ATEX/DSEAR Assessment Services
ATEX/DSEAR and explosive atmosphere assessment support for industrial machinery, process equipment, dust handling systems and production environments. We help identify explosive atmosphere hazards, review ignition risks and define practical corrective actions to support safer operation and compliance.
Explosive Atmosphere Risk Assessment
Neuguard provides ATEX/DSEAR assessment support for industrial sites where flammable gases, vapours, mists or combustible dusts may be present during normal operation, cleaning, maintenance or foreseeable fault conditions.
Explosive atmosphere risks can arise around process equipment, dust extraction systems, powder handling, solvent use, filling operations, drying processes, gas systems, waste handling and machinery located within hazardous areas.
Our assessments help identify where explosive atmospheres may occur, what equipment or activities could act as ignition sources, and whether further control measures are required to reduce risk.
Hazardous Area and Ignition Source Review
ATEX/DSEAR assessments require a clear understanding of the substances present, the process conditions, the likelihood of an explosive atmosphere forming and the suitability of equipment used in or near hazardous areas.
We can support reviews of hazardous area classification, equipment suitability, ignition sources, electrical and mechanical equipment, static electricity, hot surfaces, mechanical sparks, maintenance activities, cleaning tasks and abnormal operating conditions.
Where required, we can review existing site information, layouts, equipment schedules, zoning drawings, safety data sheets, process descriptions and maintenance arrangements to help build a practical picture of the risk.
Practical ATEX/DSEAR Corrective Actions
An ATEX/DSEAR assessment should lead to clear and practical actions that reduce the likelihood of an explosive atmosphere being ignited.
Where issues are identified, we can help define corrective actions such as equipment suitability reviews, ignition source control, improved zoning information, ventilation considerations, dust control improvements, bonding and earthing checks, signage, inspection regimes, maintenance controls, isolation arrangements and procedural improvements.
Our engineering-led approach helps connect ATEX/DSEAR findings with wider machinery safety and compliance requirements, including PUWER assessments, CE/UKCA conformity reviews, electrical safety considerations, technical documentation and safety-related design upgrades where relevant.
Need support with ATEX/DSEAR or explosive atmosphere risks?
Whether you need an ATEX/DSEAR assessment for existing equipment, support with a new process, or corrective actions following a safety review,
Neuguard can help identify explosive atmosphere hazards and develop practical measures to reduce risk.