APP_09 — COSHH Assessments Register¶
Document Information
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Document Reference | APP_09 |
| Issue Number | 2 |
| Issue Date | 1 June 2026 |
| Next Review | 1 June 2027 |
| Controlled By | Sean Ashton (HSQE Consultant) |
| Approved By | Aaron Mason, Director |
Master source — this page is canonical
The IMS portal is the master source for APP_09. Each of the 24 substances has its own page with a downloadable Word companion + SDS PDF — browse via the COSHH section.
Browse all 24 COSHH assessments
Related: APP_07 Hazard Identification · APP_10 Legal Register · APP_05 Risk & Opportunity Log
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Document control¶
| Rev | Changes | Date | Approved By |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Initial Issue — comprehensive register of all COSHH assessments | 04/07/2025 | Aaron Mason |
| 2 | Annual refresh — all assessments re-issued in new 13-section format aligned with CLP H/P codes. Three new substances added (Stihl 2-stroke oil, BP unleaded petrol, BP diesel). Each page now links to its SDS and has a downloadable Word companion. | 01/06/2026 | Aaron Mason |
Purpose¶
This register is the central index of every Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessment held by A M Water Services Limited. It ensures systematic tracking, review and maintenance of assessments in accordance with:
- COSHH Regulations 2002 (SI 2002/2677, as amended)
- CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (as retained in UK law)
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
- HSE EH40/2005 Workplace Exposure Limits
Scope¶
All hazardous (and formally-classified-as-non-hazardous) substances used, stored or produced as a by-product across A M Water Services operations — field, workshop, office and welfare. The register covers 24 substances at the date of this issue.
Assessment format¶
Every assessment follows a standard 13-section structure (revision 2 onwards):
- Product identification (supplier, CAS, physical form, use)
- Hazard classification (H-codes, P-codes, GHS pictograms)
- Persons at risk
- Routes of exposure
- Workplace exposure limits (HSE EH40/2005)
- Control measures (hierarchy of controls)
- Storage
- Emergency procedures (first aid by route, spillage, fire)
- Waste disposal (with EWC codes for hazardous waste)
- Risk rating (pre- and post-control)
- Training requirements
- Monitoring and review
- References
Each page carries a direct link to the supplier's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and a Word-document download for paper records.
Register — 24 COSHH assessments¶
Fuels & engine oils (high-hazard, van-carried)¶
| Ref | Substance | Signal | Class | Status | Last review | Next review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSHH_22 | Stihl HP 2-Stroke Engine Oil (100 ml) | Danger | H304, H412 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_23 | BP Unleaded Petrol (E10, 95 RON) | Danger | H224, H304, H315, H336, H340, H350, H361, H411 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_24 | BP Diesel Fuel (EN590 / B7) | Danger | H226, H304, H315, H332, H351, H373, H411 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_05 | Comma Eurolite 10W-40 Engine Oil | — | Non-classified (fresh); used oil carcinogenic | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
Benzene exposure — COSHH_23
BP unleaded petrol contains < 1 % benzene — a Category 1A carcinogen. Any routine operative exposure triggers health-surveillance obligations under COSHH Reg 11. Cross-reference APP_08 OHS Hazard Assessments Register.
