Sectors
Fire Safety & DSEAR Consultancy for Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturing and industrial premises present complex fire and DSEAR risks — flammable substances, process fire hazards, large floor areas, high fuel loads and shift working environments. Both fire risk assessments and DSEAR assessments may be required, often alongside hazardous area classification.
Key fire and DSEAR considerations
Manufacturing sites often require both a fire risk assessment under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and a DSEAR assessment under the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002. Where flammable substances are used, stored or produced, DSEAR applies — requiring identification of dangerous substances, hazardous area classification and appropriate controls.
Hazardous area classification identifies zones around flammable substance sources where explosive atmospheres may occur. This classification supports appropriate equipment selection and ensures that ignition sources are controlled in line with ATEX requirements.
Reports for manufacturing sites are produced in a format designed to satisfy insurers, the HSE and fire authorities — practical, operationally focused and aligned with ACOP L138, EI 15 and BS EN 60079 where applicable.
Sector-specific risks
- Flammable liquids, gases and combustible dusts used in production
- Process ignition sources — hot work, friction, electrical equipment
- Large floor areas and travel distances
- Hazardous area classification for zones around flammable substances
- Fire safety management in shift environments
- Means of escape from machinery areas
- Insurer requirements for DSEAR compliance documentation
Common questions — Manufacturing & Industrial
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