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DSEAR LEGISLATION & RISK ASSESSMENT

What does DSEAR and ATEX stand for?

DSEAR and ATEX are abbreviations for The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR) and Explosive Atmospheres Directive 99/92/EC (ATEX 137) which are enforced by the HSE and Local Authorities, Fire Brigades and Petroleum Licensing Authorities.

What is the significance of DSEAR and ATEX legislation?

DSEAR and ATEX are a set of regulations recently introduced to protect people from fires, explosive atmospheres and similar events arising from dangerous substances used in the workplace. A legal responsibility has been placed upon employers to provide their workers with protection in line with the details described by DSEAR / ATEX. When do the regulations come into force?

The regulations came into force in December 2002 and a transitory period commenced on the 1st July 2003 and will complete on the 30th June 2006 on target for full compliance.

Who does DSEAR / ATEX legislation effect?

The DSEAR / ATEX regulations apply to all employers and the self employed.

DSEAR / ATEX is most applicable to many industries including chemical manufacture, processing, petrochemical industry offshore and onshore, handling manufacture and storage of bulk powders, petrol, flammable liquids, mining and other dangerous substances. Industries that hold high risk rates in relation to danger from fire, explosive atmospheres and exothermic reactions etc will need to comply with these regulations.

How can PROjEN help you comply with this DSEAR / ATEX legislation?

To help employers and the self-employed assess their compliance needs, PROjEN has introduced a new Business Improvement Product to provide clients with real benefits, which ultimately outlines the requirements of the DSEAR and ATEX regulations and the compliance details that relate to your companies needs.

PROjEN Risk Assessment

PROjEN have a team of experienced engineers conversant with the requirements of ATEX and DSEAR and have a track record of giving risk assessments for clients in the food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. DSEAR risk assessments include potentially explosive atmospheres relating to powders, dusts, flammable liquids or vapours. PROjEN can assist you with:

DSEAR risk assessment Documentation and Records related directly to DSEAR/ ATEX compliance's

Hazardous Area Classification and Drawings
Advice on Elimination and Mitigation of Risks
Design and Implementation of Explosion Prevention and Prevention Measures
Safety Training Related to Accidents, Incidents and Emergencies
Selection of Equipment according to the Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 1996 (EPS)
Definition of the Basis for Safety for Potentially Dangerous Processes, Risk assessments of workplaces are required under the management of Health and Safety Work Regulations 1999.

Remember - existing workplaces must meet the DSEAR and ATEX requirements by July 2006!

Who will enforce DSEAR / ATEX?

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will enforce the regulations in Industrial Premises, with the regulations being enacted upon under the Health and Safety at work regulations 1974. Since June 2003 the HSE have issued 19 prohibition notices to industries requiring action to conform to the DSEAR regulations.

Local Authorities, Fire Brigades and Petroleum Licensing Authorities will also be closely involved in ensuring compliance.

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Information about DEASR ATEX legislation - www.dsear-regulations.co.uk