Advancing Explosion Protection Competency Through International Standards, Professional Training and Local Expertise
Source: Linkedin ISEP
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, September 2, 2026 — ISEP Training & Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. (ISEP T&C), a Malaysia-based specialist in hazardous area safety and IECEx compliance, has entered into a cooperation agreement with TÜV SÜD to expand access to IECEx 05 training and personnel competency assessment services in Malaysia.
The collaboration brings together ISEP T&C’s local training resources and industry expertise with TÜV SÜD’s international experience in explosion protection, international standards and personnel competency assessment. Through this partnership, both organizations aim to provide professionals and organizations in Malaysia and neighboring markets with greater access to structured IECEx 05 training and competency development.
The signing ceremony was held on September 2, 2026, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia.
Strengthening Explosion Protection Competency in Malaysia
Industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, chemicals, energy and manufacturing operate in environments where explosive atmospheres may be present. In such environments, competent personnel are essential to ensuring safe operations, maintaining equipment reliability and managing operational risks.
Recognizing the importance of practical knowledge and internationally recognized competency, ISEP T&C continues to support organizations and professionals in developing the technical capabilities required to work safely and effectively in hazardous areas.
Robert Lee, Managing Director of ISEP Training & Consultancy Sdn. Bhd., brings extensive industry experience in explosion protection, hazardous area engineering and industrial safety. He is an IECEx-certified trainer with competencies covering multiple IECEx CoPC units, including Ex 001, Ex 002, Ex 004, Ex 006, Ex 007, Ex 008 and Ex 009. His experience in hazardous area compliance, inspection, installation, maintenance and safety enables him to bring practical industry knowledge into ISEP T&C’s training programmes, helping participants understand how IECEx requirements and IEC 60079 standards are applied in real-world industrial environments. Under Robert’s leadership, ISEP T&C continues to strengthen its focus on technical competency, safety and international explosion protection standards. As the lead trainer, Robert delivers structured IECEx CoPC training designed to equip participants with the technical knowledge and practical understanding required for their selected competency units, before proceeding to the relevant IECEx competency assessment through TÜV SÜD.
Combining Local Expertise with International Recognition
Through the cooperation with TÜV SÜD, ISEP T&C aims to further strengthen the availability of explosion protection training and competency assessment services within Malaysia and the wider region.
The partnership reflects ISEP T&C’s commitment to supporting the development of competent professionals while helping industries strengthen their approach to hazardous area safety and IECEx compliance. By combining ISEP T&C’s local resources and training capabilities with TÜV SÜD’s international expertise and competency assessment experience, the collaboration provides a platform for professionals to develop their knowledge and practical competence in accordance with internationally recognized requirements.
“At ISEP Training & Consultancy, we believe that developing competent personnel is a fundamental part of creating safer and more reliable hazardous area operations. Our cooperation with TÜV SÜD allows us to combine our local training capabilities and industry experience with internationally recognized expertise in explosion protection and competency assessment. Together, we look forward to supporting professionals and organizations in Malaysia and the region in strengthening their technical competence and commitment to safety.”
— Robert Lee, Managing Director of ISEP Training & Consultancy
Upcoming IECEx 05 CoPC Training Programmes
As part of this collaboration, ISEP Training & Consultancy will offer IECEx Certificate of Personnel Competence (CoPC) training programmes covering key competency units including Ex 001, Ex 002, Ex 003, Ex 004, Ex 006, Ex 007, Ex 008, Ex 009 and Ex 011, subject to the applicable programme scope and requirements.
Additional IECEx CoPC programmes covering Ex 002, Ex 006, Ex 009, Ex 011 and other approved units will be announced as the training calendar develops. Interested professionals and organizations are encouraged to contact ISEP T&C directly for the latest course availability, detailed programme information, fees and registration. The latest course updates will be available through the ISEP T&C website: www.iseptnc.com
About ISEP Training & Consultancy Sdn. Bhd.
Established in 2025, ISEP Training & Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. (ISEP T&C) provides specialised professional training and consultancy services in hazardous area safety, explosion protection and IECEx compliance. Serving industries including Oil & Gas, petrochemicals and manufacturing, ISEP T&C equips professionals and organisations with the knowledge, competencies and technical expertise required to meet international standards.
The company offers IECEx Certified Personnel Competency (CoPC) training programmes and expert consultancy covering hazardous area classification, Ex equipment inspection, installation and IECEx compliance. ISEP T&C also supports organisations pursuing IECEx QAR and QAN certification through quality management system development, auditing and ongoing technical support.
With a focus on competency, compliance and practical technical excellence, ISEP T&C is committed to strengthening hazardous-area safety and supporting organisations in achieving internationally recognised standards.
About TÜV SÜD
Founded in 1866 as a steam boiler inspection association, the TÜV SÜD Group has evolved into a global enterprise. With more than 30,000 employees work at over 1,000 locations in about 50 countries to continually improve technology, systems and expertise. They contribute significantly to making technical innovations such as Industry 4.0, autonomous driving and renewable energy safe and reliable.
TÜV SÜD Malaysia and Explosion Protection
TÜV SÜD Malaysia is part of the TÜV SÜD global network and provides testing, inspection, certification, and training services to support organizations in meeting international standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
In explosion protection, TÜV SÜD supports manufacturers, plant operators and industrial organizations working in potentially explosive atmospheres. Its capabilities include hazardous area classification and zoning, explosion protection concepts, ignition source analysis, equipment assessment and certification, and support for international explosion protection requirements including ATEX and IECEx. (tuvsud.com)
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