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Be aware In part one of a two part series,Marcus Rees highlights DSEAR requirements and discusses control measures to minimise risks
undertaken under the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations 2002 (DSEAR). This article is therefore intended to provide an introduction to DSEAR requirements, including frequently asked questions, showing ways in which they may apply to and affect your business. To be discussed also will be some of the
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control measures that should be in place to minimise the risks posed to those storing and using substances that fall under the scope of DSEAR and need an assessment to be undertaken.
What is DSEAR?
DSEAR came into effect on 9 December 2002 and the legislation provides for protection against risks from fire, explosion and similar events arising from dangerous substances stored, used and handled in the workplace. It sets minimum requirements for the protection
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ANY BUSINESS owners and responsible persons are not aware of the legal requirement to have an assessment
of workers from fi re and explosion risks related to dangerous substances and potentially explosive atmospheres. The regulations are concerned with the harmful physical effects from thermal radiation (burns), over pressure effects (blast injuries) and oxygen depletion effects (asphyxiation) arising from fi res or explosions. In addition to the primary risk to life, additional considerations under DSEAR include harmful effects to the environment, wildlife and nearby built environments. In terms of approved codes of practice, DSEAR complements the general requirement to manage risks under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, and addresses risks to a person’s safety from dangerous substances, as opposed to risk to health, which is addressed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). DSEAR applies when the following conditions are satisfi ed: • work is being carried out by an employer or self employed person
• a dangerous substance is present or is liable to be present at the workplace
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