design, Installation, and Maintenance of Electrical Systems for Fixed and Floating Offshore Petroleum Facilities for Unclassified and Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 Locations, Fifth Edition, July 2008. Global Standards
Protection
Protection as mentioned in the second subsection, means, inter alia, that the equipment shall be located in such a manner that communication is not disrupted.
Source: Guidelines Regarding the Facilities Regulations, Norway, updated December 2012. Regulatory Guidance
Protection
Protection as mentioned in the second subsection, means e.g. that the equipment shall be located such that communication is not interrupted.
Source: Guidelines Regarding the Technical and Operational Regulations, Norway, updated December 2012. Regulatory Guidance