DSEAR

DSEAR is the UK implementation of the European Union ATEX directive.

The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 ( DSEAR )

The intention of the Regulation is to reduce the risk of a fatality or serious injury resulting from a "dangerous substance" igniting and potentially exploding. Examples of a "dangerous substance" as defined by DSEAR include sawdust, ethanol vapours, and hydrogen gas. The regulation is enforceable by the HSE or local authorities.

See also

• Health and safety regulations in the United Kingdom
• ATEX directive
• Area classification
• Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas
• Equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
• Intrinsic safety
• HSEQ

External links

• [http://www.atexinspections.com Information on DSEAR risk assessment & compliance
• DSEAR
• Inglewood Engineering - Hazardous Area Legislation Introduction
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