Water-treatment chemicals (high-hazard)¶
| Ref | Substance | Signal | Class | Status | Last review | Next review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSHH_04 | Chlorinated Spray & Wipe (Greyland) | Danger | H314, H410, EUH031 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_07 | Hy-Ram Chlorine Disinfection Tablets | Warning | H302, H319, H335, H410, EUH031 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
Vehicle & equipment care products¶
| Ref | Substance | Signal | Class | Status | Last review | Next review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSHH_01 | AdBlue (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) | — | Non-classified | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_02 | Carplan Demon Shine | — | EUH208 only | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_03 | Carplan All Seasons Screenwash | Warning | H226, H319, H336 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_06 | GT85 PTFE Lubricant Spray | Danger | H222, H229, H304, H315, H336, H411 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_10 | Traffic Film Remover (Würth — alkaline) | Danger | H314 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
Line-marking paints (aerosols)¶
| Ref | Substance | Signal | Class | Status | Last review | Next review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSHH_08 | Lapwing Line-Marking Paint (White) | Danger | H222, H229, H319, H411 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_09 | Line-Marking Paint — Red Aerosol | Danger | H222, H229, H304, H315, H319, H336, H411 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_11 | Blackfriar Temp Line-Marking Paint — Yellow | Danger | H222, H229, H304, H315, H336, H411 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
Welfare & first aid (low hazard)¶
| Ref | Substance | Signal | Class | Status | Last review | Next review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSHH_12 | Air Wick Pure Spring Delight | Danger | H222, H229, EUH208 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_13 | First-Aid Burn Gel (3.5 g sachets) | — | Medical device — CE marked | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_14 | Duck Daily Toilet Cleaner — Ocean Marine | Warning | H319 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_15 | Energizer Industrial AAA Alkaline Batteries | — | Non-classified (sealed cells) | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_16 | Fairy Professional Washing-Up Liquid — Original | Warning | H319 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_17 | Lyreco 2-Ply White Facial Tissues | — | Non-classified | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_18 | Lyreco Budget Highlighters | — | Non-classified | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_19 | Pom Autumn Air Freshener (300 ml) | Danger | H222, H229 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_20 | Pom Spring Air Freshener (300 ml) | Danger | H222, H229 | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
| COSHH_21 | Saline Eye-Wash Solution (250 ml) | — | Medical device — CE marked | Active | 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2027 |
Summary statistics¶
| Category | Assessments | Danger signal | Warning signal | Not classified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuels & engine oils | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Water-treatment | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle care | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Line-marking paints | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Welfare & first aid | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Total | 24 | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Status definitions¶
- Active — current and approved for use
- Under Review — being updated or revised
- Draft — awaiting director approval
- Superseded — replaced by newer version (retained under document control)
- Archived — no longer in use but retained for reference
Van-pack synchronisation¶
The following 13 substances are also carried on the Van Packs site and synchronised via the scripts/sync-to-vanpacks.sh helper in the IMS repo:
COSHH_01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 22, 23, 24.
The remaining 11 assessments (COSHH_04, 12–21) are IMS-only (welfare-area products plus the bulk chlorinated disinfectant kept in the workshop rather than the van).
Review requirements¶
Annual review¶
Every COSHH assessment is reviewed annually as a minimum. The review considers:
- Whether the substance is still in use (discontinue / archive if not)
- Whether the supplier SDS has been revised (update classification, H/P codes, WELs)
- Whether controls remain adequate (any incidents, near-misses, or dermatitis cases since last review?)
- Whether PPE specifications are still appropriate
- Whether health-surveillance obligations have changed
Trigger-based review (mandatory, outside the annual cycle)¶
Reviews must also happen when:
- A new supplier / formulation is introduced
- SDS revision flags a new H-code or WEL change
- A related incident or near-miss occurs
- HSE guidance on the substance is updated (e.g. EH40 revision)
- Process or quantity changes materially alter exposure
Health surveillance requirements¶
Aligned with COSHH Reg 11 and APP_08 — OHS Hazard Assessments Register.
