Explosion Protection Experts in Germany
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Robert Poljak
Last position:
Independent Risk & Safety Management Expert
- Safety concepts: high-level safety philosophies, active & passive fire protection philosophies and HSE management plans
- Project & engineering management
- Explosion protection & area classification (ATEX)
- Active and passive fire protection system design
- Evacuation & escape route planning
- Lead risk assessment workshops (HAZID, HAZOP and SIL)
- Fire & explosion risk assessments (FERA) and quantitative risk assessments (QRA)
Nico Hirsing
Last position:
Project Manager Engineering/CapEx/Process Engineering at Sanofi
- Planning, URS/requirements and stakeholder management for a new Greenfield QC building 4000 m²
- Project realization
Rahman Degermenci
Last position:
Accident Repair, Painting Work and Hail Damage at CarTech Manufaktur
- Integration/implementation of an MS Office environment including structure, governance, and rollout support
- Implementation and configuration of SharePoint
- Development of document management standards
- Development of an authorization and access concept including compliance and data protection requirements
- Training, quick guides, and support for sustainable use
Ralf Hirsch
Last position:
HSE Manager at Hitachi Energy
- New build of a converter station in Nortorf/Wilster for Tennet.
- Supervision and coordination of the companies involved in the project.
- Advice and support for the commissioning project management on all occupational and fire safety issues.
- Instruction of companies and their employees about the project specifics during commissioning.
- Requesting and collecting job descriptions and associated risk assessments.
- Supervision and issuing of work permits for respective tasks.
- Monitoring compliance with legal requirements for occupational and fire safety on construction sites.
- Maintaining incident statistics and analyzing incidents.
- Regular inspections and documentation.
- Conducting kick-off meetings with client and contractors.
- Monitoring and ensuring compliance with specific work details.
- Monitoring and ensuring proper protective measures during work.
Andreas Linder
Last position:
Freelancer for Quality, Environmental and Occupational Safety Management at Freelancer
- Rheinmetall Aviation Services, Weeze, in Quality IT Design: development of quality software, consulting and coordination between Rheinmetall, Siemens and MM1 for the F35 Joint Fighter project in Weeze
- PDSL / Bentley (United Kingdom) in galvanic quality management: troubleshooting and problem solving for galvanized plastic surfaces
- Wolt (food), nationwide pre-requisite ISO22002 assessments for food storage warehouses, HACCP/hygiene consulting
Eckart Hillenkamp
Last position:
Founder at AREGUS Services
- Consulting for industrial companies in the area of legal compliance (EHSQ), i.e. for safety, environmental and health protection, and management topics
- Explosion protection for Bayer AG, DB Cargo (Deutsche Bahn), Siemens, H.G.S., Dehn SE, Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik and Eickhoff Gießerei
- Consulting on explosion protection
- Preparation of explosion protection documents and training of competent persons for the inspection of systems in Ex areas
- Consulting projects for Cölner Benzin Raffinerie, AECI Schirm, Aglukon, Aixtron
- EC conformity assessment procedures according to the Machinery Directive, ATEX and Low Voltage Directive (risk assessment and CE marking, machine safety)
- Fire and explosion protection for Marienhospital BOT
- Assessment of older machines at H.G.S. (CHP plants)
- EC conformity assessment procedures for REMONDIS, Josef Meissner, Huber Technology and Milag paint booths
- Consulting services on machine safety for ENGIE, Aixtron and BASF
- Consulting projects for Ruthmann aerial work platforms, Hydac and Sika
- Projects for ABA Pyrotechnik and confidential projects for the defense industry
- Project support for the new construction of hazardous substance storage and interim safety specialist for FIEGE HealthCare Logistics GmbH
- Hazardous substance management for chemical plant manufacturers, chemical companies and the sugar industry (Südzucker, Beneo Palatint)
- PAAG procedures, risk assessments and EC conformity assessment procedures for plant safety
- Coaching of safety specialists and organizational optimization at H.G.S., Aglukon, Fiege Biblis, Pentair and the University of Mainz
