DGSA Consultancy Services

Not only are Hibiscus Plc experts in chemical labelling, we also have our own in-house DGSA to help keep everything compliant and running smoothly.

Andrew Ely has been with us over 25 years and is a fully certified Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor. Whether it be providing regulatory guidance on label content or advising on technical matters within the Hibiscus Software Programmes, Andrew is our go to man on all things concerning the transportation of dangerous goods.

As well as providing all this and more at Hibiscus, Andrew can also act as a consultant DGSA for companies who do not wish to appoint someone internally.

Do I need a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser?

A Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA) must be appointed by any business that regularly ships Dangerous Goods by Road and their duties include an annual report to assess compliance with current regulations and to give advice on any improvements that should be considered. Even if businesses do not ship the goods themselves, but manage the shipments through a third-party, they may still require a DGSA.

You must have a dangerous goods safety adviser (DGSA) if you transport dangerous goods.

What does a DGSA Do?

Monitoring on compliance with the law.
Advising on the transport of dangerous goods and relevant training requirements.
Preparing an annual report of the employers’ activities.
Monitoring a range of procedures and safety measures.

What does a DGSA cost?

Our standard 12-month DGSA support package starts from £750 + VAT for remote assistance. For an internal audit and a support package tailored to your business, prices begin at £1,250 + VAT, with optional training modules available if required.

*Cost subject to discretionary travel expense charge, which is levied based on distance from our Leeds HQ. (See Pricing Map for details) 

Package Options

Our Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) consultancy solutions are designed for organisations that handle, store, or transport dangerous goods and must comply with the latest ADR and UK regulatory requirements. With specialist guidance from our qualified DGSA, they’ll be your appointed advisor who will instil the confidence that your procedures are correct, your staff are protected, and your reputation is secured.

Whether you need ongoing expert support, a focused on-site compliance review, or a complete solution including staff training, we provide flexible packages tailored to your operational needs.

Beyond these core packages, our DGSA offers a full range of additional support. We can carry out on-site audits to assess your current practices and flag any gaps before they become problems. We can also review your Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) to ensure they’re accurate, up to date, and fully compliant, and we offer a label consultation & printing service to make sure your GHS and ADR labelling ticks every box. Get in touch to build a bespoke package around exactly what your business needs.

We can also craft bespoke packages to include SDS software and assist fully with your GHS / ADR labelling needs.

Why Choose Us?

• Regulators expect compliance — we make it achievable
• Clear, practical guidance tailored to your operations
• Proactive support that reduces risk and eliminates uncertainty
• Training that improves safety culture and staff confidence

Take the complexity out of Dangerous Goods compliance. Partner with trusted experts and secure the assurance your business deserves.