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COSHH Assessment — Comma Eurolite 10W-40 Semi-Synthetic Motor Oil

Ref Revision Issue Date Next Review Assessor Approved By
COSHH_05 2 1 June 2026 1 June 2027 Sean Ashton Aaron Mason, Director

Key references

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Van-pack inclusion

This substance is carried in the field van packs. The Van Packs operative-facing site holds a synchronised copy.

1. Product identification
Product name Comma Eurolite 10W-40 Semi-Synthetic Motor Oil
Supplier Comma Oil & Chemicals Ltd
Active ingredients / CAS Highly-refined mineral base oil + performance additives
CAS: 64742-54-7 (base oil)
Physical form Viscous liquid
Appearance / odour Amber/brown liquid
Use Engine lubricant for petrol and diesel vehicles

2. Hazard classification

Overall classification: Not classified as hazardous (fresh oil). Used oil may contain hazardous combustion products.

Signal word: Not required — product not classified.

Hazard statements (H-codes)

No hazard classification required under CLP.

Precautionary statements (key P-codes)

Code Statement
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an authorised waste contractor in accordance with local regulations.

GHS pictograms

No GHS pictograms apply — product not classified as hazardous.

3. Persons at risk

  • Vehicle maintenance staff
  • Plant operators

4. Routes of exposure

  • Inhalation: Low — mist possible during pouring
  • Skin contact: Repeated/prolonged contact may cause dermatitis
  • Eye contact: Mild irritation
  • Ingestion: Low

5. Workplace exposure limits (HSE EH40/2005)

Substance 8-hr TWA 15-min STEL
Oil mist, mineral 5 mg/m³ 10 mg/m³

6. Control measures — hierarchy of controls

Elimination / substitution: Evaluated where practicable — see Section 12.

Engineering controls:

  • Drip trays under dispensing points
  • Bunded storage

Administrative controls:

  • Avoid skin contact — used oil is a recognised carcinogen (see HSE INDG35)
  • Change contaminated clothing promptly

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

  • Nitrile gloves
  • Safety glasses
  • Overalls

7. Storage
Temperature Ambient
Location Dry store, bunded if bulk
Avoid Strong oxidisers
Container Original container

8. Emergency procedures

First aid

Route Action
Eyes Rinse with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.
Skin Wash with soap and water. Apply emollient. Seek medical advice if dermatitis develops.
Inhalation Move to fresh air.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice.

Spillage

Absorb with sand or proprietary oil absorbent. Dispose as special/hazardous waste.

Fire

Combustible if heated. Use foam, dry powder or CO₂.

Emergency contacts

  • Emergency services: 999
  • NHS non-emergency: 111
  • AMWS supervisor: Jason May
  • HSQE support: Sean Ashton (Onyx Operations)

9. Waste disposal

Used engine oil is hazardous (EWC 13 02). Contain and send via authorised waste oil collector.

10. Risk rating

Before controls With controls
Low Minimal

Risk rating methodology: Severity × Likelihood = Risk (S × L = R). See POL_HSQE_21 — Risk Assessment for the full scoring matrix.

11. Training requirements

  • Safe oil handling
  • Used-oil segregation
  • Skin-care awareness (used oil carcinogen)

12. Monitoring and review

  • Monthly storage-area inspection
  • Annual COSHH review

13. References

Assessment approved by: Aaron Mason, Director · 1 June 2026

This assessment must be reviewed annually or when circumstances change — whichever is sooner.