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Classified Areas

Classified areas include facilities with a risk of explosion or fire due to the presence of flammable materials.

These facilities require rigorous design and inspection processes to comply with electrical safety regulations. Proper design ensures that the electrical system is safe to operate in areas at risk of explosion or fire. Some examples of these areas are:

• Fuel service stations

• Pumping stations

• Gas or fuel storage stations

• Oil wells and INSHORE - OFFSHORE facilities

• OIL & GAS industry facilities

• Facilities with dust hazards

• Breweries

• Wheat, rice, and other grain silos

• Paint processing and spraying areas

• Industrial facilities with combustible fiber risks

• Textile plants

• Lumber mills

• CLASS I – CLASS II – CLASS III locations

• Zone 0 – 1 – 2 locations

Generation System

The power generation system comprises different sources that are interconnected with the national grid (STN). Each type of generation requires specific design and periodic inspection to ensure optimal operation and compliance with electrical safety regulations. Proper design must address the particular characteristics of each energy source, from wind and solar facilities to hydroelectric plants, ensuring system protection and energy efficiency. Some of these sources include:

• Interconnected with the national grid (STN)

Generation types:

• Wind power

• Gas – Oil – Crude

• Coal

• Biodigesters – Biomass

• Hydroelectric

• Solar Parks

Transmission System

The transmission system is essential for transporting electrical energy from generation centers to distribution and consumption centers.

The design and inspection of these systems are critical to ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of electrical transmission. Each type of installation presents specific technical challenges that must be evaluated by experts. This system operates at high voltage and is composed of:

High Voltage

• High Voltage Substations 57.5kV to 500kV

• GIS Type

• Outdoor Type

• High Voltage Lines 57.5kV to 500kV

• Underground

• Submarine

• Overhead

End-Use Installations

End-use installations are those where electrical energy is directly consumed, and they vary depending on their environment and application.

Each type of installation requires a safe and efficient electrical design, as well as rigorous technical inspection to comply with regulations such as RETIE, ensure the protection of people and equipment, and guarantee service continuity. These installations are classified into:

• Residential

• Apartments

• Houses

• Commercial

• Veterinary Clinics

• Clothing Stores

• Restaurants

• Commercial Booths (Retail Kiosks)

• Industrial

• Glass Factories

• Metallurgical Plants

• Product Packaging Facilities

• Packaged Equipment

Distribution System

The distribution system is responsible for delivering electrical energy from substations to end users.

Proper design and technical inspection of these systems are essential to ensure electrical safety, operational efficiency, and compliance with regulations such as RETIE and RETILAP. This system operates at medium and low voltage and can adopt different configurations depending on the environment and application:

Medium and Low Voltage Distribution Networks

• Overhead

• Underground

• Pole-mounted

• Pedestal or Garden

• Outdoor Yard

• Underground – Semi-submersible

• Operation, Control, and Command Rooms

• Indoor and Outdoor Installations

Special End-Use Installations

Special end-use installations require a more rigorous technical approach due to their particular operating, safety, and regulatory conditions.

These installations must comply with specific requirements of RETIE and other technical standards, as they involve additional electrical risks, humidity conditions, critical equipment, or the presence of large numbers of people. These installations include:

• Swimming Pools

• Fire Protection Networks

• Emergency Systems

• Elevators

• Electric Vehicle Chargers

• Backup Power Plants

• Overhead Cranes

• High Occupancy Areas

• Poultry Farms – Fish Farms

Medical Installations

Medical installations require highly specialized electrical design, as they involve sensitive equipment, service continuity, and patient safety.

These areas must strictly comply with RETIE and other hospital safety regulations, taking into account aspects such as backup systems, technical grounding, equipotential zones, and electrical continuity. These installations include:

• Medical Offices

• Dental Offices

• Diagnostic Offices

• Monitoring and Care Rooms

• Operating Rooms

• Recovery Rooms

• ICU-Type Rooms (Intensive Care Units)

Lighting Installations

Lighting installations are essential for ensuring visibility, safety, and comfort in various types of spaces, both indoor and outdoor. These installations must comply with RETILAP requirements, ensuring energy efficiency and appropriate lighting levels.

Each application requires precise technical design, aligned with the required illumination levels, the use of efficient technology, and glare control. They are classified into:

Indoor Installations

• Offices

• Medical Offices

• Auditoriums

• Theaters

• Tunnels

Outdoor Installations

• Sports Fields

• Public Roads

• Parks

• Monuments

Consulting Specialists

As technical and regulatory consulting specialists, Gesthor provides comprehensive support to companies in the electrical sector through key services focused on compliance and continuous improvement.

Thanks to its experience and specialized approach, Gesthor manages efficient and safe processes in accordance with current regulations, becoming a strategic partner for electrical projects that demand quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The consulting areas include:

• Internal

• Internal Audits, Inspection Bodies

• Management System Updates

• Product Audits for Electrical Compliance with RETIE – RETILAP – RITEL

• Design Strategies

• Conceptual Engineering

• Basic Engineering

• Detailed Engineering

Renewal of Inspection Report, Re-Certification

At Gesthor, we manage and verify that your electrical installations meet all technical and regulatory requirements to obtain or renew RETIE certification within the established validity period.

Our specialized technical team conducts a comprehensive and detailed assessment, ensuring regulatory compliance, installation safety, and the operational continuity of your projects. The projects subject to inspection report renewal include:

Report Renewal, Re-Certification

• Generation

• Transmission

• Explosive Atmospheres

• Distribution

• End-Use

• Special End-Use

• Healthcare Facilities

• Indoor Lighting

• Outdoor Lighting

Electrical Risk Assessments

Electrical risk assessments are essential processes for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential failures in regulatory compliance and the safety of electrical installations.

With this methodology, Gesthor enables its clients to make informed, corrective decisions that ensure operational continuity, legal compliance, and the protection of people and assets, offering a technical and strategic approach that includes:

Electrical Risk

• Detection of Non-Compliance Findings

• Risk Criticality Matrix

• Analysis of Potential Regulatory Deviations

• Verification of Minimum Impact: Risk, Cost, and Benefit

Electrical Measurements

Electrical measurements are essential for assessing the condition, performance, and safety of installations. Gesthor offers a comprehensive portfolio of specialized services that allow for diagnosing actual conditions and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

These measurements help identify risks, prevent failures, optimize the performance of the electrical system, and ensure compliance with standards such as RETIE and RETILAP. These measurements include:

• Grounding

• Soil Resistivity

• Continuity

• Load Analysis

• Electromagnetic Fields

• Step and Touch Voltage

• Transformer Testing

• Insulation Testing

• Thermography

• Visual Inspection of Electrical Networks Using Drones

The experience with Gesthor was exceptional. Their team demonstrated great professionalism and expertise in electrical regulations. Highly recommended for any project!

Juan Pérez

★★★★★