Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH)
The COSHH regulations have been made in order to ensure that substances hazardous to health are identified prior to use and that any associated risk is eliminated or controlled.
Substances may cause harm to health by entering or contaminating the body in a number of ways. These include inhalation, ingestion, skin or eye contact, skin absorption, piercing or infection of open wounds/broken skin.
DO:
Ensure that you understand and follow the instructions for the safe use of materials.
Stop work if you feel unwell or have a skin reaction when using any chemicals and report it to your supervisor immediately. Ensure all hazardous substances are disposed of in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act.
Be aware of these symbols on products you may be using:
Toxic/Very Toxic
Contains substances which could cause serious health risk.
Irritant
May cause inflammation or irritation on immediate, repeated or prolonged contact with the skin or if inhaled.
Corrosive
May cause destruction of living tissue or burns.
Flammable
Contains substances which are flammable.
DO NOT: Put substances into unmarked or unsuitable containers.