- Auditor for management systems (SpaEfV, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001, sustainability) at TÜV Nord, TÜV Saar, SGS, GUTcert, Qualidata, BerlinCert and azmZert
- Introduction of QM, EM, EnM, OSH and DP at Schäfer Shop
- Introduction of an IMS (QM, EM, OSH) at Stiga GmbH
- Redesign of the environmental management software from InPlus GmbH and consulting on the introduction of ISO 45001 at Jung Pumpen
- Quality optimization processes for Audi AG and technical process optimization at Bugatti Automobiles
- Consulting in painting processes at Weiss Automotive GmbH
- Optimization of chemical process workflows at Basista Leiterplatten GmbH and logistics and quality optimization for Audi AG at Gruppo Prima in Italy
- Interim H&S Manager for Media-Saturn Holding group and support for integrated management systems at FIEGE Unna GmbH & Co. KG
- Occupational safety at H.G.S., EVO – Energieversorgung Oberhausen AG, FIEGE Logistik Biblis GmbH, as well as external safety engineer and quality manager at IAG GmbH and WespAG
- External consultant for occupational safety and environmental protection at Köppen GmbH, various metal processing companies, Hollingsworth & Vose, ROM – Rudolf Otto Meyer and Venator
- BG-certified trainer for safety engineer training (machine safety, explosion protection, fire and explosion protection, hazardous substances)
- Speaker for specialist seminars at Haus der Technik, VCI, TÜV Nord Akademie, SGS Academy, LVQ, Akademie der Ingenieure and BBG
- Lecture on zoning in explosion protection at the University of Wuppertal
- Measurement services: WHO fiber measurements, technical measurement of inhalation exposure according to TRGS 402, mold analysis and noise measurements
- Support with approval procedures for new construction and approval of hazardous substance storage facilities and painting systems at IAG and Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik
- Development of exclusive services: near-miss reporting system software, behavior-based safety system (VBS), psychological occupational safety system, 5S (Kaizen), hazardous substance register software, data protection support
- Functional safety (PL according to DIN EN ISO 13849-1, SIL according to IEC/EN 62061 and IEC/EN 61511)
- PAAG procedures (HAZOP studies)
- Lead auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 45001
- Measurement of airborne pollutants (TRGS 400, 402), noise measurements, health management and stress and burnout prevention
- Training: EC conformity assessment procedures/CE marking, machine safety, plant safety, functional safety, explosion protection, hazardous substances officer, fire and explosion protection, leadership seminars, PPE against falls from height, certification training for aerial work platforms, forklifts and cranes
- Talks and specialist articles from 1994 to 2024 at materials science conferences, Essen Explosion Protection Days, Bergische Universität Wuppertal, FORUM occupational safety chemistry and publications in TÜV environmental management advisor, Mikrokosmos and other trade journals
Eberhard Löll
Last position:
Competent Person for Explosion Protection at Ölwerke Schindler
Development of an explosion protection concept for a planned pilot plant
Arzu Dönmez
Last position:
Electrical specialist for specified tasks on HV systems above 25V AC/60V DC in vehicles at Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Bildungsakademie
- Hybrid and high-voltage technology: facts, potentials and operating principles compared
- Function and theoretical structure of high-voltage components
- Calculations related to high-voltage components used in current projects
- Electromagnetic compatibility; explosion protection
- Standards for hybrid vehicles (DIN/ISO), technical regulations (VDE) and directives
- Operational practice – handling hybrid vehicles and high-voltage components at BMW
- Safety concepts and secure component design
- Measurements on hybrid vehicles and/or high-voltage components
- Measuring equipment and procedures for safe setup during development
- Hands-on practice with hybrid vehicles and/or high-voltage components
- Example creation and execution of various specified tasks
- Troubleshooting and functional tests, maintenance, special situations
- BMW driving authorization for hybrid test vehicles
Prerequisite for work on hybrid and HV systems is the documentation of specified tasks by the responsible supervisor/qualified electrical specialist in connection with a risk assessment. The listed tasks may only be performed in conjunction with an adapted function or workplace description, observing the applicable electrical engineering regulations.
