ExMC Meeting Decision Register

2024

The meeting noted that the future meeting schedule of: 

•         2025: Japan
•         2026: China

appreciated the presentation by Japan regarding details of the 2025 IECEx Meetings and accepted the invitation from USA for the 2027 meetings.

2024

The meeting discussed the AU NC proposal regarding the publication of email contact details as circulated as ExMC/2001/CD and agreed to refer this to ExMC WG1 for consideration.

2023

The meeting appreciated the video address by Mr Metzger, IEC Secretary General and CEO.

2023

The meeting approved the draft agenda as circulated as ExMC/1941B/DA with the following additions:

• Proposal from CN as circulated as ExMC/1999/CD regarding Document Management
• Proposal from CN as circulated as ExMC/2000/CD regarding the 2026 Meetings

2023

The meeting approved all items listed in the Consent Agenda circulated as Annex A to ExMC/1941B/DA

2023

The meeting appreciated and endorsed a report (ExMC/1947/R) from the Secretariat that highlighted various items on the list of actions arising from the 2022 Meeting as circulated as ExMC/1903A/RM, Confirmed Minutes of the 2022 ExMC Meeting.

2023

The meeting accepted the Secretariat’s report that emphasised a number of aspects detailed in ExMC/1965/R as an overview of IECEx System activities.  Actions arising from discussions will be recorded in the Meeting Report.

2023

The meeting accepted the IECEx Chair’s report (as circulated as ExMC/1990/R) following his auditing of IECEx Secretariat records and activities.

2023

The meeting noted at the time of closing of the call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1944/Inf, all nominations received were for the re-appointment of Prof Xu Jianping for a second term as IECEx Treasurer. The meeting then unanimously agreed on submitting Prof Xu Jianping for IEC CAB approval as IECEx Treasurer to commence a second term of three years on 1^st January 2024.

2023

The meeting noted at the time of closing of the call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1945/INF, a nomination from the USNC (as circulated as ExMC/1978/INF) of Ms Katy Holdredge for IECEx Vice Chair was received. The meeting then unanimously agreed on submitting Ms Holdredge for IEC CAB approval as IECEx Vice Chair to commence a first term of three years on 1^st January 2024.

2023

The meeting agreed to record a note of thanks for the work of Mr Cole during two terms as IECEx Vice Chair and the appreciation of the support from his employer, Hubbell.

2023

The meeting accepted the report presentation from the IECEx Chairman on the activities of the IECEx Executive in particular the review of Roles and Responsibilities assigned to the Executive as detailed in IECEx OD 002.

2023

The meeting noted the publication of Edition 2.1 of OD 060 and after consideration of the USNC comments as circulated as ExMC/1980/CD, agreed to

1. not support the new Decision proposed by the USNC to replace Decision 2022/09
2. support the assignment of Actions for the ExAG, the ExSFC and ExMC WG5 proposed in ExMC/1980/CD with results of this work to be provided to the ExMC as draft revisions of the relevant Operational Documents.    Depending on this work further considerations on the application of IECEx OD 060 may be required (noting that it is not intended in Decision 2022/09 that the Lead Assessor will decide on whether the assessment can be conducted as a remote assessment)

2023

The meeting noted the publication of Edition 1.0 of OD 099 and after consideration of the USNC comments as circulated as ExMC/1981/CD and CN comments available as ExMC/1999/CD, agreed to task the IECEx Secretariat to prepare a draft revision of IECEx OD 099 to address the comments.  The meeting also supported the CN suggestion that all assigned publication ‘owners’ as defined in OD 099 need to review documents assigned to them.

2023

The meeting accepted a report from the ExAG Convenor, Dr Munro as circulated as ExMC/1988/R, supported the ExAG Recommendation 1 and also Recommendation 2 (via the following Decision) and noted the update on progress in revising IECEx OD 003-2 and OD 032.

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx 06 (to be published as Edition 2.0 instead of Edition 1.1 as proposed) as circulated as ExMC/1956/DV subject to further editorial changes to be provided to the Secretariat.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting noted the report from Dr Frank Lienesch, ExTAG Chairman on the September 2023 ExTAG Meeting.   The meeting then endorsed the work of the ExTAG and agreed to the

1. ExTAG’s Recommendation that the ExMC WG1 be tasked by the ExMC to revise IECEx 02 based on the outcomes of the work of ExTAG WG01.
2. ExTAG’s Recommendation that the ExMC WG15 be tasked by the ExMC to revise IECEx OD 280
3. appointment of Mr Neleman to IEC TC31’s AG58

  [Secretariat Note: Report from the ExTAG Chair presented to ExMC, is issued as ExTAG (2023 Remote/ExTAG Chair Report) 01 on the IECEx 2023 Meeting website under Green Papers]

2023

The meeting accepted the report from the Convener, Ms Katy Holdredge (as circulated as ExMC/1974/R) on the current and planned work of ExMC WG2.  The meeting also  accepted and approved ExMC WG2’s Recommendation #3 regarding permission for ExMC WG2 to update and publish TCDs for new Editions of existing Standards and IECEx OD 290 without prior ExMC approval .   The meeting also noted the updated edition of the IECEx TCD and ExMC WG2 Convenor responses to comments (refer ExMC/1987A/RV) received during voting on ExMC/1966/DV.

2023

The meeting accepted the report from the Secretariat on behalf of the Convener, Mr Geoff Barnier (as circulated as ExMC/1934/R) on the status of work of ExMC WG5.  

2023

In response to ExMC WG5’s Recommendation #1, the meeting noted the comments from DE and USA on the proposed revision of IECEx OD 025 (as circulated as ExMC/1935/DV) and then approved the revision subject to removal of Figure 2,  replacement of ‘supplier’ with ‘external provider’,  and inclusion of US NC comments and AU NC editorial corrections.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

In response to ExMC WG5’s Recommendation #2, the meeting did not support the ExMC WG5 request to be permitted to prepare and publish future revisions of F-001 without need of a formal ballot prior to publication. 

2023

The meeting approved the proposed revision of IECEx F-001 as circulated as ExMC/1960/DV subject to inclusion of the changes proposed by the US NC as

ExMC/1982/CD

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting considered the US comments as circulated as ExMC/1968/CD and agreed to task the Secretariat to include information on Standards » IECEx how to set up notifications for new Interpretation Sheets (ISH) on the IEC News and Resources / Subscribe page in further development of the IECEx Bulletin.

2023

          The meeting accepted the report from the Secretariat on the status of development of an Online IECEx Bulletin and supported

• the implementation of the IECEx Online Bulletin as proposed in ExMC/1967/R,
• the supporting actions listed in ExMC/1967/R, and
• inclusion of the information as per the above decision.

2023

The meeting considered the US comments as circulated as ExMC/1968/CD and in addition to the above decision, agreed to task ExMC WG13 to investigate the possibility of a notification system for new or updated ExTAG Decision Sheets and ExTR blanks via a subscription service.

2023

The meeting noted and accepted the list of currently accepted IECEx Conformity Mark Licence issuing ExCBs @ https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/conformity-mark/

2023

The meeting accepted the ExMarkCo report presentation from the ExMarkCo Chair, Mr Duffy.

2023

The meeting accepted a report from Mr Peter Thurnherr, ExSFC Chairman on the 2023 ExSFC meeting as circulated as ExMC/1958/RM.

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx 03-2 as circulated as ExMC/1948/DV subject to replacement of ‘he’ with ‘they’.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx 03-3 as circulated as ExMC/1949/DV subject to replacement of ‘he’ with ‘they’.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx 03-4 as circulated as ExMC/1950/DV subject to replacement of ‘he’ with ‘they’.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx 03-5 as circulated as ExMC/1951/DV subject to replacement of ‘he’ with ‘they’.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 313-5 as circulated as ExMC/1952/DV

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 314-5 as circulated as ExMC/1953/DV

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 315-5 as circulated as ExMC/1954/DV

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 316-5 as circulated as ExMC/1955/DV

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, SA, SE, SI, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:      Nil

Absent: NZ, RU, SG, TR

Abstaining: Nil

2023

The meeting accepted a report from Mr John Allen, ExPCC Chairman on the 2023 ExPCC meeting as circulated as ExMC/1957/RM.  The meeting endorsed the implementation plan and supporting Actions outlined in Section 10.3.2 of ExMC/1957/RM.

2023

The Meeting noted a report from the IECEx Secretariat regarding IEC/ILAC/IAF Cooperation and explaining the document circulated as ExMC/1606/Inf.

2023

The meeting accepted a report on an update of the OIML-CS and supported the reactivation of the Joint Working Group (JWG) between IECEx and OIML

2023

The meeting supported the US proposal as circulated as ExMC/1969/CD and noted that the Secretariat is working with Committee Chairs and WG Convenors in planning IECEx Operational Meetings in Singapore in the week commencing 4^th March 2024.  The meeting also agreed that the use of remote meeting tools at any time may be appropriate.

2023

The Meeting accepted a report by the IEC TC31 Chairman, Dr Martin Thedens on IEC TC 31 activities and work since the 2022 ExMC meeting.

2023

The Meeting accepted a report by the IEC TC31 / IECEx JWG 50 Convenor. Mr Tim Krause.

2023

The Meeting accepted a report from the ISO TC 197/SC1 Chair, Andrei Tchouvelev, on both the activities of ISO TC 197 and the collaboration with IECEx noting the formation of a formal liaison between IECEx and ISO/TC 197/SC1 early in 2023 and appointment of Dr Thorsten Arnhold as the IECEx Liaison Officer to ISO TC 197/SC1.

2023

The Meeting accepted a report from Dr Arnhold on the activities of ExMC Working Group WG 19, Application of IECEx to the Hydrogen Economy (as circulated as ExMC/1989/R).  Members accepted and agreed all five recommendations listed in ExMC/1989/R.

2023

The Meeting accepted a report from the USA NC as circulated as ExMC/1984/INF.

2023

The Meeting accepted a report from the Brazilian NC as circulated as ExMC/1985/INF

2023

The Meeting accepted a report from the China NC via a presentation that will be made available post meeting as a Green Paper.   The meeting agreed that the presentation serves as an adequate response to the request from DE as circulated as ExMC/1986/INF

2023

The Meeting accepted a report from Mr Omerovic on recent activities of the ExNBG. The report will be made available post meeting as a Green Paper.

2023

The meeting appreciated a verbal address from the IEC Treasurer, Mr Pierre Selva and recorded our thanks for his participation today and for his ongoing support of the IECEx System.

2023

The meeting accepted a presentation (based on ExMC/1936/DV) from the IECEx Treasurer on the 2022 results prior to the submission of these to the IEC CAB.

2023

Whilst noting the sound financial management of the IECEx System, the meeting supported the US proposal (as circulated as ExMC/1983/CD) and the UK NC comments (as circulated as ExMC/1996/CD) and then agreed to establish the proposed Working Group to report to the ExMC and to support the IECEx Treasurer.   The meeting also agreed to task the Chair, Treasurer and Executive Secretary to prepare, by no later than November 2023, a draft Terms of Reference and membership criteria for the new WG for further discussion and consideration by ExMC.

[Secretariat Note: A copy of the draft agenda for the next IEC Treasurers meeting, planned for November 2023 will be circulated to all ExMC Members for their input ahead of the IEC Treasurers meeting]

2023

The meeting considered a financial outlook to 2026 prepared by the IECEx Executive (as circulated as CAB/2356/INF) in accordance with the new Swiss GAAP accounting principles and noted that this document has been prepared taking into account the 2022 audited accounts and 2023 and 2024 Approved Budgets. It is intended that this will be used as guidance when preparing the draft formal budget for 2025.

2023

The meeting noted that the future meeting schedule of:

• 2024: Brazil
• 2025: Japan

appreciated the presentation by Brazil regarding details of the 2024 IECEx Meetings, and accepted the invitation from China for the 2026 meetings.

2022

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice President and IEC CAB Chair, Mr Shawn Paulsen and recorded our thanks for his participation today and for his ongoing support of the IECEx System.

