FREE guide explains any ATEX or DSEAR confusion

Farnell InOne has launched a simple, easy to use guide on the EU ATEX regulations and DSEAR (Dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations in the UK)

Farnell InOne, international distributor of electrical and industrial components, repair and operations products, has launched a simple, easy to use guide on ATEX, the European Union Directive that covers the safety of electrical equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres, and DSEAR (Dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations) applicable in the UK.

The guide is free to download, and includes sections on the scope of the legislation requirements and an explanation about how to comply.

The ATEX and DSEAR workplace regulations, which came into force in December 2002 with a transitory period that was recently completed on 30th June 2006, sets safety standards for the production of electronic products and equipment used in hazardous environments where flammable solvents or combustible dusts are present.

This legislation safeguards against accidents that could potentially be caused by sparks or other ignition sources.

Hazardous environments include industries such as aviation, shipping, petrochemical and mining.

The legislation requires that all products put onto the EU market for use in hazardous environments must be ATEX compliant and have a certificate of conformity.

Gary Nevison, Head of Product Market Strategy at Farnell InOne, comments: "From safety and environmental legislation such as ATEX and RoHS, to new emerging technology, Farnell InOne is all about delivering services and products to ensure the design engineering community can meet all the challenges of a rapidly changing marketplace.

Our new guide clearly and simply sets out what engineers need to know about ATEX and DSEAR.".

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