Astutis Rolls Out ATEX and DSEAR Training to Meet Growing Industry Needs

We are proud to announce the launch of a new training solution designed to meet a growing demand in high-risk sectors: ATEX and DSEAR Compliance Training. 

Delivered in collaboration with DEKRA, a global leader in safety, inspection, and certification services, this new four-day course provides organisations with the practical knowledge and legal understanding needed to manage fire and explosion risks in explosive atmospheres.

This comprehensive four-day programme has been specifically designed for engineers, safety professionals, plant managers, and operators working in potentially explosive environments.

In today’s industrial landscape, many workplaces handle flammable gases, vapours, liquids, or combustible dusts, exposing teams to potentially catastrophic hazards. 

Whether in manufacturing, chemical processing, or waste management, compliance with the UK DSEAR Regulations (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) and EU ATEX Directives is a legal necessity.

The consequences of non-compliance include heavy fines, operational shutdowns, and, worst of all, preventable injuries or fatalities.

Benefits of ATEX and DSEAR Training for Businesses

• Regulatory Compliance: Equip your team with up-to-date knowledge of UK DSEAR and ATEX requirements to meet legal obligations and avoid enforcement action.
• Improved Risk Management: Reduce the chance of fire and explosion incidents through proactive hazard identification, assessment, and control implementation.
• Enhanced Safety Culture: Empower employees with specialist knowledge to improve safety outcomes and boost engagement across your organisation.
• Operational Resilience: Prevent downtime, equipment failure, and production delays by managing ignition sources and hazardous substances more effectively.
• Technical Competency: Learn how to assess explosion protection systems, conduct DSEAR risk assessments, and specify the right equipment for hazardous areas.

Course Delivery and Format Tailored to Your Needs

The ATEX and DSEAR training is offered in multiple formats, including Virtual, Classroom, and In-Company delivery – ensuring maximum flexibility for both individuals and businesses. It spans for days and includes no formal examinations.

This course is accredited by the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) with participants receiving a certificate of attendance and a Credly digital badge.

The course cost is £1,495 + VAT, with four upcoming virtual course dates available for immediate booking via our website.

Steve Terry, Managing Director of Astutis, had this to say on the launch:

“We’re seeing a clear shift in industry expectations when it comes to hazardous area compliance. With regulatory pressure increasing and the stakes higher than ever, businesses need practical, expert-led training that goes beyond theory. 

By partnering with DEKRA, we’re giving our customers access to world-class instruction in ATEX and DSEAR compliance – helping them protect their people, assets, and reputation. This course marks another step in our mission to deliver training that solves real-world problems and supports safer, more compliant workplaces.”

Chris Martin, Senior Process Safety Consultant at DEKRA, added:

''What sets this course apart is its grounding in day-to-day industrial realities. Too often, training remains theoretical, but this programme gives participants immediately usable tools - whether they're managing combustible dusts in a food facility or mitigating ignition risks in a chemical plant. By working with Astutis, we’re able to extend DEKRA’s technical expertise to a broader audience, supporting our shared mission of building safer, more resilient operations. This launch also coincides with DEKRA’s 100th year, underlining our long-standing commitment to creating a safe, secure, and sustainable world."

Secure Your Place on the ATEX and DSEAR Course

This course is now available to book via our ATEX and DSEAR Training course page, with four upcoming virtual dates and flexible in-company delivery options. Let Astutis help you take the next step in fire and explosion risk management. Book now whilst spaces last.