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Specialist DSEAR expertise
Experienced consultants with in-depth knowledge of DSEAR regulations, hazardous substances and explosive atmosphere risks.
DSEAR ASSESSMENTS FOR UK BUSINESSES
Helping you meet DSEAR regulations with confidence.
If your business stores or handles flammable substances, a DSEAR assessment is a legal requirement. Our experienced consultants carry out practical, site-specific risk assessments to identify hazards and help you meet your regulatory obligations.
- Delivered by specialist DSEAR risk assessors
- Clear, inspection-ready compliance reports
- UK-wide coverage across key sectors
Established 1989. Independent, family-run with ex-enforcement expertise.
Our clients
Why choose SML for your DSEAR assessment?
We specialise in helping UK businesses meet DSEAR requirements through practical, site-specific risk assessments. Our approach is thorough, compliant and focused on real-world implementation.
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Comprehensive site assessments
Identification of dangerous substances, ignition sources, hazardous area classification and control measures tailored to your operations.
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Inspection-ready documentation
Clear, defensible DSEAR reports that outline risks and control measures to support compliance and regulator review.
Get in touch for your DSEAR consultation
A no-obligation discussion about your DSEAR requirements and site-specific risks.
How we can help
Practical DSEAR risk assessments that identify fire and explosion hazards and help your business meet its legal obligations.
Expert DSEAR assessment and guidance
Our consultants assess dangerous substances, ignition sources and workplace processes to evaluate fire and explosion risk. We provide clear, site-specific recommendations aligned with DSEAR requirements.
Hazard identification and risk evaluation
Identification of flammable substances, hazardous area classification and assessment of existing control measures.
ATEX zoning and compliance review
Where required, we assess explosive atmospheres and review zoning, equipment suitability and ventilation controls.
Compliance and inspection management
As your dedicated health & safety consultancy, we manage statutory inspections for you, ensuring legal compliance, clear oversight and reduced administrative burden across your business.
Clear corrective action plans
Practical steps to address gaps, reduce risk and achieve full DSEAR compliance.
Inspection-ready documentation
Detailed reports that clearly outline findings, risk ratings and recommended actions.
Our clients say
At D&H we are passionate about continuously improving our H&S standards and SML have played a key role in helping us on this journey for many years. We continue to develop the relationship with SML to ensure we’re being the best we can be across all aspects of H&S throughout our business.
Julian Willis
Supply Chain Director
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to common questions about DSEAR assessments and compliance requirements.
What is a DSEAR assessment?
A DSEAR assessment identifies and evaluates risks from dangerous substances that could cause fire or explosion in the workplace. It is required under the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations.
Does my business need a DSEAR assessment?
If you store, handle or produce flammable liquids, gases, vapours or combustible dusts, you are likely legally required to carry out a DSEAR risk assessment.
What does a DSEAR assessment include?
A site inspection to identify hazardous substances, ignition sources, hazardous area classification where required and recommended control measures to reduce risk.
How often should a DSEAR assessment be reviewed?
Assessments should be reviewed regularly and updated when there are significant changes to substances, processes, equipment or layout.
Do you carry out ATEX zoning?
Yes, where required we assess explosive atmospheres and advise on hazardous area classification and equipment suitability.
Can you support multiple sites?
Yes. We carry out DSEAR assessments across single sites, multi-site operations and nationwide portfolios.
Sectors we support
DSEAR risk assessments tailored to the specific hazards and processes within your industry.
Manufacturing
Assessing risks from flammable liquids, combustible dusts and production processes.
Engineering
Evaluating ignition sources, hazardous substances and explosive atmosphere risks.
Retail
Supporting safe storage and handling of flammable products in commercial premises.
Logistics & Transport
Assessing fuel storage, vehicle depots and warehouse operations.
Construction
Evaluating on-site fuel storage, hot works and temporary hazardous environments.
Other sectors
DSEAR compliance support across a wide range of industries handling dangerous substances.
Ready to discuss your DSEAR requirements?
If you need a DSEAR assessment or want clarity on your legal obligations, our consultants are ready to help.
Get in touch