2022

The meeting approved the draft agenda as circulated as ExMC/1849A/DA with the following additions:

• IEC TC31 Report
• IEC TC31/ IECEx Liaison Report
• ISO Technical Expert Group

2022

The meeting approved all items listed in the Consent Agenda circulated as Annex A to ExMC/1849A/DA however the USNC requested an opportunity to comment on Item 5.2.2

2022

The meeting appreciated and endorsed a report (ExMC/1877/R) from the Secretariat and Dr Munro (ExMC WG15 Convenor) with highlighting of various items on the list of actions arising from the 2021 Meeting as circulated as ExMC/1826A/RM.  

2022

The meeting accepted the Secretariat’s report that emphasised a number of aspects detailed in ExMC/1852/R as an overview of IECEx System activities.

The meeting noted the USNC request for audits of the Secretariat by the IECEx Chair in accordance with IECEx OD 003-2 with a report to be provided to the 2023 ExMC meeting.

2022

The meeting noted at time of closing of call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1825/Inf, all nominations received were for the re-appointment of Mr Paul Meanwell for a second term as IECEx Chair. The meeting then unanimously agreed on submitting Mr Meanwell for IEC CAB approval as IECEx Chair to commence a second term of three years on 1^st January 2023.

2022

The meeting agreed to record a note of thanks for the work of Mr Paul Meanwell’s first term and the appreciation of the support from his employer KOMATSU.

2022

The meeting accepted the report presentation from the IECEx Chairman on the activities of the IECEx Executive in particular the review of Roles and Responsibilities assigned to the Executive as detailed in IECEx OD 002.

2022

The meeting agreed the following policy text prepared during the meeting:

2022

The meeting accepted a presentation from Mr Peter Thurnherr, ExSFC Chairman that highlighted a number of items in the report on the 2022 ExSFC meeting as circulated as ExMC/1853/RM.

2022

The meeting accepted a report (as circulated as ExMC/1868/R) from Dr Arnhold, ExMC WG19 Convenor on the activities of ExMC Working Group WG 19, Application of IECEx to the Hydrogen Economy and after further discussion on the USNC comments (as circulated as ExMC/1885/CD) took the following Decision: (2022/12)

2022

The meeting noted the comments submitted by the USNC as ExMC/1885/CD and then agreed that the USNC be provided time for additional consideration via an ExMC vote by correspondence for approval of publication as Edition 1.0 of IECEx OD 290.

ACTION: IECEx Secretariat to work with ExTAG WG01 to update ExMC/1875/INF to make appropriate reference to the forthcoming ISO DIS 19880-2.

ACTION: IECEx ExMC WG19 to consider the need for any retrospectivity of IECEx OD 209 to equipment previously certified to IEC TS 60079-46

2022

The meeting accepted a report from the ExAG Convenor, Dr Munro as circulated as ExMC/1870/R, supported the ExAG Recommendation #2 regarding the appointment of Hong Zhao as an Assessor 

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 204 as circulated as ExMC/1863/DV.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 205 as circulated as ExMC/1864/DV.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2022

The meeting noted the report from Dr Frank Lienesch, ExTAG Chairman on the September 2022 ExTAG (Ex Testing and Assessment Group) Meeting.   The meeting then endorsed the work of the ExTAG and agreed to the ExTAG’s Recommendations summarised as follows:

1. that the Secretariat investigate a mechanism for automatic notifications to stakeholders of revisions to IECEx publications
2. that the ExMC formalise the ExTAG’s appreciation of the excellent work and support of ExTAG by the now retired IEC TC 31 IECEx Liaison, Mr. Mark Coppler and extend our wishes to him for all the best for his retirement.
3. that the ExMC explore cooperation with IRENA regarding the hydrogen economy.
4. that the ExMC continue the previous work with OIML on metrology
5. promotion of IECEx’s interest in CASCO activities on remote audit guidance via participation by Mr. Jasmin Omerovic as representing all IEC Conformity Assessment Systems.

[Secretariat Note: Report from the ExTAG Chair presented to ExMC, is issued as ExTAG (2022 Remote/ExTAG Chair Report) 01 on the IECEx 2022 Meeting website under Green Papers]

2022

The meeting noted that the outcome of ExTAG discussions on ExMC/1880/CD have satisfied the USNC/IECEx.

[Secretariat Note: At this point in the meeting Agenda Item 13.1 was dealt with prior to Agenda item 8.3]

2022

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from ExMC WG8 Convener, Dr Lienesch on the current status work of ExMC WG8 regarding UNECE initiatives and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

2022

The meeting accepted a report from Mr Marty Cole, ExMC WG1 Convener contained in Document ExMC/1857/RM, assigned the following Actions arising from discussions on the report:

ACTION: ExMC WG1 to reconsider the FRNC proposal for the application of Decision 2021/05 (and FRNC to also provide details of the problem to be solved by the proposal) regarding the publication of ATFs scopes (perhaps via a register similar to that used in accordance with IECEx OD 024).

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx 02 as circulated as ExMC/1858/DV and agreed that the revisions requested by the USNC as ExMC/1888/CD shall be considered by ExMC WG1 for a further revision at a later date.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 009 as circulated as ExMC/1859/DV.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: NL

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 209 as circulated as ExMC/1861/DV.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2022

The meeting accepted a verbal report on the current and planned work of ExMC WG2 from the Convener, Ms Katy Holdredge in which it was advised that ExMC WG2 will next meet on 20^th October 2022.

2022

The meeting accepted a report from Mr Marty Cole, ExMC WG13 Convener contained in Document ExMC/1862/RM and supported the Recommendation to ExMC in the report.  In response to the request to the ExMC members for input to ExMC WG13 on KPIs, the meeting agreed that this can be provided to ExMC WG13 via the Secretariat.

2022

The meeting noted and accepted the list of currently accepted IECEx Conformity Mark Licence issuing ExCBs @ https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/conformity-mark/

2022

The meeting accepted the ExMarkCo report presentation from the ExMarkCo Chair, Mr Duffy.

ACTION: ExMC members to nominate representatives for the vacant positions on the ExMarkCo

ACTION: Secretariat and ExMC WG17, Marketing to communicate to members and other stakeholders on the new provisions and requirements of the IECEx Conformity Mark System.

2022

The meeting accepted a report from Mr John Allen, ExPCC Chairman on the 2022 ExPCC meeting as circulated as ExMC/1854/RM and, via:

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 503 as circulated as ExMC/1855/DV.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 504 as circulated as ExMC/1856/DV.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: USA

2022

The Meeting noted a report from the IECEx Secretariat regarding IEC/ILAC/IAF Cooperation and explaining the document circulated as ExMC/1606/Inf.

2022

The Meeting supported the objectives of the USNC proposal (ExMC/1881/CD) for additional information and felt that this could be made available on the IECEx website via a simple link to this information on the ExCB’s own website (noting the need for ExCBs to provide and maintain the currency of information, the need to ensure correct use of this tool for the intended objectives, and the need to respect any IEC legal restrictions on the publication of national laws information by IECEx).

ACTION: Secretariat to research IEC legal issues and to report this as input to further discussions on the USNC proposal at the next IECEx Executive meeting in Feb 2023.

2022

The Meeting noted that the items in the USNC proposal (ExMC/1889/CD) for amendments to the IECEx website have been completed however there remains a need to revise the title of the page to “Standards Operated by the IECEx”. The meeting also noted and supported the current work underway on an online version of the IECEx Bulletin

2022

The Meeting accepted a report from ExMC WG17 Convener, Dr Arnhold on the work of ExMC WG17 as circulated as ExMC/1866/R and appreciated the work of ExMC WG17 especially in regard to the animated videos.

2022

The Meeting accepted a report from ExMC WG18 Convener, Dr Munro on the work of ExMC WG17 as circulated as ExMC/1871/R and, via:

2022

The meeting approved the revision of IECEx OD 233 as circulated as ExMC/1867/DV.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2022

The Meeting supported a proposal from AU (as circulated as ExMC/1884/CD) regarding the re-activation of ExMC WG05 and the appointment of Mr Geoff Barnier (AU) as Convener.

Mr Colin Cameron volunteered and was accepted as a new member of ExMC WG5.

2022

The Meeting recorded their thanks and appreciation for the leadership and efforts of Mr Roy Teather as the ExMC WG5 Convenor since 2017.

2022

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, a report submitted as ExMC/1890/CD by the IEC TC31 Chairman, Dr Martin Thedens on IEC TC 31 activities and work since the 2021 ExMC meeting.

2022

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, a report submitted as ExMC/1891/CD by the IEC TC31/IECEx Liaison and JWG 50 Convener, Mr Mark Coppler and presented by Martin Thedens as the interim Liaison.  The meeting also appreciated the long standing work of Mr Coppler as the IEC TC31 / IECEx Liaison.

2022

The Meeting accepted a report from Mr Giovanni Hummel Borges on behalf of the Brazilian NC as circulated as ExMC/1882/INF.

2022

The Meeting accepted a report presented by Mr Scott Kiddle on behalf of USA as circulated as ExMC/1886/INF.

2022

The Meeting accepted a report (to be published as a Green Paper) from Mr Cameron on behalf of GB regarding BREXIT and the impact of this on certification activities and requirements in the UK.

[Secretariat Note: Report published as ExMC (2022 Remote/UK Report)01 on the 2022 IECEx Meeting Website]

2022

The Meeting accepted a report (to be published as a Green Paper) from Mr Jasmin Omerovic (ExNBG Chair) on behalf of ExNBG.

[Secretariat Note: Report published as ExMC (2022 Remote/ExNB Report) 02 on the 2022 IECEx Meeting Website]

2022

The meeting, in noting the 2021 Audited Accounts in Document ExMC/1833/DV, approved that they be referred to the IEC CAB for acceptance.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:   Nil

Absent: GR, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2022

The meeting considered a financial outlook to 2025 prepared by the IECEx Executive (as circulated as ExMC/1830/CD) in accordance with the new Swiss GAAP accounting principles and noted that this document has been prepared taking into account the 2021 audited accounts and 2022 and 2023 Approved Budgets. It is intended that this will be used as guidance when preparing the draft formal budget for 2024.

2022

The members expressed thanks to representatives from IEC Secretariat for their presentation to this meeting on the IEC Global Impact Fund and noted the IEC Board’s Decision to launch the IEC Global Impact Fund as an IEC initiative that provides grants for the implementation of solutions that address specific global environmental, governance and societal challenges based upon IEC International Standards and Conformity Assessment Systems (refer ExMC/1869/CD)

ACTION: ExMC WG17 to identify and exploit opportunities for positive outcomes for IECEx from the IEC GIF

2022

The meeting noted that the future meeting schedule is as follows:

• 18^th – 22^nd September 2023: Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
• 2024: Brazil
• 2025: Japan

and appreciated the presentation by Mr Cameron regarding details of the 2023 IECEx Meetings

2021

The meeting approved the draft agenda circulated as ExMC/1729B/DA with the following addition as a Green Paper:

• Agenda Item 4.1, ExMC(2021 Remote/FR)03

and agreed to the requests for:

• Agenda Item 9, IECEx Conformity Mark to be dealt with during Day 1 following agenda item 8.5
• Agenda Item 11, ExPCC Report to be dealt with during the Friday session of this ExMC meeting

2021

The meeting approved all items listed in the Consent Agenda circulated as Annex A to ExMC/1729B/DA. 

2021

The meeting appreciated and endorsed a report from the Secretariat on the actions arising from the 2020 Meeting as circulated as ExMC/1743/R.  

2021

The meeting accepted the Secretariat’s report that emphasised a number of the aspects detailed in ExMC/1732/R as an overview of IECEx System activities.

2021

The meeting supported the proposal from FR NC [ExMC(2021 Remote/FR)03] to add scope details of ATFs to OD 001 and referred this matter to ExMC WG1 for further consideration regarding process and content.  ExMC WG1 to report to the next ExMC meeting.

2021

The meeting noted at time of closing of call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1683/Inf, all nominations received were for the re-appointment of Mr Chris Agius. The meeting then unanimously agreed on submitting Mr Agius for IEC CAB approval as IECEx Executive Secretary to commence another term of five years on 1^st January 2022.

The meeting also recorded a note of thanks to Mr Agius for the great service and support to the IECEx System over many years since establishment.

