DGSA Services – External Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser Support

If your business is involved in the carriage of dangerous goods by road, you may be legally required to appoint a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA).

MLT Advisory provides external DGSA services, offering competent, independent support to help you meet your legal obligations and maintain safe, compliant operations.

What is a DGSA?

A Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA) is responsible for advising businesses on compliance with dangerous goods transport regulations, monitoring safety performance, and helping to prevent incidents.

The role also includes reviewing procedures, preparing annual reports, and supporting investigations following accidents or enforcement action where required.

Our DGSA Services Include:

• Acting as your appointed external DGSA

• Preparation of annual DGSA compliance reports

• Monitoring ADR compliance and operational procedures

• Incident and accident support, including investigation advice

• Liaison with enforcement authorities where required

• Practical, proportionate advice tailored to your operation

Who This Service Is For:

• Consignors of dangerous goods

• Carriers and transport operators

• Loaders, packers, and unloaders

• Businesses unsure whether DGSA requirements apply to them

Why MLT Advisory?

MLT Advisory provides practical, proportionate DGSA support based on real-world operational experience.

We focus on:

• Clear, jargon-free advice

• Proportionate compliance aligned to risk

• Supporting safe operations without unnecessary disruption

• Helping businesses understand what applies — and what doesn’t

Our role is to support compliance in a way that works for your operation, not to create unnecessary paperwork.

Speak to a DGSA

If you’re unsure whether you need a DGSA, or would like to discuss external DGSA support, we offer an initial, no-obligation discussion.