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SOUTH AFRICAN FLAMEPROOF ASSOCIATION

IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY

About Us

The South African Flameproof Association is a non profit body, and is an association of companies involved in explosion prevention/protection techniques for equipment used in hazardous atmospheres in industry and mining.

It comprises almost 200 member companies which include both end users and manufacturers, as well as relevant government bodies and equipment testing houses. The association has branches in Gauteng (Johannesburg), KwaZulu-Natal (Durban), and the Cape (Cape Town).

SAFA Symposium 2023 - In the interest of safety
SAFA Certificate of ECSA Recognition as a Voluntary Association

SAFA Certificate of ECSA

Recognition as a Voluntary Association

GOLD SPONSORS

manufacture alarms and beacons that will best suit their specific application, needs, environment, and budget
Lighting for hazardous, mining and industrial lighting solutions

SILVER SPONSOR

Testing and certification of electrical, electronic and mechanical (diesel-driven) equipment for use in explosive atmospheres (also referred to as explosion protected equipment, Ex equipment, Ex apparatus)

If your company or organization is involved in explosion prevention technology, or if your operations involve any work in hazardous or potentially hazardous areas, then you should consider becoming a member of SAFA.

Membership

SAFA has been recognized as a Voluntary Association (Category C) in terms of Section 25(1)(3)  of the Engineering Professions Act (46 of 2000). In terms of this registration, ECSA registered professionals may earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points when participating in registered SAFA activities.  

CPD

Click the "Learn More" button below to find out more about becoming a SAFA sponsor, alternatively, click the "Current SAFA Sponsors" button to view all the SAFA sponsors.

Sponsorship

SAFA MIE Application

Apply for Certificate of Personal Competency (COPC) to register as a Master Installation Electrician.  SAFA Individual MIE Membership Fee: R1800 p/a

certification system which verifies compliance with IEC international standards relating to safety in hazardous areas. It covers equipment, service facilities and the competency of personnel

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