2021

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice President and IEC CAB Chair, Mr Shawn Paulsen and recorded our thanks for his participation today and for his ongoing support of the IECEx System.

2021

The meeting noted CAB Decisions 48/07, 48/09, 49/16 and 49/17 and that 48/07 and 49/17 will be discussed under Agenda Item 8.6 of this ExMC Meeting.

2021

The meeting accepted the report from the IECEx Chairman on the activities of the IECEx Executive in particular the review of Roles and Responsibilities assigned to the Executive as detailed in IECEx OD 002.

The Executive looks forward to future work with JWG50.

2021

The meeting noted the publication of Edition 2.0 of IECEx OD 060 and endorsed the publication of Edition 2.1.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SI, TR, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: Nil

2021

The meeting accepted a report from the ExAG Convenor, Dr Munro as circulated as ExMC/1727/RM 

2021

approved the update of IECEx Forms as proposed and circulated as ExMC/1737/DV, ExMC/1738/DV, ExMC/1739/DV and ExMC/1736/DV (with account taken of the US NC comments in ExMC/1754/CD).

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SI, TR, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: Nil

2021

In the absence of other nominees, members approved the incumbent officers

• Dr Jim Munro, ExAG Convener
• Ms Katy Holdredge, ExAG Deputy Convener

to continue in these positions for a second term of three years commencing on 1st January 2022. 

2021

The meeting accepted a report from Dr Frank Lienesch, ExTAG Chairman [ExTAG(2021Remote/Chair)05] on the 2021 ExTAG (Ex Testing and Assessment Group) Meeting. 

2021

The meeting noted ExTAG’s endorsement of the draft revision of IECEx OD 012 as circulated to ExTAG and to ExMC members as ExMC/1735/DV and agreed to publish the revision of IECEx OD 012.    The meeting also agreed that further changes can be proposed for a subsequent revision of IECEx OD 012.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SI, TR, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: Nil

2021

The meeting fully supported the formation of an ExTAG ad hoc group under the leadership of Mr Gavranich on the subject of increased ambient temperatures (ExTAG/652/INF) and invited additional members to contact Mr Gavranich via the Secretariat.

2021

The meeting accepted a report from Mr Marty Cole, ExMC WG1 Convener contained in Document ExMC/1710/RM.

2021

The meeting considered the update of the revision of IECEx 02 as proposed and circulated as ExMC/1697/DV and also the US NC (ExMC/1755/CD) and AU NC (ExMC/1763/CD) comments. The meeting then agreed to refer these comments to ExMC WG1 for consideration in preparing an updated draft for ExMC approval via correspondence.    Members are invited to submit additional comments by no later than end of September 2021. 

2021

The meeting approved the update of the revision of IECEx OD 009 as proposed and circulated as ExMC/1712/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SI, TR, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: Nil

2021

The meeting accepted a verbal report on the work of ExMC WG2 from the Convener, Ms Katy Holdredge.

2021

The meeting accepted a verbal report from the Convener, Mr Roy Teather on the work of ExMC WG5 since the 2020 ExMC meeting. Mr Teather invited feedback and ideas for ExMC WG5 consideration in improving audits of manufacturer.

2021

The meeting noted and accepted the list of currently accepted IECEx Conformity Mark Licence issuing ExCBs @ https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/conformity-mark/

2021

The meeting accepted the ExMarkCo report from the ExMarkCo Chair, Mr Duffy.

2021

In the absence of other nominees, members approved the incumbent ExMarkCo Chair, Mr Timothy Duffy to continue in this position for a further term of three years commencing on 1st January 2022.   The meeting extended thanks to Mr Duffy for his work in the recent developments in the Mark Scheme.

2021

The Meeting noted the vacancies (according to ExMarkCo/010R/Inf) in ExMarkCo membership as follows:

2021

The meeting accepted a report from Dr Arnhold on the document circulated as ExMC/1744/CD, noted the US comments (ExMC/1756/CD) and supported Dr Arnhold’s proposal (wiith adjustment to the proposal that results of the analysis be considered by the IECEx Executive and subsequent approval by the ExMC) for the establishment of a Working Group (under the leadership of Dr Arnhold) tasked to develop a business case for IECEx Conformity Assessment service offers in the hydrogen economy.    Members interested in assisting Dr Arnhold to submit their name to the Secretariat before the end of September 2021.

2021

The meeting accepted a report from Mr Ron Sinclair, ExSFC Chairman on the 2021 ExSFC meeting as circulated as ExMC/1713/RM and endorsed the ExSFC proposed policy (as extracted from ExMC/1713/RM below) of transitioning to IEC 60079-19 Edition 4.0.     

 Transition Policy

a)     All existing service facilities that are currently certified to IEC 60079-19 Edition 3.0 shall be recertified to IEC 60079-19 Edition 4.0 by no later than 31st October 2022. 

b)     All new (Issue 0) certificates issued to new clients after 31st December 2021 shall be according to the requirements of IEC 60079-19 Edition 4.0.  

2021

The Secretariat to advise all IECEx 03-5 ExCBs of the policy endorsement in Decision 2021/27 and that they need to apply for scope updates to enable use of the IECEx OCS accordingly.

2021

The meeting approved the update of IECEx Rules and Operational Documents as proposed and circulated as ExMC/1714/DV, ExMC/1716/DV, ExMC/1717/DV, ExMC/1719/DV and ExMC/1720/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SI, TR, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: Nil

2021

The meeting considered the US comments (ExMC/1760/CD) on the proposed revision of IECEx OD 314-5 as circulated as ExMC/1715/DV and referred ExMC/1760/DV and the associated draft revision of IECEx OD 314-4 (as ExMC/1725/DV) back to the ExSFC for further consideration.

2021

On recommendation from the ExSFC members and supported by the US comments (ExMC/1757/CD), ExMC members approved the new ExSFC officers

• Mr Peter Thurnherr, ExSFC Chair
• Ms Erin La Rocco, ExSFC Deputy Chair

to commence in these positions for a first term of three years on 1st January 2022. 

2021

Members recorded their thanks to the outgoing ExSFC Chairman, Mr Ron Sinclair MBE for his efforts and guidance over the last six years as the foundation Chairman of the ExSFC.

2021

The meeting accepted a report from Mr Peter Thurnherr, ExPCC Chairman on the 2021 ExPCC meeting as circulated as ExMC/1704/RM and via

2021

approved the update of IECEx Operational Documents as proposed and circulated as ExMC/1705/DV, ExMC/1706/DV, ExMC/1707/DV, ExMC/1708/DV and ExMC/1733/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SI, TR, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: Nil

2021

Members recorded their thanks to the outgoing ExPCC Chairman, Mr Peter Thurnherr for his efforts and guidance over the last six years as Chairman of the ExPCC.

2021

On recommendation from the ExPCC, ExMC members approved the new ExPCC officers

• Mr John Allen, ExPCC Chair
• Mr Thierry Houeix, ExPCC Deputy Chair

to commence in these positions for a first term of three years on 1st January 2022. 

2021

The meeting considered the US comments (ExMC/1758/CD), feedback from the meeting and the IECEx Executive and then endorsed continuation of work on the concept of an IECEx Record of Training as explained in ExMC/1734/DV and particularly noting a need for sufficient safeguards for the IECEx CoPC Scheme.    A final proposal for ExMC approval shall be submitted by the ExPCC.

2021

The Meeting noted a report from the IECEx Secretariat regarding IEC/ILAC/IAF Cooperation and explaining the document circulated as ExMC/1606/Inf.

2021

The Meeting accepted a report from ExMC WG8 Convener, Dr Lienesch on the work of ExMC WG8 as circulated as ExMC/1731/RM.

2021

The Meeting accepted a report from ExMC WG17 Convener, Dr Arnhold on the work of ExMC WG17 as circulated as ExMC/1711/RM and verbally updated following another meeting on 16^th August 2021.   In introducing the report the Chairman noted the low membership of this WG and invited members to nominate additional members to assist with this important work.

2021

The Meeting accepted a verbal report and presentation from ExMC WG18 Convener, Dr Munro on the work of ExMC WG18 in response to ExMC Decision 2020/41.

2021

The Meeting accepted a report and presentation from ExMC WG15 Convener, Dr Munro, on the status of a possible revision of ISO/IEC 80079-38 and current discussions in SC 31M MT80079-38.

2021

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, a report (circulated as ExMC/1759/R) from the IEC TC31 Chairman, Dr Martin Thedens on IEC TC 31 activities and work since the 2020 ExMC meeting.

2021

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, a report (circulated as ExMC/1761/R) from the IEC TC31/IECEx JWG 50 Convener, Mr Mark Coppler.  

2021

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from Mr Cameron on behalf of GB regarding BREXIT and the impact of this on certification activities and requirements in the UK (noting that the CE Mark deadline has been extended).

2021

The Meeting accepted a report and presentation from Mr Jasmin Omerovic (ExNBG Chair) on behalf of ExNBG.

2021

The Meeting accepted a report and presentation from Mr Henrique Burd on behalf of Brazil.

2021

The Meeting accepted a report (circulated as ExMC/1764/Inf) presented by Mr Scott Kiddle on behalf of USA.

2021

The meeting, in noting the 2020 Audited Accounts in Document ExMC/1693/DV, approved that they be referred to IEC CAB for acceptance.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SI, TR, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: Nil

2021

The meeting considered a financial outlook to 2023 prepared by the IECEx Executive (as circulated as ExMC/1696/CD) in accordance with the new Swiss GAAP accounting principles and noted that this document has been prepared taking into account the 2020 audited accounts and 2021 and 2022 Approved Budgets. It is intended that this will be used as guidance when preparing the draft formal budget for 2023, to be approved by ExMC. 

2021

The meeting recorded thanks for the past work, support and long-term participation of Gerold Klotz-Engmann following his advice that he will be retiring in January 2022.  His employer, along with those of all other delegates, are thanked for their support.

2021

The meeting noted the withdrawal of their offer to host the 2022 meeting by QPS in light of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and that other options are being explored for face-to-face and/or hybrid meeting formats in 2022.

The future meeting schedule is as follows:

2023: UK

2024: Brazil

2025: Japan

2020

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice President and IEC CAB Chair, Mr Shawn Paulsen and recorded our thanks for his participation today and for his ongoing support of the IECEx System.

2020

The meeting approved the draft agenda circulated as ExMC/1614A/DA with the following additions as Green Papers:

-       Agenda Item 6.6
-       Agenda Item 8.4
-       Agenda Item 8.5
-       Agenda Item 14.1
-       Agenda Item 14.2
and noted the USNC objection to approving (at this meeting) documents that have not met the document distribution timelines of IEC CA 01.

2020

The meeting approved all items listed in the Consent Agenda circulated as Annex A to ExMC/1614A/DA.

2020

The meeting noted a report from the Secretariat on the actions arising from the 2019 Meeting in Dubai as circulated as ExMC/1567A/RM and ExMC/1632/R, Status of Action Items from the 2019 ExMC Meeting.    The Secretariat to follow-up on Action Item #42 with AU.

2020

The meeting accepted the Secretariat’s report emphasising a number of the aspects detailed in ExMC/1607/R that contains an overview of the IECEx System activities.

The meeting also supported the USNC proposal as circulated as ExMC/1636/Inf for dealing under agenda item 6.6.

2020

The meeting noted at time of closing of call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1590/Inf, one nomination was received, this being for Mr Cole from Canada. The meeting then unanimously agreed on submitting Mr Cole for IEC CAB approval as IECEx Deputy Chair to commence a second term of three years on 1^st January 2021. The meeting also recorded a note of thanks to Mr Cole and his employer Hubbell for the great service and support to IECEx during his first term.

2020

The meeting noted at time of closing of call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1591/Inf, one nomination was received, this being Professor Xu Jianping from China. The meeting then unanimously agreed on submitting Professor Xu Jianping for IEC CAB approval as IECEx Treasurer to commence a first term of three years on 1st January 2021.  The meeting also recorded a note of thanks to Mr Thierry Houeix and his employer, INERIS for his tremendous efforts for the past 6 years noting the very excellent financial position of the IECEx due in no small means to his efforts.

