Sectors » Paper / Card

The Challenge

The Smurfit Kapa site at Mold allow for large scale production of cardboard and paper-based packaging materials for sale to a wide client base. The majority of processes are not hazardous in normal operation however while most product is stable, dust from combustible paper-based materials may present some hazard potential…

The challenge

The Graphic Packaging operation based in Bristol had identified the need to undertake a DSEAR assessment after a corporate audit was completed. The action was raised as the operations on site involved two areas of concern that which were identified as:

1. The storage and use of Isopropyl…

The Challenge

A visit was made to DS Smith Devizes factory based in Wiltshire, in September 2015 to consider compliance in respect of the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR). This was requested as the business had identified the requirement to complete a site DSEAR assessment. Site management had…

The Challenge

DS Smith’s Kelmsley mill continuously produces card and cardboard for the packaging markets. An internal audit identified a requirement for the powder storage and handling facilities to have DSEAR risk assessments.

The Solution

A visit was carried out to site in July 2017 to survey and assess the starch storage, handling…