Michael Scherer
Last position:
Electrical Technician / Master Electrician
- 21 years of experience in the chemical/petrochemical industry in planning, installation, execution and commissioning
- Operation and control desk for German Aviation and Space Technology in Lampoldshausen (Eplan 5.5-5.7)
- Retrofit and commissioning of a gel furnace for Audi in Neckarsulm (Eplan 5.5-5.7)
- Mercury separation plant at MHD in Duisburg (Eplan 5.5-5.7)
- Fine zinc washing plant at MHD in Duisburg (Eplan 5.5-5.7)
- Gas, measuring and control systems in Cairo, Egypt (Eplan P8)
- Automation of a gas rail switching system in Suez, Egypt (Eplan P8)
- Planning and project engineering of a sludge incineration plant in St. Petersburg, Russia (Eplan P8)
- Planning and project engineering of a sludge incineration plant in Belfast, Northern Ireland (Eplan P8)
- Planning and project engineering of a gas, measuring and control system in Malmö, Sweden (Eplan P8)
- Pilot plant test setup for Outotec's Enefit facility in Frankfurt
- Eight pumping systems with redundant S7-400H control by Sulzer in Bruchsal (Eplan P8)
- Eplan projects for Intervet in Leverkusen (Eplan P8)
- Plant and automation concept for a lubricating oil production plant in Kaiserslautern (Eplan P8)
- Planning of battery test benches for Akasol in Darmstadt (Eplan P8)
- Planning and commissioning of various remote control pump stations and gas stations for RheinEnergie (Amperesoft ProPlan; 2003-2008, 2012-2014, since 2023)
- Planning and project engineering of Project Poly 9 for Wacker Chemie in Nünchritz using COMOS-PT (2 years)
- Planning for Wacker Burghausen (COMOS-PT; 2 years)
- Retrofit of HIMA safety concept for the Vinnolit plant in Cologne (Prodok; 2 years)
- Planning for the process industry at BASF site in Ludwigshafen (Prodok; since 2023)
- Project management and leadership of planning teams at SGL Carbon in Augsburg for plant conversions to PCS7-H (Eplan P8)
- Project management for Linde AG in Duisburg, conversion of air separation plants to PCS7-H (Eplan P8)
- Sinter plant in India with ABB control system (Eplan P8)
- Paper sludge incineration at Eren Çorlu in Turkey (Eplan P8)
- Flue gas cleaning at LKAB in Sweden (Eplan P8)
- Contact person for an automation concept at the Frankfurt/Höchst chemical park (Eplan P8)
- Experience in explosion protection, including calculation of intrinsic safety proof
- Experience in electrical engineering, design of switchgear
- Experience in commissioning of process engineering and chemical plants
Stephan Vogt
Last position:
Gaswerke Etzel
- Create bill of quantities
- Obtain quotes
- Evaluate quotes
- On-site inspections for projects
- Select instrumentation
- Documentation
- Cable lists
- Migrated folder system to a database system
Norbert Fiebig
Last position:
Electrical Engineer / EPLAN Specialist / Instrumentation & Control Planner at Technisches Büro Fiebig GmbH
Planning & documentation of electrical systems with EPLAN P8 (all versions incl. 2.9), Fluid & Cogineer
Migrations: EPLAN 5.7 → P8, PLC S5 → S7
Instrumentation & control technology, power distribution, control cabinet construction
Standards-compliant documentation, form & report design
Article/macro database maintenance, standardization via macros & Cogineer
Excel-based data pipelines for automated plan creation and measurement point processing
Revisions
Commissioning exclusively with own project planning or integration into the client's planning team
Industries: chemical, automotive, energy, infrastructure, food, mechanical engineering
Tools & systems**
Available at Technisches Büro Fiebig GmbH: EPLAN P8 (incl. Fluid), EPLAN Cogineer, Excel-based data processing for technical interfaces, Office software tools
Other mastered tools (provided by client): AutoCAD, WSCAD, SEE Electrical, Caddy++, SAP, systems for explosion protection & functional safety (e.g. Pepperl+Fuchs)
Project preferences**
Focus on planning, documentation, standardization
No PLC field programming or pure software development
No site management or classic electrical installation
Commissioning only with active planning responsibility
Prefer projects with technical depth and clear structure
Michael Herrmann
Last position:
Assistant to the Managing Director at Immobilien Service HM
- Designing processes and templates
- Business management
- IT administration
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Statistics of experts using Explosion Protection
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
26 years
Position duration
7.1 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Quality Assurance, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Chemical, Manufacturing, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Operations, Quality Assurance, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
57%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, Serbian
Speak two or more languages
83%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using Explosion Protection
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
What it covers
Explosion protection is the work of preventing ignition in areas with flammable gases, vapours or dust. It includes zone classification, equipment selection, grounding, and safe operating rules for plants that must keep ignition sources under control.