2020

The meeting noted a report from Mr Amos and also the comments from Mr Coppler regarding the need for a continued watching brief from IECEx on activities in the IECEE System.

2020

The meeting noted an update from the Secretariat on the latest countries that have joined IECEx and new Countries possibly interested in joining the IECEx System membership. The a meeting also agreed to deal with the DE question on acceptance of IECEx by new member countries when dealing with results from the Survey under agenda item 15.1.   

2020

The meeting accepted the verbal report from the IECEx Chairman on the activities of the IECEx Executive in particular the review of Roles and Responsibilities assigned to the Executive as detailed in IECEx OD 002, noting responses to the developing COVID-19 pandemic dominated issues among the IECEx Executive and the release of OD 060.

2020

The meeting endorsed the publication of Edition 2.0 of IECEx OD 060 on 8^th July 2020.

The meeting also supported that ExMC(2020Remote/AU)03 be considered by the Executive along with the relevant verbal input from GBNC (as shown in the Minutes) for inclusion in the next version of OD 060.   It was further agreed for the USNC input provided as ExMC/1636/Inf to be considered by ExAG.  The meeting noted a verbal report from the Secretary regarding IECEx peer assessments conducted under the provisions of OD 060, as requested by the US comment ExMC/1636/Inf, and indicated its support for the approach taken.

2020

The meeting accepted a report from the ExAG Convenor, Dr Munro as circulated as ExMC/1639/R, agreed ExAG Recommendation 1 and noted Recommendation 3.    The responses to Recommendation 2 (approval of documents publication) will be handled as separate Decisions achieved by voting by correspondence to be coordinated by the Secretariat.

It is accepted that, in principle, the content of Annexes can be modified and published without the need for ExMC approval (in accordance with IECEx OD 099).

2020

The meeting accepted a verbal report from Prof Xu Jianping, ExTAG Chairman on the 2020 ExTAG (Ex Testing and Assessment Group) Meeting.  

2020

The meeting noted ExTAG’s endorsement (refer ExTAG Decision 2020/18) of the draft revision of IECEx OD 207 as circulated among ExTAG as ExTAG/617/CD and agreed to publish the revision of IECEx OD 207.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: IN
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting noted ExTAG’s endorsement (refer ExTAG Decision 2020/20) of the draft revision of IECEx OD 034 as circulated as ExTAG /614/CD and agreed to publish the revision of IECEx OD 034.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: IN
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting approved the ExTAG nomination of Dr Lienesch as ExTAG Chair (as proposed by the 2020 ExTAG Meeting) to commence a first term of three years on 1st January 2021. 

2020

The meeting recorded their thanks to Prof Xu Jianping and Mr Gauthier for their efforts in successfully and efficiently leading the work of the ExTAG over the last six years.

2020

The meeting approved the ExTAG nomination of Mr Omerovic from Denmark as ExTAG Deputy Chair (as proposed by the 2020 ExTAG Meeting) to commence a first term of three years on 1st January 2021. 

2020

The meeting accepted the ExMC WG1 report contained in Document ExMC/1608/R.

2020

The meeting considered the proposed new Operational Document IECEx OD 099, IECEx Document Management as circulated as ExMC/1611/DV and noted the comments from FR NC (refer ExMC/1648/Inf), AU NC and US NC. The meeting then agreed for further revisions be made to include editorial corrections and additional content proposed by the FR NC, US NC, and AU NC and any others submitted before the end of October 2020.   A revised draft of IECEx OD 099 Edition 1.0 will then be circulated for vote by correspondence for approval to publish.

2020

The meeting accepted a verbal report on the work of ExMC WG2 from the Convenor, Ms Katy Holdredge.

2020

The meeting considered the proposal from FR NC regarding requirements for Spark Test Apparatus (ExMC(2020 Remote/FR)07) and following an explanation of current requirements of the TCD (regarding “ready access” provisions), following discussions, the FR NC agreed to withdraw this proposal.    The ExMC WG2 Convenor also suggested that a review of TCD definitions and terminology will assist to clarify requirements.

2020

The meeting accepted a report (circulated as ExMC/1609/R) on the work of ExMC WG5 from the Convenor, Mr Roy Teather and endorsed ExMC WG5 Recommendation #1 regarding the withdrawal of IECEx OD 208.

2020

The meeting appreciated the comments from Dr Arnhold regarding manufacturers’ experiences with the certification of non-electrical equipment.

The meeting also noted the comments from Dr Munro on the possibility of a ExMC WG15 meeting and his request for suggestions of discussion topics.

2020

The meeting noted and accepted the list of currently accepted IECEx Conformity Mark Licence issuing ExCBs @ https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/conformity-mark/

2020

The meeting accepted the ExMarkCo report (as circulated as ExMC/1631/R) from the ExMarkCo Chair, Mr Duffy.

2020

The meeting considered the proposed revision of IECEx 04 as circulated as ExMC/1620/DV and then agreed to recommend to the IEC CAB to approve this to proceed to publication as IECEx 04, Edition 2.0.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting considered the proposed revision of IECEx OD 422 as circulated as ExMC/1621/DV and then agreed for this to proceed to publication as IECEx OD 422, Edition 2.0.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting considered the proposed revision of IECEx OD 023 as circulated as ExMC/1623/DV and then agreed for this to proceed to publication as IECEx OD 423, Edition 1.0.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting considered the proposed revision of IECEx Guide 04A as circulated as ExMC/1624/DV and then agreed for this to proceed to publication as IECEx Guide 04A, Edition 3.0.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting considered the proposed revision of IECEx Guide 01B as circulated as ExMC/1625/DV and then agreed for this to proceed to publication as IECEx Guide 01B, Edition 4.0.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The Meeting noted the vacancies (according to ExMarkCo/010R/Inf) in ExMarkCo membership as follows:

2020

The meeting accepted the ExSFC report as circulated as ExMC/1610/R, noted the USNC comments ExMC/1638/Inf, and endorsed the two ExSFC Recommendations.

2020

The meeting considered the proposed revision of IECEx OD 314-5 as circulated as ExMC/1613/DV and then agreed for this to proceed to publication as IECEx OD 314-5, Edition 1.2.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting considered the proposed new Operational Document IECEx OD 302, Preparation and Publication of ExSFC Decision Sheets as circulated as ExMC/1612/DV and then agreed for this to proceed to publication as IECEx OD 302, Edition 1.0.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting noted the comments of the ExSFC Chair on the proposed revision of IECEx OD 316-4 as circulated as ExMC/1646/DV and that further work is needed on this and that comments are invited.

2020

The meeting accepted the verbal report from the ExPCC Deputy Chair, Mr John Allen that the ExPCC had not met since 2019 due to Covid-19 restrictions.  The meeting recommended that the ExPCC and ExPCC Working Groups meet as soon as possible.

The meeting also noted a response from the Secretariat to the FR NC comments submitted as ExMC/1650/Inf and the NO NC support of the FR NC comments.

2020

The Meeting noted a report from the IECEx Secretariat regarding IEC/ILAC/IAF Cooperation and explaining the document circulated as ExMC/1606/Inf.

2020

The Meeting noted a verbal report from Dr Lienesch on progress of the work of UNECE WP6 and noted their continued interest in working with the IECEx System.

2020

The meeting
-accepted a verbal report on the work of ExMC WG13 from the Convenor, Mr Cole
-noted the assignment of task for WG13 to review the proposals from CAB WG18, New Services Radar (refer CAB/1418/R)
-noted the USNC proposal as circulated as ExMC/1637//Inf and as supported by GB and AU

2020

The meeting noted a report from the Dr Munro on Adhoc WG for the revision of OD 233, endorsed the principles of all of their recommendations for the purpose of proceeding with the revision of OD 233.  The meeting also agreed that a new ExMC Working Group be convened (under the Convenorship of Dr Munro) and tasked to continue work on the development of IECEx OD 233 in consultation with ExTAG WG1 and IEC TC31.

[Secretariat Note: Experts nominated to join this new WG include A. Maira (AU), M. Thedens (TC31 Chair), T. Houeix (FR), O.Walch (DE), A Smith (GB), P. Kelly (US)*, W.Lawrence (US)*, F Lankamp (NL)]

*subject to confirmation

2020

The meeting noted a ppt report from ExMC WG17 Convenor, Dr Arnhold on progress with marketing efforts.

2020

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, the IEC TC 31 report on their activities and work since the last ExMC Meeting as outlined in Green Paper ExMC(2020Remote/TC31)04 as presented by the IEC TC31 Chairman, Dr Martin Thedens.

2020

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, the report and update from the TC 31 JWG 50 Convener, Mr Mark Coppler ExMC(2020Remote/JWG50)05.    Members are invited to submit suggestions of future discussion topics to Mr Coppler.

2020

The Meeting accepted a report from the IECEx Secretariat (refer ExMC/1647/R) on the results of a survey (refer ExMC/1619/Q) of Members to determine the use of the IECEx Schemes within the various Member Countries of the IECEx.  Members then noted the Chairman’s comments on the outcome of the IECEx Executive discussions on the next steps and the questions from Dr Arnhold and Mr Gauthier.

The meeting agreed that the IECEx Executive be tasked to continue work in follow up on the outcomes of the survey including tasking actions to various IECEX WGs and the Secretariat.

2020

The Meeting appreciated a detailed ppt report from Mr Cameron on behalf of GB regarding BREXIT and the impact of this on certification activities and requirements in the UK.

2020

The Meeting accepted a report from Mr Thierry Houeix (ExNBG Vice Chair and temporary acting Chair) on behalf of ExNBG and noted his comments about BREXIT and the ongoing commitment of ExNBG to continue to work with IECEx.

2020

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from Brazil regarding recent and anticipated changes to regulations and also on the promotion of IECEx in Brazil.

2020

The Meeting appreciated a verbal report provided by the Secretariat on the status of discussions regarding announced changes to regulations in the Peoples’ Republic of China for certification and accreditation and requested further progress in this area.

2020

The meeting, in noting the 2019 Audited Accounts in Document ExMC/1588/DV, approved that they be referred to IEC CAB for acceptance.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PL, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil
Absent: Nil
Abstaining: Nil

2020

The meeting considered a Budget Outlook to 2023 prepared by the IECEx Executive (as circulated as ExMC/1583/Inf) and noted that this document has been prepared taking into account the 2019 audited accounts and 2020 and 2021 Approved Budgets. It is intended that this will be used as guidance when preparing the draft formal budget for 2022, taking into account affects of the COVID-19 Pandemic, for approval by ExMC and IEC CAB.

2020

The meeting recorded their congratulations to Mr Coppler as the recipient of the IEC Thomas Edison Award, noting his long standing contributions to both Standards Development and IEC Conformity Assessment.

2020

The meeting thanked the JP NC for their address regarding the 2021 meetings and indicate both its full support for the situation and appreciate the on-going commitment and support of the IECEx.  The meeting noted the amended schedule as follows

2021: To Be Advised
2022: Canada
2023 (18-22 Sept): UK
2024: Brazil
2025: Japan
(refer Notice of Meetings 2020 - 2025 as circulated as ExMC/1592A/Inf)

2019

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice President, Mr Shawn Paulsen and recorded our thanks for his attendance here today and for his ongoing support of the IECEx System.

2019

The meeting approved the draft agenda circulated as ExMC/1509A/DA with no additions
and also agreed that the following changes of order:
-  Agenda Item 11 be discussed on Day #1
-  ExMC/1541/CD, FR proposal be discussed under agenda item 20

2019

The meeting approved all items listed in the Consent Agenda circulated as Annex A to ExMC/1509A/DA

2019

The meeting noted a report from the Secretariat on the actions arising from the 2018 Meeting in Cannes as circulated as ExMC/1448A/RM and ExMC/1530/R, Status of Action Items from the 2018 ExMC Meeting.

2019

The meeting discussed the matter (not already included in the agenda) of the size of the meeting minutes arising from the 2018 ExMC Meeting and agreed that, in response to a comment from one Member Body, we continue with the minutes in the current format.

