DSEAR

Dec 14, 2021

What is DSEAR and Why is it Important?

The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations 2002 , or DSEAR for short, were brought into force to require employers to review all potential risks to people (employees and others) whose safety may be at risk of fires and explosions caused by dangerous substances in the workplace.

What Are Dangerous Substances?

Under the legislation, the term dangerous substance is interpreted as:

• A substance or preparation which may be explosive, flammable, highly flammable or oxidising
• A substance or preparation that creates a workplace ris...