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Work accidents involving fires and explosions can be some of the most life threatening and catastrophic in terms of death and injury inflicted on workers and the general public. Where work requires the use of dangerous and flammable substances the risk must be managed by owners and employers.
DSEAR and the substances applicable
The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) are a set of laws dealing with such risks in the workplace and apply to employers and the self-employed.
Dangerous substances include items such as petrol, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), paints, varnishes, solvents, and dusts which can become explosive when mixed with air, such as those caused by milling and sanding operations. A detailed definition of what constitutes a dangerous subject can be found in the Regulations, but they are generally any substance or preparation which could cause harm to people as a result of its flammable or explosive qualities that have potential to cause a work accident.
Do you work in an explosive atmosphere?
If your work area is prone to build-ups of gas, mist, dust or vapour that mixes with air and could possibly catch fire or explode than you are at work in an "explosive atmosphere". This atmosphere may not necessarily result in an explosion, but the air has the potential to catch fire and the resulting flames would spread rapidly, which in turn could cause an explosion, particularly in a small space such as a plant or equipment room.
DSEAR for employers and the self-employed
The regulations apply for any workplace where a dangerous substance is present or might be present if certain circumstances prevail.
Under DSEAR all employers and the self-employed must:
Have you had a work accident that was not your fault
If you feel that your employer's lack of action or someone else's negligence contributed to an accident in which you were injured you may be able to make a compensation claim with YouClaim.
Our personal injury solicitors work on a no win, no fee basis and our business model is designed to fully protect you from all legal fees and costs even if you lose the case, which rarely happens. In a won case you are guaranteed to receive 100 per cent of the compensation awarded.
If you wish to discuss your work accident with one of our knowledgeable legal advisors please call our free, confidential helpline now on 0800 10 757 95 or you can request a more convenient time when we can call you back. Alternatively, fill in the online claim form and we will look into your compensation claim before we call you to discuss it further. Above all, at YouClaim we are here to help.