2019

The meeting accepted the Secretariat’s report emphasising a number of the aspects detailed in ExMC/1499/R that contains an overview of the IECEx System activities and sustained year-by-year growth of the IECEx System.  

2019

The meeting noted at time of closing of call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1462/Inf, one nomination was received (as circulated as ExMC/1467/Inf), this being for Mr Meanwell from South Africa. The meeting then unanimously agreed on submitting Mr Meanwell as the ExMC nomination for IEC CAB approval as IECEx Chair to commence a first term of three years on 1^st January 2020. 

2019

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice-President and CAB Chair, Mr Shawn Paulsen and expressed our thanks for his leadership and ongoing support of the IECEx System.

2019

The Meeting accepted the report provided by Mr Amos (circulated as ExMC/1528/R) and noted CAB/1849/R as a report from CAB WG17, Cyber Security.  The meeting also noted the work underway in the IECQ System.

2019

The meeting accepted the report from CAB WG18 (circulated as CAB/1814B/RV) and the Excel Spreadsheet report of a “Business watch” list as prepared by WG18 (as circulated as CAB/1814B/R).  The meeting then agreed that the CAB WG18 report and the business watch list be referred to ExMC WG13, “Business development” for their consideration of items identified as opportunities for IECEx.

2019

The meeting noted an update from the Secretariat regarding possible new Countries interested in joining the IECEx System membership.   The meeting also welcomed the delegates from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia present at this meeting.

2019

The meeting accepted a report (circulated as ExMC/1531/R) from the Secretariat on the outcomes of a July 2019 survey of IECEx Member Bodies in support of the requirement of IEC CA 01 for Member Bodies to report annually on their representation and engagement of stakeholders at the national level. The meeting also noted the current review within IEC CAB WG11.

2019

The meeting accepted the report (circulated as ExMC/1512/R) from the IECEx Chairman on the activities of the IECEx Executive in particular the review of Roles and Responsibilities assigned to the Executive as detailed in IECEx OD 002.

2019

The meeting agreed that there is a need to conduct more focused marketing of the IECEx System and accepted the proposal from the IECEx Executive to convene a Marketing Working Group (under the convenorship of Prof Dr Arnhold) via a call for experts.

2019

The meeting accepted a verbal report from the IECEx Secretary on the status of surveillance of accepted ExCBs and ExTLs.

2019

New IECEx Assessment Group. ExAG

The meeting

• accepted a report from the ExAG Convenor, Dr Munro as circulated as ExMC/1493/R,
• noted the publication of IECEx 06 and Edition 3.0 of IECEx OD 032
• approved ExAG Recommendations #1, #2 and #3
• noted the current work covered by Recommendation #4
• noted current considerations within ExAG regarding Recommendation #5 and supported further development in this direction

2019

The meeting accepted a report from Prof Xu Jianping, ExTAG Chairman on the 2019 ExTAG (Ex Testing and Assessment Group) Meeting and associated ExTAG Training Workshop as published as ExTAG(Dubai/ExTAGChairman)06.   The meeting then approved all ExTAG Recommendations to the ExMC as detailed in ExTAG(Dubai/ExTAGChairman)06.

2019

The meeting noted that the current ExTAG Secretary Mr Julian Gauthier from LCIE of FR will complete his current five year term at the end of 2019.  The meeting then supported the ExTAG recommendation that, to be consistent with other IECEx Committees, this role be changed to ExTAG Deputy Chair (noting that this will require a revision of Clause 8 of IECEx 01-S and Clause 4 of IECEx 02).

2019

The meeting then agreed on the IECEx Secretariat assuming the responsibilities of the ExTAG Secretary until the ExTAG Deputy Chair position is finalised.

2019

The meeting considered ExTAG/553/CD (as prepared by ExTAG WG6 and endorsed by the 2019 ExTAG Meeting) and then agreed for this to proceed to publication as the revised edition of IECEx OD 024.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA                                                                  

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting accepted a report on the IECEx Proficiency Testing Program from Dr Lienesch on behalf of the ExTAG WG10 Convenor, Mr Tim Krause as circulated as ExTAG/574/CD.

2019

The meeting considered and then approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 035 as circulated as ExMC/1514/DV subject to the inclusion of the changes recommended by the 2019 ExTAG meeting and supported by IEC TC31, with an editorial review to be undertaken by the Secretariat.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting considered and then approved (subject to the inclusion of the US proposal ExMC/1542/CD) the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 202 as circulated as ExTAG/574/CD. 

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting agreed to a request from US (ExMC/1515/CD) calling for a revision to IECEx OD 012 and any other matters related to OD 012 and to reactivate ExTAG WG4 with additional members invited to assist the Convenor (Mr Stubbings or his replacement).  Secretariat to issue a call for membership.

2019

The meeting accepted the ExMC WG1 report contained in Document ExMC/1488/R.

2019

The meeting approved the amendment to IECEx 02 (circulated as ExMC/1517/DV) incorporating the editorial changes, re change “any” to “assigned” in the tables on page 7, raised by the ExTAG Chairman and requested ExMC WG1 to review definitions for a future amendment.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting agreed for the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 009 as circulated as ExMC/1518/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting approved the publication of the content of ExMC/1519A/CD as an IECEx Operational Document.  This matter is to also be raised with IEC CAB for possible use in other IEC CA Systems.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting accepted a report (circulated as ExMC/1494/R) on the work of ExMC WG2 from the Convenor, Ms Katy Holdredge.

2019

The meeting considered and then approved the publication of the revision of IECEx TCD as circulated as ExMC/1520/DV incorporating the change to 8.2.2 of ISO 80079-36 to remove the asterisk.  Noting that an editorial review of referenced Standards titles to be conducted.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting accepted a report (circulated as ExMC/1487/R) on the work of ExMC WG5 from the Convenor, Mr Roy Teather and endorsed ExMC WG5 Recommendation #1.

2019

The meeting agreed with the ExMC WG5 Convenor proposal to conduct, in consultation with the Secretariat a webinar to better explain the use of F-001.

2019

The meeting noted and accepted the list of currently accepted IECEx Conformity Mark Licence issuing ExCBs @ https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/conformity-mark/

2019

The meeting accepted the ExMarkCo report contained in Document ExMC/1508/R and the message from the ExMarkCo Chair, as read out by the Chairman. The meeting further noted that there are no current IECEx Conformity Mark misuse matters that require IEC CAB attention.

2019

The meeting considered the content of the discussion paper circulated as ExMC/1521/CD- Concepts of New Approach for the IECEx Logo/ Trademark and IECEx Conformity Mark plus better integration with the IECEx Certified Equipment Scheme and supported Proposal Items 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 outlined in ExMC/1521/CD and further requests ExMarkCo to continue its work towards streamlining access to the IECEx Conformity Mark and its practical use eg. shading, laser etc and use with small products.   

2019

The Meeting noted the vacancies (according to ExMarkCo/010Q/Inf) in ExMarkCo membership as follows:

2019

The Meeting noted and accepted the current IECEx 03 Scheme ExCBs as listed at https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/service-facilities/

2019

The meeting accepted the ExSFC report as circulated as ExMC/1495/R and agreed with all ExSFC Recommendations.  

2019

The meeting considered and then approved the publication of the revision of IECEx 03-5 as circulated as ExMC/1496/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting considered and then approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 314-5 as circulated as ExMC/1497/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting considered and then approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 313-5 as circulated as ExMC/1498/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

The meeting accepted the report from the ExPCC Chair, Mr Peter Thurnherr (circulated as ExMC/1500/R).

 The meeting also agreed to assign the Secretariat the tasks of

1. reviewing the IECEx website with respect to the location of ExPCC Decision Sheets and
2.  the investigation of IT tools to support the Question Bank

 {Secretariat Note: New provisions for the location of ExPCC Decision Sheets on the IECEx website, according to item 1, were introduced by the end of the meeting}

2019

The meeting considered and then approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 502 as circulated as ExMC/1501/DV.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

The Meeting noted a verbal report from the IECEx Secretariat regarding IEC/ILAC/IAF Cooperation.

2019

The meeting appreciated an address from Mr Paul Dixon on behalf of the OIML President, Dr Roman Schwartz and noted our thanks for the OIML participation in this meeting.

2019

The Meeting noted a report from Mr Dixon on the recent activities of the Joint Working Group between IECEx and OIML that was established to explore synergies and areas where the two organisations maybe able to cooperate with the aim of making use of existing systems and practices in order to reduce cost and time to market for manufacturers of Ex equipment covered by both IECEx and OIML-CS Certification schemes.   The meeting supports the continued work of this JWG.   

2019

The meeting accepted a report (as circulated as ExMC/1491/R) on the work of ExMC WG8 and endorsed ExMC WG8’s Recommendations #1 and #2.

2019

The meeting approved the publication of an informative guide based on the content of ExMC/1540/Inf.

2019

The meeting

• accepted a report (as circulated as ExMC/1490/R) on the work of ExMC WG13
• endorsed ExMC WG13’s Recommendations #1, #2 and #3 and
• noted that there is a need for the Secretariat to explain the expectation of ExCBs with respect to the promotion of the IECEx System (noting the requirements of ISO/IEC 17065).

2019

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, the IEC TC 31 report on IEC TC 31 activities and work since the last ExMC Meeting contained in Document ExMC(Dubai/TC31 Chair)03 as presented by the IEC TC 31 Chairman, Mr Mark Coppler.

2019

The AU delegation agreed to prepare a proposal regarding their concerns with the future revision of IEC 60079-6 with respect to voltage ranges.

2019

The Meeting accepted a report from Mr Thierry Houeix, the Vice Chairman of the European Notified Bodies Group for ATEX, ExNB provided as ExMC(Dubai/ExNB)04 and noted his comment about their commitment to continue to cooperate with the IECEx System.

2019

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from Brazil regarding changes to regulations, the details of which will be outlined in a document to be posted as a Green Paper from this meeting.

 {Secretariat Note: Document “ExMC(Dubai/BR)06” , issued on the IECEx 2019 Meeting website under “Green Paper Documents” contains the BR report}

2019

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from the US delegation covering regulatory, Standards and Certification aspects and concerning changes in new OSHA Regulations.

2019

The Meeting appreciated a report provided as ExMC(Dubai/CN)05 regarding regulations in the Peoples’ Republic of China for certification and accreditation.

2019

The Meeting noted the various reports concerning some of the changes to national scheme requirements and agreed to the following:

1. Secretariat to conduct a general survey of Member country scheme requirements
2. The continued dialogue between the IECEx Secretariat and Member Bodies regarding the alignment of IECEx and national scheme requirements

2019

The meeting, in noting the 2018 Audited Accounts in Document ExMC/1473/DV, approved that they be referred to IEC CAB for acceptance.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SA, SI, TR, UAE, USA, ZA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: GR, IL, SE, SG, NZ

 Abstaining: Nil

2019

Members, in noting that a final draft budget for 2021 will be prepared following the end of year results for 2019, taking into account ExMC Members decisions during the 2019 Dubai meeting and issued for ExMC approval early in 2020 and considering the 2021 / 2022 Outlook contained in Document ExMC/1481/Inf, agreed that it can be used as guidance when preparing the draft formal budget for 2021 for approval by ExMC and IEC CAB.

2019

The meeting noted the confirmed invitations from the following ExMC Members and considered future venues beyond 2023 for Annual Meetings.

2020: Canada (Niagara Falls) with dates to be finalised
2021: Japan (30 August – 3^rd September)
2022: United Kingdom (12-16^th September in Edinburgh)
2023: Brazil

2019

The meeting agreed that the scheduling of IECEx Annual Meetings should be in middle to late September of each year.

2019

The meeting thanked his Excellency, the Director General and the ESMA team for their excellent hosting of this meeting.  

The generosity of the sponsors that have made the success of our meetings possible are also acknowledged with our thanks.

2018

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice President, Mr Shawn Paulsen and noted our thanks for his attendance and support of the IECEx System.