Typical work
- Hazardous area classification and Ex zone concepts
- Selection of ATEX and IECEx equipment
- Intrinsic safety and other protection methods
- Documentation for inspections, audits, and handover
- Support for changes, upgrades, and incident reviews
Core standards
Strong specialists know the practical difference between ATEX and IECEx, and when each one applies. They work with protection types such as flameproof enclosures, pressurization, intrinsic safety, and increased safety, then map them to the real installation.
Where it is used
Explosion protection matters in chemical plants, oil and gas facilities, tank farms, pharmaceutical production, food processing, and dust-handling systems. In Germany, companies often need experts who can work with local teams on site, read technical documents in English or German, and adapt designs to plant conditions.
When to bring in help
Companies bring in freelance experts when a project needs a quick assessment, a design review, or support during an expansion or retrofit. It also helps when internal teams need a second pair of eyes on Ex documentation, equipment lists, or safe maintenance procedures.
What strong specialists deliver
A good expert does more than name standards. They check assumptions, spot unsafe substitutions, and make decisions traceable for operations, maintenance, and compliance. They also coordinate with engineering, electrical, safety, and inspection teams without slowing the project down.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Explosion Protection, in one place.
Explosion protection helps prevent ignition in areas where gases, vapours, or dust can create an explosive atmosphere. It is used to classify zones, choose suitable equipment, and define safe installation and maintenance rules. The goal is to reduce ignition risk without stopping production.
ATEX is not the same thing as explosion protection, but it is one of the main frameworks used for it in Europe. A strong specialist understands ATEX equipment rules, area classification, and how they connect to the overall protection concept. In international projects, IECEx often comes into the discussion as well.
A strong Explosion Protection specialist usually also knows electrical safety, hazardous area classification, and industrial documentation. Experience with inspection routines, equipment marking, and plant maintenance is very useful. In practice, the best people can talk clearly with operations, engineering, and HSE teams.
A good explosion protection expert can add value quickly if the scope is clear. They should understand the process media, the plant area, existing equipment, and the approval path. For larger brownfield work, they may need more time to review old drawings and site conditions.
IECEx becomes important when a project goes beyond one regional market or needs a globally recognized equipment and certification approach. It is often weighed alongside ATEX, especially for exporters and multinational plants. A practical specialist knows when the two overlap and when they do not.
Many Explosion Protection tasks can start remotely, such as document review, zone concept updates, or equipment checks. On-site work is often needed for inspections, plant walkthroughs, and verifying how equipment is actually installed. In Germany, a mixed setup is common because plant access and team coordination both matter.
A good ATEX or explosion protection specialist gives clear reasons for each decision, not just standard names. Look for traceable documentation, realistic site questions, and an ability to explain trade-offs between safety, maintainability, and cost. Strong professionals also notice when a design choice creates problems later during inspection or repair.
With Explosion Protection, companies often ask for zone classification, equipment selection, or a review of existing protection concepts. They may also need support for upgrades, audits, incident follow-up, or training materials for plant staff. The best freelancers can handle both technical details and the paperwork around them.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Explosion Protection in their recent projects is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 840 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Explosion Protection in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 57% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Explosion Protection in their recent projects have 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 7.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Explosion Protection in their recent projects are German (100%), English (75%), and Serbian (8%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Explosion Protection in their recent projects are Chemical (75%), Manufacturing (75%), and Automotive (42%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Explosion Protection in their recent projects are Quality Assurance (83%), Project Management (75%), and Operations (67%).
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