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DSEAR Assessment

A DSEAR Assessment is a critical inspection designed to identify, evaluate, and control risks from dangerous substances that could cause fire, explosion, or similar events in the workplace. Conducting a thorough DSEAR Assessment demonstrates your business’s commitment to legal compliance, health and safety, and robust risk management – trusted by clients, partners, and regulators across high-risk industries. With effective DSEAR management, you protect your workforce, prevent costly incidents, and ensure your site meets stringent regulatory requirements. Compliancy Group guides you through every step – making DSEAR compliance clear, practical, and a genuine business advantage.

Why Choose Compliancy Group?

We understand the complexities of DSEAR regulations and hazardous substance management. Our team brings hands-on experience with risk assessments, control measures, and sector-specific compliance strategies.

No one-size-fits-all here. Whether you need an initial DSEAR assessment, documentation support, ongoing monitoring, or compliance advice, our services are fully customised to your operations. We offer flexible support packages—from essential guidance to comprehensive on-site consultancy.

We work exclusively with UKAS-accredited certification bodies and maintain a 100% pass rate for compliance assessments. Our clients trust us to deliver results that stand up to audit and regulatory scrutiny—helping you achieve, maintain, and leverage DSEAR compliance for business growth.

Compliance shouldn’t slow you down. We help you build safer environments, reduce fire and explosion risks, and improve operational efficiency – so you can focus on your core business.

You’ll work directly with our expert team, including leadership involvement from our CEO. We pride ourselves on responsive communication, clear guidance, and ongoing support throughout your compliance journey.

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DSEAR Assessment Benefits for Your Business

Demonstrate compliance to secure contracts in high-risk sectors.

Show your commitment to workplace safety and legal responsibilities.

Minimise the risk of fire, explosions, and costly liabilities.

Enhance your standing as a responsible and trusted organisation.

Regular assessments and compliance checks foster a culture of ongoing safety and operational excellence.

Unlock New Opportunities

Boost Credibility

Strengthen Reputation

Strengthen Reputation

Drive Continuous Improvement

Benefits of Compliancy Group Services

From initial assessment to ongoing support, our team ensures you’re always prepared and confident.

We streamline compliance processes, freeing up your team to focus on core business activities.

Services are tailored to your specific business needs, not generic templates.

Ongoing support, training, and regulatory updates keep your business compliant long after assessment.

Our 100% compliance pass rate and exclusive partnerships with UKAS-accredited bodies mean you’re in safe hands.

Expert Guidance at Every Step

Time & Resource Savings

Customised Solutions

Relevant Certifications & Accreditations

FAQ's - DSEAR Assessment

DSEAR deals with the immediate danger to life or health from fires or explosions resulting from the ignition of dangerous substances and should not be confused with COSHH, which deals with the chronic and acute health effects of exposure to substances hazardous to health.
The frequency of DSEAR assessments varies based on factors such as changes in the workplace, modifications in processes, or the introduction of new dangerous substances. Regular reviews, typically conducted annually, help ensure that risk control measures remain effective and up-to-date.
Yes, a DSEAR risk assessment is a legal requirement for workplaces where dangerous substances are present. The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) mandate employers to assess the risks of fires and explosions from these substances. This assessment must identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement measures to eliminate or reduce those risks as far as reasonably practicable
TL;DR – How to Carry Out DSEAR Risk Assessment 1.Identify dangerous substances. 2.Determine substance uses. 3.Assess associated risks and who could be harmed. 4.Control or prevention measures. 5.Risk mitigation. 6.Reporting of findings. 7.Schedule regular follow-ups.
DSEAR requires employers to assess the risks of fires and explosions that may be caused by dangerous substances in the workplace. Since 2015, DSEAR also covers risk caused by gases under pressure and substances that are corrosive to metals. Risks must then be eliminated or reduced as far as is reasonably practicable.
DSEAR is a set of regulations to control the risk of fire and explosion in the workplace. A dangerous substance is one that could cause harm to people from fire or explosion due to its properties or use and includes petrol or LPG.
employers The DSEAR places the responsibility on employers to assess, then eliminate or reduce the risks from dangerous substances. The self-employed are considered employers for compliance purposes of the DSEAR.
Conclusion. Understanding the disparities between DSEAR and ATEX regulations is crucial for managing hazardous areas effectively. While DSEAR focuses on UK-specific guidelines, ATEX sets European standards for explosive atmospheres.
DSEAR are concerned with harmful physical effects arising from thermal radiation (burns), over-pressure effects (blast injuries) and oxygen-depletion effects (asphyxiation).
DSEAR is a legal requirement, and a risk assessment should be conducted every three to five years, or when there has been a significant change in process or materials or following an incident. It is encouraged to conduct a DSEAR risk assessment early in the event of a near miss or process change.