2018

The meeting approved the draft agenda circulated as ExMC/1377B/DA with the following additions as Green Papers for:

-       Agenda Item 4.1 regarding ExMC/1435/CD
-       Agenda Item 7.3 regarding ExMC/1434/CD
-       Agenda Item 8.2.3 regarding ExMC(Cannes_DE)02
-       Agenda Item 8.7 regarding ExMC(Cannes/ExMC WG5 Convenor)03

and also agreed that the following changes of order:

-       Agenda Item 11.1 ExPCC Report
-       Agenda Item 12.2.1 OIML Report

be discussed on Day #1

2018

The meeting noted the confirmed minutes of the 2018 ExMC meeting in Washington DC, USA as circulated as ExMC/1330A/RM and confirmed by correspondence.

2018

The Meeting accepted a report from the Secretariat on the actions arising from the 2017 Meeting in Washington as circulated as ExMC/1418/R and revised the following Actions:

2018

The Meeting accepted the Secretariat’s report (circulated as ExMC/1386/R) containing an overview of the IECEx System activities acknowledging the continued and sustained year-by-year growth of the IECEx System.   This report included updates to the IECEx Website and the IECEx On-Line Certificate System and the status of the IECEx Mid Term Surveillance according to OD 003-2.   

 The Meeting also requested the following:

2018

The Meeting considered the proposal from China in ExMC/1435/CD and, in view of general support it was agreed that the matter be referred to the IECEx Executive for reporting at the 2019 ExMC Meeting.

2018

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice-President and CAB Chair, Mr Shawn Paulsen and noted our thanks for his ongoing support of the IECEx System.

2018

The meeting accepted the Chairman’s summary report on IEC CAB Decisions since the 2017 ExMC meeting (with reference to CAB/1699/DL and CAB/1759/DL).

2018

The Meeting accepted the Chairman’s summary report on IEC CAB Decisions from the 2017 Vladivostok meeting (Reference is CAB/1699A/DL).

The Meeting also requested the following:

2018

The Meeting accepted the Chairman’s summary report on IEC CAB Decisions from the 2018 Geneva meeting. (Reference is CAB/1759/DL).

2018

The Meeting noted that from 1 January 2018 all four IEC Conformity Assessment Systems, IECEE, IECEx, IECQ, IECRE are now operating according to the new IEC CA 01 – Harmonised Basic Rules and received a report from the Secretariat regarding current work within CAB and any other matters relating to the Harmonised Basic Rules.   

2018

The Meeting accepted the report provided by Mr Amos (as circulated as ExMC/1400/R) and also noted CAB/1737/R as a report from CAB WG17, Cyber Security.

It was agreed that the IECEx Cyber Security Study Group continue to monitor the work of the IECEE CTF WG (now redesignated as IECEE CMC WG31) and take no decisions regarding IECEx Certification with respect to cyber security matters at this point in time.

The meeting also noted the advice from the USNC on their work on this matter.

2018

The Meeting noted and accepted the current IECEx System membership as listed at http://iecex.com/information/countries/

2018

The Meeting noted an update from the Secretariat regarding possible new Countries interested in joining the IECEx System membership.

2018

The Meeting accepted a report (as circulated as ExMC/1419/R) from the Secretariat on the outcomes of a survey (refer ExMC/1398/Q for questionnaire) of IECEx Member Bodies in support of the requirement of IEC CA 01 for Member Bodies to report annually on their representation and engagement of stakeholders at the national level.     Future surveys to include users as a separate category.

2018

The Meeting endorsed a report on the acceptance of the listed ExCBs and ExTLs since the last ExMC meeting as presented as ExMC/1413/R

2018

The Meeting endorsed the report detailing the applications for extension of Scope detailed in ExMC/1414/R according to ExMC/271D/INF.

2018

The Meeting accepted the report (as circulated as ExMC/1415/R) from the IECEx Chairman on the activities of the IECEx Executive in particular the review of Roles and Responsibilities assigned to the Executive as detailed in IECEx OD 002.

2018

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from the IECEx Secretary on the status of surveillance of accepted ExCBs and ExTLs.

2018

The Meeting endorsed the report detailing the re-assessment reports issued since the 2017 ExMC Meeting in Washington DC as detailed in ExMC/1416/R.

2018

The Meeting accepted a report from the ExMC WG4 Convenor, Dr Munro as circulated as ExMC/1407/R.

2018

The Meeting approved the proposed (via ExMC/1376/DV) transformation of WG4 to the new ExAG  (IECEx Assessment Group) and the appointment of its Officers as proposed and with the addition of details in Recommendation #1 in ExMC/1407/R. Meeting also requested ExAG to consider suggested improvements to ExMC/1376/DV as further work.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1434/CD and then approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 032 as circulated as ExMC/1405/DV and according to ExMC WG4 Recommendation #2. 

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting agreed to request ExAG to consider the inclusion of the proposals in ExMC/1434/CD in a revision of IECEx OD 003 and perhaps a further revision of IECEx OD 032.

2018

The Meeting approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 018 as circulated as ExMC/1433/DV and in accordance with ExMC WG4 Recommendation #3.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting approved the implementation date of the new ISO/IEC 17025 in accordance with Recommendation #4 in ExMC/1407/R.

2018

The Meeting noted and accepted the current IECEx 02 Scheme ExCBs and ExTLs as listed at http://iecex.com/members-area/od001/

2018

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from Prof Xu Jianping, ExTAG Chairman on the 2018 ExTAG (Ex Testing and Assessment Group) Meeting and associated ExTAG Training Workshop as published as ExTAG(Cannes/ExTAGChair)04.

2018

The majority of members (noting AU’s objection) attending the Meeting supported the proposal that the use of ExTAG DS 2015/001A be withdrawn from use for IECEx Certification on 1^st January 2020.  After this date no Certificates can be issued based on DS/2015/001A.

2018

The Meeting approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 024 as proposed in ExMC(Cannes/Secretariat)05 OD024 Modified following the 2018 ExTAG Meeting.   The meeting also supported the US proposal for future topics on
-        definitions of testing programme entail
-        how much witnessing is needed for a partial witnessing
-        requirements for ATF
to be considered by ExTAG WG6.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA
Objections:    Nil
Absent: NZ, SG, UAE
Abstaining: GB, ZA

2018

The Meeting accepted a report from Dr Lienesch of PTB (on behalf of Mr Krause) on the status of the IECEx Proficiency Testing Program and supported the ExTAG WG10 recommendation to continue work on a revision of IECEx OD 202 taking into account the DE proposal in ExMC(Cannes/DE)02.

2018

The Meeting approved the publication of the revision of IECEx OD 035 as circulated and noted that this was previously discussed in the 2018 ExTAG Meeting (in reference to ExTAG/490B/CD) with the outcome that ExTAG supported this revision as circulated.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered a proposal from AU, as circulated as ExMC/1406/CD, noted that the 2018 ExTAG meeting discussed and recommended that the matter be referred this to ExMC WG1 – the ExMC meeting supported this.   The ExMC Meeting also agreed that ExMC WG2 be asked to review TCDs with continued input from MT 60079-28 and IEC TC 31 WG40 sought.

2018

The Meeting accepted the ExMC WG1 report contained in Document ExMC/1393/R and endorsed ExMC WG1 Recommendations 2 and 3 (other ExMC WG1 Recommendations in ExMC/1393/R are covered by the following Decisions).

2018

The Meeting first considered ExMC/1261A/DV and ExMC/1391/Q and then considered ExMC/1389/DV as new Edition 7.0 of IECEx 02, Rules of Procedures – Equipment Scheme and agreed that it proceed to publication as per ExMC WG1 Recommendation #1.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1390/DV as a draft revision of OD 010-2 and agreed that it proceed to publication as per ExMC WG1 Recommendation #1.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1392/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 009 and agreed that it proceed to publication as per ExMC WG1 Recommendation #4 (subject to an editorial correction proposed by GB).

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, US

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting accepted the ExMC WG5 report contained in Document ExMC/1417/R and
- accepted ExMC WG5 Recommendation #1 as amended to read
That New Edition 2.0 of ISO/IEC 80079-34 be applied immediately upon publication with a maximum transition period from Ed 1.0 to 2.0 be no more than 2 year from date of publication of Ed 2.0.
- endorsed ExMC WG5 Recommendation #2 as amended to read
In noting that Ed 2.0 of ISO/IEC 80079-34 will include information covered by OD 005-3 that ExMC approves the withdrawal of OD 005-3 at the completion of the Transition period to Ed 2.0 of ISO/IEC 80079-34.
- endorsed ExMC WG5 Recommendation #3 that the draft new F-001 (as circulated as ExMC(Cannes/ExMC WG5 Convenor)03) be published as new optional F-001 following an editorial review by the Secretariat.

2018

Refer Decision 2018/38

2018

The Meeting accepted a verbal report from the Secretary on the status of the new IEC Standard IEC 62784 - Vacuum cleaners and dust extractors providing equipment protection level Dc for the collection of combustible dusts – Particular requirements, and latest discussions concerning TC 61 and TC 31 and agreed to wait for publication of the amendment to IEC 62784 prior to inclusion in the IECEx 02 Scheme. The Meeting also agreed that Scope Extension requirements will be determined by the IECEx Executive in the interim.

2018

The Meeting accepted the ExMarkCo report contained in Document ExMC/1402/R, confirmed that there are no current matters that require IEC CAB attention regarding misuse.  

2018

The Meeting did not endorse Proposal 2.  The Meeting also agreed that ExMarkCo prepare for next year a justification for retaining the Mark License Scheme at which time ExMC will take a decision whether to continue or close the Scheme.

2018

The Meeting noted and accepted the list of currently accepted IECEx Conformity Mark Licence issuing ExCBs @ https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/conformity-mark/

2018

The Meeting noted the vacancies in ExMarkCo membership as follows:

2018

The Meeting noted the publication of Edition 3.0 of IECEx Guide 01B

2018

The Meeting noted that Mr Duffy will complete his current term at ExMarkCo Chair and as there no other nominations, supported the re-appointment of Mr Duffy as ExMarkCo Chair for a further term commencing 1^st January 2019 according to the provisions of IECEx 01-S.

2018

The Meeting noted and accepted the current IECEx 03 Scheme ExCBs as listed at https://www.iecex.com/information/excbs/service-facilities/

2018

The Meeting accepted the ExSFC report as circulated as ExMC/1397/RM and endorsed all ExSFC Decisions and associated Recommendations to the ExMC.

The meeting also endorsed the proposal that the IECEx Executive review ExSFC membership requirements in view of low participation.

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1399/DV as a draft revision of IECEx 03-5 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1380/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 313-2 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1381/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 313-3 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1382/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 314-2 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1383/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 314-3 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1384/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 316-2 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting considered ExMC/1385/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 316-3 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting noted that Mr Sinclair will complete his first term as ExSFC Chair on 31^st December 2018 and as there were no other nominations, supported the re-appointment of Mr Sinclair as ExSFC Chair for a further term commencing 1^st January 2019 according to the provisions of IECEx 01-S.

2018

The Meeting noted that Mr Erdhuizen will complete his first term as ExSFC Deputy Chair on 31^st December 2018 and as there were no other nominations, supported the re-appointment of Mr Erdhuizen as ExSFC Deputy Chair for a further term commencing 1^st January 2019 according to the provisions of IECEx 01-S.

2018

The Meeting accepted the ExPCC report contained in Document ExMC/1387/RM and endorsed all ExPCC Decisions and Recommendations to this meeting.

2018

The Meeting noted that Mr Thurnherr will complete his first term at ExPCC Chair on 31^st December 2018 and as there are no other nominations, supported the re-appointment of Mr Thurnherr for a second term as ExPCC Chair commencing 1^st January 2019 according to the provisions of IECEx 01-S.

2018

The Meeting noted that Mr Wigg has indicated that he may resign as ExPCC Deputy Chair prior to the completion of his current term on 31^st December 2020.  In the interest of continuity and as part of succession planning, the meeting supported the appointment of Mr John Allen as ExPCC Deputy Chairman elect with his first term to commence upon the resignation of Mr Wigg from this position.

2018

The Meeting considered the draft revision of IECEx OD 521 as circulated as ExMC/1388/DV and agreed that it proceed to publication with inclusion of editorial changes proposed by Dr Munro & Mr Teather (refer ExMC/1388A/DV_Draft on file with the Secretariat).

