The following standard can be referred to for designing gas detection systems:
- IEC 60079 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas Atmospheres
 - EEMUA 191 Alarm Systems – A Guide to Design, Management and Procurement
 - EN 50054/56/57/58 Electrical Apparatus for the Detection and Measurement of Combustible Gases
 - ISA RP 12.13.03 Recommended Practice for the Installation, Operation and Maintenance of Combustible Gas Detection Instrument
 