| Substance category | Surveillance required | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (benzene exposure) | Blood test / haematology for routine exposure | 6-monthly for high-exposure roles | H340, H350, H361 — statutory surveillance per HSE EH70 |
| Chlorine products | Respiratory assessment | Annual | |
| Solvents / fuels | Skin checks | Annual | Dermatitis screening |
| Engine oils (esp. used oil) | Skin-health monitoring | 6-monthly | Used oil is carcinogenic per HSE INDG35 |
| Line-marking paint aerosols | Respiratory assessment | Annual | |
| Aerosol exposure generally | General health check | Annual |
Storage requirements summary¶
| Substance type | Storage requirement | Segregation |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol / 2-stroke oil | UN-approved containers; flammable store or external fuel cabinet; < 30 °C | Away from diesel, oxidisers, all ignition sources |
| Diesel | Bunded fuel store / approved on-vehicle tank | Away from petrol and oxidisers |
| Chlorine (liquid + tablets) | Locked, ventilated, cool, dry | Away from acids, ammonia, metals |
| Aerosols (any) | Cool (< 50 °C), ventilated | Away from heat and ignition sources |
| Engine oils | Bunded, ventilated | Away from oxidisers |
| Welfare-area cleaners | Dry, secure | Away from foodstuffs |
| Line-marking paints | Dry, above 5 °C | General storage acceptable |
Emergency procedures¶
Chemical spillage¶
Substance-specific responses are set out in each COSHH assessment (Section 8). Generic principles:
- Evacuate non-essential personnel from the area
- Eliminate ignition sources (fuels, aerosols, solvents)
- Apply PPE specified in the relevant assessment
- Contain with appropriate absorbent (sand / vermiculite for hydrocarbons; proprietary absorbent for alkalis)
- Do not release to drains or watercourses — notify Environment Agency on 0800 80 70 60 if any such release occurs
- Dispose as hazardous waste via authorised contractor (EWC codes listed in each assessment)
First aid¶
- Route-specific first-aid measures set out in each COSHH assessment (Section 8)
- First-aiders at welfare units, on all active sites, and in the van packs
- Emergency services: 999 · NHS non-emergency: 111
- AMWS supervisor: Jason May · HSQE support: Sean Ashton (Onyx Operations)
Document control¶
Access and distribution¶
- Master copy held by Sean Ashton (HSQE Consultant)
- Controlled electronic copies published on the IMS site (this page) and on the Van Packs site (van-pack subset)
- Paper copies in site welfare units and the physical Van Pack
- Downloadable Word copies available from each COSHH page (for paper filing and re-issue control)
Safety Data Sheet management¶
- Current SDS held for every substance in the register
- Maximum age: 3 years from supplier revision date
- Readily accessible at point of use (linked from each COSHH page)
- For forecourt-purchased fuels, the SDS link opens the supplier's public URL so the live revision is always displayed
Related documents¶
- APP_07 — Hazard Identification Log
- APP_08 — OHS Hazard Assessments Register
- POL_HSQE_08 — COSHH Policy
- POL_HSQE_19 — Personal Protective Equipment Policy
- SOP 8.5 — Hazardous Substances (COSHH)
- SOP 8.7 — Health Surveillance
- Individual Safety Data Sheets (linked from each COSHH assessment)
Audit trail¶
| Date | Action | By | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2025 | Register created | HSQE Consultant | Initial compilation of 21 COSHH assessments |
| 04/07/2025 | Approved (Rev 1) | Aaron Mason | Approved for implementation |
| 24/04/2026 | Refresh drafted | HSQE Consultant | All 21 assessments re-issued in new 13-section format; 3 new substances added (Stihl 2-stroke, BP petrol, BP diesel); Word-doc companions generated; van-pack sync updated |
| 01/06/2026 | Re-issued (Rev 2) | Aaron Mason | Annual refresh approved |
Notes¶
- COSHH assessments must be readily available wherever substances are used
- All new substances require an assessment before first use
- All staff using a substance must receive training on its assessment (toolbox talks acceptable for low-hazard items)
- Consider cumulative exposure where multiple substances are used in the same activity
- Pregnant workers, new/expectant mothers and young persons require additional risk assessment for any Category 1A/1B CMR substance (benzene in petrol; relevant to COSHH_23 specifically)
- All assessments cross-reference their supplier SDS for underlying data
This document forms part of A M Water Services Limited's Integrated Management System and should be read in conjunction with the IMS Manual (MAN_01) and relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
Uncontrolled when printed.
Local controlled copy
Word version of this controlled document (for offline / paper records):
The page above is the master source — the Word doc is a snapshot for offline use.