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting noted a report from the IECEx Secretariat regarding IEC/ILAC/IAF Cooperation.

2018

The Meeting accepted the report contained in Document ExMC/1430/INF and acknowledged that, because there is measuring equipment that falls under the scope of both the IECEx Certified Equipment Scheme and also the OIML-CS Schemes,  there is an opportunity for that OIML and IECEx explore synergies between the two organisations and possibilities’ for cooperation as part of an objective of reducing costs and delays to manufacturers of Ex measuring equipment.

2018

The meeting appreciated an address from the OIML President, Dr Roman Schwartz and noted our thanks for his attendance and support of the IECEx System.

2018

The Meeting supported the formation of a Joint Working Group between IECEx and OIML to explore synergies and areas where the two organisations may be able to cooperate with the aim of making use of existing systems and practices in order to reduce cost and time to market for manufacturers of Ex equipment covered by both IECEx and OIML-CS Certification schemes.  The terms of reference and proposed membership discussed at this meeting was also endorsed.

2018

The Meeting endorsed the proposed change in Convenorship from Mr Steve Bentham of AU to Ms Katy Holdredge of US.  WG2

2018

The Meeting accepted the ExMC WG2 report contained in Document ExMC/1408/R and endorsed all ExMC WG2 Recommendations except Recommendation #3.  In response to the objection to Recommendation #3, the Meeting agreed that it accepts Recommendation #3 on the basis that the Secretariat circulates revised TCDs to ExMC for information.

2018

The Meeting considered the draft revision of IECEx TCD as circulated as ExMC/1409/DV and agreed that it proceed to publication (subject to a change regarding the section for IEC 60079-40, Clauses 5.2.2 and 5.2.3 to remove the asterix in each).

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting accepted the ExMC WG13 report contained in Document ExMC/1403/R.

2018

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, the IEC TC 31 report on IEC TC 31 activities and work since the last ExMC Meeting contained in Document ExMC(Cannes/TC31 Chair)04 as presented by the IEC TC 31 Chairman, Mr Mark Coppler.

2018

The Meeting accepted a report from Mr Thierry Houeix, the Vice Chairman of the European Notified Bodies Group for ATEX, ExNB provided as ExMC(Cannes/ExNB)06 and noted his comment about their commitment to continue to cooperate with the IECEx System.

2018

The Meeting accepted a verbal report on North America from Mr Kelly that covered regulatory, Standards and Certification aspects in offshore (noting direct acceptance of IECEx Certificates by USCG), mining and offshore-non-mining sectors and important changes to imminent new Regulations.

2018

The Meeting, in noting the 2017 Audited Accounts in Document ExMC/1362/DV, approved that they be referred to IEC CAB for acceptance.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting noted the previously approved (by both ExMC and CAB earlier in 2018) the 2019 IECEx Budget (refer CAB/1724/DV)

2018

Members, in noting that a final draft budget for 2020 will be prepared following the end of year results for 2018, taking into account ExMC Members decisions during the 2018 Cannes meeting and issued for ExMC approval early in 2019 and considering the 2019 / 2020 Forecasted Draft Budget Guide contained in Document ExMC/1404/CD, agreed that it can be used as guidance when preparing the draft formal budget for 2020 for approval by ExMC and IEC CAB.

2018

The Meeting considered the draft revision of IECEx OD 019 as circulated as ExMC/1280A/DV and agreed that it proceed to publication and that any invoices be based on documents published after the publication of the revised IECEx OD 019 and does not apply to ‘partial ExTRs’ and that the IECEx Executive to clarify the up-issue of QARs (with reference to ExTAG/164/INF and Clause 4.2.1 of IECEx OD 011-2).   Also noting that Clause 4.4.2 of ExMC/1280A/DV needs to be corrected to 5 year period before publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, HR, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RU, SE, SI, TR, USA

Objections:    GB

Absent: NZ, SG, UAE, HU, RO

Abstaining: ZA

2018

The Meeting noted the reports on the activities and constitutions of ExMC Working Groups and supported the ongoing preference that previous, inactive or disbanded WGs be removed from the IECEx website listings @ https://www.iecex.com/members-area/working-groups/

2018

The Meeting noted, with appreciation, the invitation from UAE regarding their hosting of the 2019 series of IECEx Annual meetings

2018

The Meeting
- Did not support Proposal 1 in ExMC/1401/CD but agreed to consider mechanisms that enable the ExMC meeting to conclude by noon on the final day (eg. IECEx Executive to consider the application of Consent Agenda principles and processes (in accordance with requirements and provisions of IEC CA-01))
- Regarding Proposal 2 the Meeting tasks the ExAG to facilitate greater participation including use of video conferencing and recording.

2018

The meeting noted the confirmed invitations from the following ExMC Members and considered future venues beyond 2023 for Annual Meetings.

2019: United Arab Emirates
2020: QPS, Canada
2021: Japan
2022: United Kingdom
2023: Brazil

2018

The meeting thanked the French National Committee and generous sponsors for their excellent hosting of this meeting and their generous hospitality.

2017

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC President, Mr James M Shannon and noted our thanks for his attendance and support of the IECEx System.

2017

The meeting approved the draft agenda circulated as ExMC/1260C/DA with the following additions as Green Papers for:
-       Agenda Item 5.3
-       Agenda Item 7.2
-       Agenda Item 8.3
-       Agenda Item 13.2
-       Agenda Item 15
-       Agenda Item 18.3

2017

The meeting noted the confirmed minutes of the 2017 ExMC meeting in Umhlanga, South Africa as circulated as ExMC/1197A/RM and confirmed by correspondence.

2017

The Meeting accepted a report from the Secretariat on the actions arising from the 2016 Meeting in Christchurch as circulated as ExMC/1277/R.

2017

The Meeting accepted the Secretariat’s report (circulated as ExMC/1234/R) containing an overview of the IECEx System activities acknowledging the continued and sustained year-by-year growth of the IECEx System.

2017

The Meeting considered and supported the US proposal (as circulated as ExMC/1283/CD) for decisions taken by the IECEx Executive to be reported to the ExMC for endorsement.

2017

The Meeting considered and supported the US proposal (as circulated as ExMC/1283/CD) for an online database of ExMC Decisions and ExTAG Decisions

2017

The Meeting noted at time of closing of call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1213/Inf, only one nomination was received (as circulated as ExMC/1237/Inf), this being for Mr Cole and agreed on submitting Mr Cole as the ExMC nomination for CAB approval.  

2017

The Meeting thanked Dr Zalogin for his service as the outgoing IECEx Vice Chairman.

2017

The Meeting agreed that the US will prepare a proposal for consideration by the IECEx Executive regarding an offset between terms of various IECEx System Officer positions with the Executive to report to the next ExMC Meeting.

2017

The Meeting noted at time of closing of call for nominations circulated as ExMC/1236/Inf only one nomination was received, this being for the re-appointment of Mr Houeix for a second three year term as provided by the IECEx 01 Basic Rules and agreed on submitting Mr Houeix as the ExMC nomination for CAB approval. 

The IECEx membership acknowledges with thanks the contribution of Mr Houeix in his first term.

2017

The meeting appreciated an address from the IEC Vice-President and CAB Chair, Dr Spindler and noted our thanks for his ongoing support of the IECEx System. 

2017

The meeting accepted the Chairman’s summary report on IEC CAB Decisions since the 2016 ExMC meeting (with reference to CAB/1580/DL and CAB/1647/DL). 

2017

The Meeting accepted the Chairman’s summary report on IEC CAB Decisions from the 2017 Geneva meeting. 

2017

The meeting accepted the Chairman’s summary report on IEC CAB Decisions since the 2016 ExMC meeting (with reference to CAB/1580/DL and CAB/1647/DL). 

2017

The Meeting noted the CAB Policy on Peer Assessment (as circulated as IEC CAB-P02:2017) 

2017

The Meeting considered and supported the US comments (as circulated as ExMC/1294/CD) and agreed for ExMC WG4 work to ensure alignment with the IEC CAB-P02:2017 principles

2017

The Meeting considered the revised Draft IECEx Supplement to the IEC Harmonised Basic Rules (as circulated as ExMC/988/DV), the comments provided by FR (as provided as ExMC/Washington/FR/03) and supported the principle of the changes as proposed by US (as presented as ExMC/1284/CD) and requested the IEC CAB approve the following changes to the IECEx Supplement to the IEC Harmonised Basic Rules:

• Clause 7.102
  • “the IECEx System shall use the document distribution contained in IEC CA01 with the exception of ExTAG reports to the ExMC, to enable ExTAG to continue meeting in the same week as ExMC (noting the provision of Clause 7.5)”
• Clause 12.2
  • As proposed by US regarding the extended comment period but not including the proposal regarding the circulation of Secretariat commentary during the period prior to the final vote

and

• Meeting does not support the RU proposal to delete Item b) of Clause 5.101

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

Additionally,

• Regarding US proposal for Clause 8
  • ACTION: Refer this back to US as per Decision 2017/10
• Regarding US proposal for Clause 12.2
  • ACTION: Secretariat to investigate an on-line voting system
• ACTION: Secretariat to include bullet points 1, 2 ,3, 5 and 6 of ExMC/1058/CD  in the Good Practice Working Guide

2017

The Meeting accepted the report provided by Mr Amos (as circulated as ExMC/1258/R) and also noted CAB/1626/R as a report from CAB WG17, Cyber Security.

It was agreed that the IECEx Cyber Security Study Group continue to monitor the work of the IECEE CTF WG and take no decisions regarding IECEx Certification with respect to cyber security matters at this point in time.

2017

The Meeting noted and accepted the current IECEx membership as listed at http://www.iecex.com/directory/bodies/od001.asp

2017

The Meeting noted an update from the Secretariat regarding possible new Countries interested in joining the IECEx.

2017

The Meeting endorsed a report on the acceptance of the listed ExCBs and ExTLs since the last ExMC meeting as presented as ExMC/1273/R

2017

The Meeting endorsed the report detailing the applications for extension of Scope detailed in ExMC/1274/R according to ExMC/271D/Inf.

2017

The Meeting considered the GB discussion paper (as circulated as ExMC/1293/CD) regarding the process for scope extensions and the response to their question regarding the process for a Member Body endorsement of scope extension applications where a Standard is not listed in the IECEx Bulletin matrix for the country in which the applicant resides.

ACTION:
1.     GB to consider providing a proposal for clarification of this process for further consideration by ExMC WG1
2.     Secretariat to include all scope extensions in future reports to ExMC including those subject to voting via correspondence

2017

The Meeting noted the report from the IECEx Chairman on the activities of the IECEx Executive in particular the review of Roles and Responsibilities assigned to the Executive as circulated as IECEx Executive/2017/03R.

2017

The Meeting considered the Executive’s recommendation and commentary regarding IECEx Executive Tasks and Responsibilities as circulated as IECEx Executive/2017/03R.

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/872C/DV as a Revised Proposed list of IECEx Executive Tasks and Responsibilities and agreed that, as recommended by the IECEx Executive, the content be included in an IECEx Operational Document.

 In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

 Objections:    Nil

 Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting accepted a report from the IECEx Secretary on the status of surveillance of accepted ExCBs and ExTLs.

2017

The Meeting endorsed the report detailing the re-assessment reports issued since the 2016 ExMC Meeting in Umhlanga as detailed in ExMC/1275/R.

2017

The Meeting considered the submission from FR as provided as ExMC(Washington/FR)04  and assigned an Action to the Secretariat to include Mid-term assessments in the list of re-assessment reports.

