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A Guide for Cleaning Operatives The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations A Guide for Cleaning Operatives

Introduction Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations Chemicals (Hazards Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002 (CHIP)

What is covered? Substances used directly in work activities e.g. cleaning agents Substances generated during work activities i.e. fumes Naturally occurring substances e.g. dust Biological agents e.g. bacteria

Identifying Symbols Irritant Oxidising Agent Flammable Toxic Explosive Corrosive Toxic Explosive Damaging to the Environment

Safety Data Sheet 9. Physical and Chemical Properties 1. Identification of Preparation and the Supplier 10. Stability & Reactivity 2. Composition 11. Toxicological Information 3. Hazards Identification 12. Ecological Information 4. First Aid Measures 13. Disposal Considerations 5. Fire Fighting Measures 6. Accidental Release Measures 14. Transport Information 15. Regulatory Information 7. Handling & Storage 16. Other Relevant Information 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

The assessment should cover all stages of use: COSHH Risk Assessment The assessment should cover all stages of use: Delivery Storage Usage Disposal

COSHH Risk Assessment Assess the risks Identify hazardous substances Precautions Monitor controls Staff involvement

COSHH Risk Assessment File Hard copy of assessments All products covered Completed by competent person Master file maintained Copy of file held on site Provided to cleaning operatives with guidance Update annually or when product changes

What Next? Familiarise yourself with the file Read all product labels carefully before use Ensure containers are accurately labelled Never mix chemicals Add chemicals to water

What Next? Ensure tops are tightly replaced Wipe up spillages immediatley Use dispensers Treat cleaning chemicals with respect Make suggestions about improving safety Remember - the assessments are there for your safety - make sure you understand them!

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