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COSHH Assessments

This section provides an overview of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments maintained by A M Water Services.

Overview

COSHH assessments identify hazardous substances used in the workplace, evaluate the risks they present, and specify control measures to protect employees and others. All assessments comply with the COSHH Regulations 2002.

Assessment Structure

Each COSHH assessment includes:

  • Product Identification - Name, active ingredients, physical form
  • Hazard Classification - CLP classification and hazard statements
  • Persons at Risk - Those who may be exposed
  • Control Measures - Engineering, administrative, and PPE controls
  • Storage Requirements - Safe storage conditions
  • Emergency Procedures - First aid and spillage response
  • Waste Disposal - Proper disposal methods
  • Risk Rating - Overall risk with and without controls

Vehicle and Equipment Substances

Reference Substance Use Risk Level
COSHH_01 AdBlue Diesel exhaust treatment (SCR systems) Low
COSHH_02 Carplan Demon Shine Vehicle cleaning and polishing Low
COSHH_03 Carplan Screenwash Vehicle windscreen cleaning Low
COSHH_05 Comma Eurolite 10W40 Engine oil Low
COSHH_06 GT85 Penetrating lubricant Low

Chlorine and Hygiene Products

Reference Substance Use Risk Level
COSHH_04 Chlorine Spray Solution Surface disinfection Medium
COSHH_07 Hy-Ram Chlorine Tablets Water chlorination Medium
COSHH_14 Duck Daily Toilet Cleaner Toilet cleaning Low
COSHH_16 Fairy Professional Washing Up Liquid Cleaning Low

Paints and Marking Products

Reference Substance Use Risk Level
COSHH_08 Lapwing Line Paint Line marking Low
COSHH_09 Line Paint Red Line marking Low
COSHH_10 Traffic Film Remover (Orbit Wurth) Vehicle cleaning Medium
COSHH_11 Temp Line Marking Paint Yellow Temporary line marking Low

Office and Welfare Products

Reference Substance Use Risk Level
COSHH_12 Air Wick Pure Spring Delight Air freshener Low
COSHH_13 Burn Gel First aid burn treatment Low
COSHH_15 Energizer Industrial AAA Batteries Equipment power Low
COSHH_17 Lyreco 2 Ply White Facial Tissues Hygiene Low
COSHH_18 Lyreco Budget Highlighters Office supplies Low
COSHH_19 Pom Autumn Air Freshener Air freshener Low
COSHH_20 Pom Spring Air Freshener Air freshener Low
COSHH_21 Saline Eye Wash First aid eye irrigation Low

Control Measures

Hierarchy of Controls

  1. Engineering Controls
  2. Proprietary filling equipment
  3. Bunded storage areas
  4. Spill kits nearby

  5. Appropriate ventilation

  6. Administrative Controls

  7. Training on handling procedures
  8. Regular equipment inspection
  9. Immediate spill clean-up

  10. Safety data sheet availability

  11. Personal Protective Equipment

  12. Nitrile gloves
  13. Safety glasses
  14. Coveralls where required
  15. Respiratory protection if needed

Safety Data Sheets

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are maintained for all hazardous substances and are available to all personnel. Current SDS on file include documentation for all assessed substances.

Emergency Procedures

First Aid

Contact Action
Eyes Rinse with water for several minutes
Skin Wash with soap and water
Ingestion Rinse mouth, drink water, seek medical advice if unwell
Inhalation Move to fresh air

Spillage

  1. Contain spill with absorbent material
  2. Collect in appropriate container
  3. Wash area with water
  4. Dispose according to local regulations

Emergency Contact: 999 or Internal Extension 2222

Monitoring and Review

  • Monthly storage area inspections
  • Annual COSHH assessment reviews
  • Equipment maintenance checks
  • Incident tracking and analysis
  • APP_09 - COSHH Assessments Log
  • Safety Data Sheets (maintained in z. PDFs folder)
  • OHS Assessments

This assessment must be reviewed annually or when circumstances change. These COSHH Assessments form part of A M Water Services Limited's Integrated Management System.