2017

The Meeting noted and accepted the current IECEx 02 Scheme ExCBs and ExTLs as listed at http://www.iecex.com/directory/bodies/od001.asp

2017

The Meeting accepted the ExMC WG1 report contained in Document ExMC/1262/R and endorsed all ExMC WG1 recommendations as amended during this meeting

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1249/DV as new Edition 6.1 of IECEx Rules of Procedures – Equipment Scheme and agreed that it proceed to publication with the editorial amendments proposed by FR.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

Members discussed ExMC/1297/CD and agreed to refer to ExMC WG1 the task of considering guidelines for the cooperation of ExCBs and ExTLs as different organisations

2017

Members discussed ExMC/1250/DV and agreed to refer to ExMC WG1 the task of considering the DE proposal regarding clarity on the terms “QAR” and “QAR Summary”

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1250/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 009 and agreed that it proceed to publication.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

Decision 2017/37

The Meeting considered ExMC/1259/CD as a new IECEx Operational Document on Requirements for ExCBs when suspending or cancelling IECEx Certificates of Conformity and agreed that it proceed to publication with amendment of the title to replace “Guidelines” with “Requirements and Guidelines” and the Secretariat to conduct an editorial review to clarify normative content.   

ACTION:

-       ExMC WG1 requested to consider the matter of QARs in a future revision of this OD.

-       Secretary to conduct editorial review prior to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

Members discussed the UK proposal as circulated as ExMC/1296/CD and agreed to refer this to ExTAG WG1 to implement this proposal.

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1261/CD and agreed to refer the document back to the Working Group for a further review and to resubmit for approval by correspondence.   Secretariat to implement terminology across documentation and other changes as required.

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1251/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 010-2 and agreed that it proceed to publication as Edition 2.0 with editorial amendment to page 16 regarding the use of “ideally  …. either make ….” and to incorporate the GB proposal in ExMC/1296/CD. Secretariat to conduct editorial review.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting accepted the ExMC WG5 report contained in Document ExMC/1263/R and endorsed all ExMC WG5 recommendations to this meeting where not covered by the following Decisions on IECEx Publications (noting a question from UK on Recommendation #2 and an acceptable explanation by Mr Teather).

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1252/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 026 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1264/DV as a revision of IECEx OD 025 and agreed that it proceed to publication as Edition 3.2 with comments raised by BR to be referred to the next ExMC WG5 meeting.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1253/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 005 and agreed that it proceed to publication with a new number in the OD 200 series and specification of which edition of ISO/IEC 80079-34 applies.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered the

• discussion paper (as circulated as ExMC/1290/CD),
• update from Mr Coppler on further work on IEC 62784 and the process for expediting publication of a revision to limit the document to the Ex aspects,
• FR views on where certification should be performed (in which IEC CA System) and that a separate Standard is required for IECEx Certification purposes (Noting that IEC TC31 was involved in the development of IEC 62784 via a joint Working Group of IEC SC61J and IEC TC31),
• US proposal regarding the application of IEC 62784 (as circulated as ExMC/1295/CD),
•  CENELEC TC31 Chair view that IEC 62874 needs further work regarding technical matters

and agreed that the ExMC will reconsider this matter after the revised IEC 62784 outlined by Mr Coppler is published by IEC SC61J (noting IEC TC31 co-convenorship).

Mr Coppler noted that TC31 is undertaking an investigation of the notion of retaining IEC 62784 as an IEC TC61 publication but used by IECEx and also the possibility of moving this publication to IEC TC31

2017

The Meeting accepted the ExMarkCo report contained in Document ExMarkCo/047/R, endorsed the Recommendations and confirmed that there are no current matters that require IEC CAB attention regarding misuse.  

2017

The Meeting noted and accepted the list of currently accepted IECEx Conformity Mark Licence issuing ExCBs @ http://www.iecex.com/directory/bodies/bodies3.asp?id=5 

2017

Decision 2017/48

The Meeting noted the vacancies in ExMarkCo membership as follows:

2017

The Meeting noted the publication of Edition 3.0 of IECEx Guide 01B

2017

The Meeting considered the results of ExMarkCo as circulated ExMarkCo/045A/R and the associated recommendations (refer Decision for Agenda Item 9.1 regarding ExMC/047/R) and agreed the following:

Regarding ExMarkCo Recommendation 1: Increased stakeholder input
The meeting agreed to request ExMC WG13 to consider this as part of promotion

Regarding ExMarkCo Recommendation 2: 
Continue with the Mark Scheme and consider ways of streamlining access to the Mark License based on legal advice including consideration of:
2a Decoupling of ExMark from the ExCB that issued the CoC based on advice from IEC Legal and evaluate the possibility of the License governed by the QAR provider
2b Participation in the ExMark Scheme mandatory by all ExCBs
2c That IECEx embark on targeted marketing, eg working with UNECE
ExMarkCo will report back to ExMC.

2017

The Meeting noted and accepted the current IECEx 03 Scheme ExCBs as listed at http://www.iecex.com/directory/bodies/od001.asp

2017

The Meeting accepted the ExSFC report contained in Document ExSFC/008/RM and endorsed all ExSFC Decisions and associated Recommendations to the ExMC from the 2017 meeting of the ExSFC.

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1265/DV as a draft revision of IECEx 03-4 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1267/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 314-4 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1266/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 313-4 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1269/DV as a draft revision of IECEx 03-5 and agreed that it proceed to publication as amended in response to US comments, concerning adjustments to the Note to Clause 5.5 .

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1268/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 316-4 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1270/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 316-5 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/417C/Q as a draft revision of the IECEx 03 Scheme Application Form and agreed that it proceed to publication for immediate use

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered the draft revision of IECEx TCD 60079-19 as prepared by ExSFC in consultation with ExMC WG2 and agreed that it proceed to publication for immediate use

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The ExSFC Chairman extended his thanks to Mr Amos of the Secretariat for the work in preparing ExSFC documents and publications.

2017

The Meeting accepted the ExPCC report contained in Document ExMC/1230/R and endorsed all ExPCC Decisions and recommendations to this meeting.

2017

The meeting agreed that the ExPCC collect, analyse and use data from ExCBs and the market in decisions and planning for the future of the IECEx CoPC Scheme

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1231/DV as a draft Edition 4.1 of IECEx 05 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1232/DV as a draft revision of IECE OD 501 and agreed that it proceed to publication

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1238/DV as a draft revision of IECE OD 503, noted a comment from the IECEx Executive and agreed that the document proceed to publication with an adjustment to Clause 4.3.5 of the pass mark, now set to 75% and editorial amendments to the associated text regarding PCARs

In favour:  USA, NO, MY, DK, HR, CH, IT, SI, BR, IL, AU, GB, CA, DE, FR, NL, PL, JP, ES, RO, RU, KR

Objections: CN, CZ

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA, HU

Abstained: FI, IN 

2017

The Meeting instructed the ExPCC to expedite the implementation of the IECEx Question Bank either in its current form or with the management software as specified and to report this to the next ExMC meeting.

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1276/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 521 and agreed that it proceed to publication as amended during this meeting.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting agreed to appoint Mr Wigg to serve one further term (commencing 1 January 2018) as ExPCC Deputy Chairman. 

The IECEx membership acknowledges with thanks the contribution of Mr Wigg in his first term.

2017

The Meeting considered the Assessment Report for Trainor (Norway) as circulated as ExMC/1288/DV and agreed that Trainor be accepted as an ExCB in the IECEx 05 Certificate for Personal Competence Scheme.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting noted a report from the IECEx Secretariat regarding IEC/ILAC/IAF Cooperation.

2017

The Meeting noted that Edition 5 of the IECEx Bulleting is now available

2017

The Meeting accepted the report from the ExMC WG2 Deputy Convenor, Ms Katy Holdredge as circulated as ExMC/1254/R and agreed for the TCD to proceed to publication.

2017

The Meeting considered the report from ExMC/WG4 (as circulated as ExMC/1247/R) and also ExMC/1271/DV as a summary of voting and noted the publication of all of the listed documents listed in ExMC/1271/DV.

2017

The Meeting considered the proposal in ExMC/Washington/Executive/08 regarding the establishment of an IECEx Ex Assessment Group and agreed that

1. There is value in considering converting ExMC WG4 in its current form into a more permanent group, and in view of this
2. ACTION: Secretariat to consult with the IECEx Executive regarding Executive membership for the Convenor of the new group and update ExMC/Washington/Executive/08 as necessary
3. Members be invited to consider an updated version of ExMC/Washington/Executive/08 and the results of this to be reported to members following a review by the Executive
4. ACTION: Secretariat to issue the document to ExMC for comment

2017

The Meeting accepted the report from Mr Agius as Acting Convenor of ExMC WG13 (as presented as ExMC/1272/R) and endorsed all ExMC WG13 recommendations 

2017

The Meeting accepted a report from Prof Xu Jianping, ExTAG Chairman on the 2017 ExTAG (Ex Testing and Assessment Group) Meeting and associated ExTAG Training Workshop as published as ExTAG(Washington/ExTAGChairman)05.

2017

Three year introduction period be allowed for implementation of OD 207 and assessors requested to raise observations on compliance with this OD

2017

The Meeting agreed that ExTAG recirculate DS 2017/003.

2017

The Meeting agreed that Prof Xi Jianping serve one further term (commencing 1 January 2018) as ExTAG Chairman.  The IECEx membership acknowledges with thanks the contribution of Prof Xu Jianping in his first term.

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1273/DV as an Update/Revision to IECEx OD 024 (as proposed by ExTAG WG6) and agreed that it proceed to publication (noting that there are areas that can be improved with a subsequent revision and the Secretariat will issue a call for comments to support work on the revision – this revision is a priority under the interim convenorship of the Secretary).   IECEE OD 2048 was noted in the consideration of ExMC/1273/DV.

The meeting noted the GB concerns regarding the definition of “third party”

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1292/DV as an Update/Revision to IECEx OD 202 (as proposed by a special Working Group meeting held in May 2017 and subsequently endorsed by the 2017 ExTAG Meeting) and agreed that it proceed to publication.  

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting accepted, with thanks, the IEC TC 31 report on IEC TC 31 activities and work since the last ExMC Meeting contained in Document ExMC(Washington/TC31 Chairman)07 as presented by the IEC TC 31 Chairman, Mr Mark Coppler.

2017

The Meeting accepted a report from Mr Thierry Houeix, the Vice Chairman of the European Notified Bodies Group for ATEX, ExNB provided as ExMC(Washington/ExNB)09 and noted his comment about their commitment to continue to cooperate with the IECEx System.

2017

The Meeting accepted verbal reports from Mr Coppler regarding PCIC North America and Mr Amos on PCIC Middle East regarding presentations on standards development and conformity assessment.

2017

The Meeting, in noting the 2016 audited accounts in Document ExMC/1220/DV, approved that they be referred to IEC CAB for acceptance.

In favour: AU, BR, CA, CH, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, HR, HU, IL, IN, IT, JP, KR, MY, NL, NO, PL, RO, RU, SI, USA

Objections:    Nil

Absent: NZ,SE, SG, TR, UAE, ZA

2017

The Meeting noted the previously approved (by both ExMC and CAB earlier in 2017) the 2018 IECEx Budget (refer CAB/1609/DV)

2017

Members, in noting the 2019 / 2020 Forecasted Draft Budget Guide contained in Document ExMC/1279/CD, agreed that it can be used as guidance when preparing the draft formal budget for 2019 for approval by ExMC and IEC CAB.

2017

The Meeting considered ExMC/1280/DV as a draft revision of IECEx OD 019 and proposed that as an alternative (that would achieve the same objectives in a more manageable way) fees be applied to all new QARs and ExTRs and possibly other forms of certification (eg. ATEX provided via a QAR).   It was agreed that the Executive consider the comments from this meeting and prepare a proposal for consideration at the next ExMC Meeting.

2017

The US comments in ExMC/1289/CD be referred to the ExMC WG1 for consideration and reporting at the next ExMC Meeting

2017

The Meeting noted the reports on the activities of ExMC Working Groups and agreed a preference that previous, inactive or disbanded WGs be removed from the IECEx website. 

2017

The Meeting noted, with appreciation, the presentation by FR regarding their hosting of the 2018 series of IECEx meetings

2017

The meeting agreed that ExMC WG4 be asked to consider the implications of the pending revision of ISO/IEC 17025 

2017

The meeting noted the confirmed invitations from the following ExMC Members and considered future venues beyond 2023 for Annual Meetings.

2018: France
2019: United Arab Emirates
2020: Canada
2021: Tokyo
2022: UK
2023: BR

2017

The meeting thanked the US for their excellent hosting of this meeting and their generous hospitality.