What triggers a review of Hazardous Area Classification and DSEAR Risk Assessment?
The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR) is a set of rules and regulations which must be followed by employers to ensure...
ANYmal X – the first Ex-proof legged robot
The world’s first Ex-proof legged robot could be a game changer for operations and safety in the chemical and oil & gas industries. Chemical...
CBA devises innovative IBC solution
Back in 2000, changes to the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) regulations meant that the percentage concentration of Ammonia solution that...
Hazard Studies – The Value of a Staged and Methodical Approach
Hazard studies are a well-established and essential practice within the chemical industry and are intended to enable effective planning, implementation and safe operation of...
One third of companies not ready for chemical emergency
Crisis preparation and management standards are falling short in almost a third of businesses as a new report reveals internal teams worry their organizations...
Chemical sites: 12 pain points for safety, productivity and efficiency
When it comes to operating in an environment where an explosion, fire or other hazardous incidents can occur, critical communication is something you can’t...
Making Changes at COMAH Sites – How Significant is Significant?
There is a lot to think about when making a change at any establishment. Whether those changes affect people, plant, or process, it is...
Building resilience: now is the time to invest in natural hazard risk management
With extreme weather events growing in frequency globally, Chris LeBoeuf, Senior Director of Engineering at ABS Group, details how the chemical industry – including UK-based businesses...
RAS Look Forward to Sharing Knowledge and Experience at ChemUK
As restrictions are lifted, we are looking forward to (safely!) being able to do more of what we do best – getting out there,...
How public support today can accelerate the sustainable, bio-based supply chains of tomorrow
By Dr Sarah Hickingbottom
General Manager for New Product Development and Stakeholder Relations, Circa Group
For the European Union to meet the climate and biodiversity targets...














