COSHH Assessment — EVO TOOL Temporary Linemarking Paint — Red¶
| Ref | Revision | Issue Date | Next Review | Assessor | Approved By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSHH_09 | 2 | 1 June 2026 | 1 June 2027 | Sean Ashton | Aaron Mason, Director |
Key references
COSHH_09 on the COSHH Register (APP_09)
The sheet linked above is the previously held red line-marking sheet, held against the product this assessment previously named. The EVO TOOL sheet has been requested from CID Group (Site Supplies & Janitorial) — owner Sean Ashton, target 31/10/2026.
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 | EVO TOOL Temporary Linemarking Paint — Red |
| Supplier | CID Group — Site Supplies & Janitorial (EVO TOOL) |
| Product code | LM00080 |
| Active ingredients / CAS | Acrylic resin, pigments and fast-drying solvents in an aerosol propellant. Free from propane, butane, lead and cadmium (manufacturer's specification sheet). CAS: mixture — see safety data sheet |
| Physical form | Aerosol, 750 ml can (pack of 12) |
| Appearance / odour | Red spray |
| Use | Temporary red line-marking for site demarcation, danger zones, services |
2. Hazard classification¶
Overall classification: Flammable Aerosol Cat 1, Aspiration Hazard Cat 1, Skin Irritation Cat 2, Eye Irritation Cat 2, STOT SE 3 (narcotic effects), Aquatic Chronic Cat 2
The EVO TOOL range shares one formulation across its colours, so the same classification is applied to every colour AMWS holds. It is set at the most protective of the classifications previously recorded for these products, pending the manufacturer's sheet from CID Group.
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements (H-codes)¶
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
| H222 | Extremely flammable aerosol. |
| H229 | Pressurised container: may burst if heated. |
| H304 | May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. |
| H315 | Causes skin irritation. |
| H319 | Causes serious eye irritation. |
| H336 | May cause drowsiness or dizziness. |
| H411 | Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
Precautionary statements (key P-codes)¶
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
| P210 | Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
| P211 | Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source. |
| P251 | Do not pierce or burn, even after use. |
| P261 | Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. |
| P280 | Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. |
| P410+412 | Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C. |
| P501 | Dispose of contents/container to an authorised waste contractor in accordance with local regulations. |
GHS pictograms¶
| Oxidising | Explosive | Flammable | Toxic | Harmful | Corrosive | Human Health | Dangerous for environment | Gas under pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ | ☐ | ☑ | ☐ | ☑ | ☐ | ☑ | ☑ | ☐ |
3. Persons at risk¶
| Staff | Public | Visitors | Contractor | Workers | Young / Pregnant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☑ | ☑ | ☐ | ☑ | ☑ | ☐ |
- Line-marking operatives
- Site personnel
4. Routes of exposure¶
- Inhalation: Vapour/mist — may cause dizziness
- Skin contact: Mild irritation
- Eye contact: Irritation
- Ingestion: Aspiration hazard
5. Workplace exposure limits (HSE EH40/2005)¶
No UK Workplace Exposure Limits (HSE EH40/2005) assigned to this product or its constituents.
6. Frequency and duration of exposure¶
COSHH Regulation 6 requires the assessment to consider the amount, level and duration of exposure.
| Amount used | Times per day | Duration per use |
|---|---|---|
| Small — millilitres | 1–5 | 1–5 minutes |
7. Control measures — hierarchy of controls¶
Elimination / substitution: Evaluated where practicable — see Section 12.
Engineering controls:
- Use in open air wherever possible
Administrative controls:
- No smoking
- No hot work nearby
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Nitrile gloves
- Safety glasses
8. Storage and handling¶
| Temperature | Below 50 °C |
| Location | Cool ventilated store |
| Avoid | Heat, sparks, direct sunlight |
| Container | Original aerosol can |
9. Emergency procedures¶
First aid¶
| Route | Action |
|---|---|
| Eyes | Rinse with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical advice. |
| Skin | Wash with soap and water. |
| Inhalation | Move to fresh air. |
| Ingestion | Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention (aspiration risk). |
Spillage¶
Eliminate ignition sources. Absorb with inert material. Dispose as hazardous waste.
Fire¶
Flammable aerosol. Use foam, CO₂ or dry powder.
Emergency contacts¶
- Emergency services: 999
- NHS non-emergency: 111
- AMWS supervisor: Jason May
- HSQE support: Sean Ashton (Onyx Operations)
10. Waste disposal¶
Empty aerosols are hazardous (EWC 16 05 04*).
11. Risk rating¶
| Before controls | With controls |
|---|---|
| Moderate | Low |
Risk rating methodology: Severity × Likelihood = Risk (S × L = R). See POL_HSQE_21 — Risk Assessment for the full scoring matrix.
12. Training requirements¶
- Aerosol handling
13. Assessment outcome¶
| Outcome | |
|---|---|
| Safe to proceed with existing control measures | ☑ |
| Safe to proceed with additional actions | ☐ |
| Unsafe — do not proceed | ☐ |
14. Monitoring and review¶
- Weekly van-pack inspection
- Annual COSHH review
15. References¶
- POL_HSQE_08 — COSHH Policy
- POL_HSQE_19 — Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Policy
- SOP 8.5 — Hazardous Substances (COSHH)
- APP_09 — COSHH Assessments Log
- HSE COSHH Regulations 2002 (SI 2002/2677, as amended)
- HSE EH40/2005 Workplace Exposure Limits
- CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (as retained in UK law)
16. Signatures¶
| Name | Signature | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessor | Sean Ashton, HSQE Consultant | 09/09/2026 | |
| Supervisor | Jason May, Site Supervisor | ||
| Approved by | Aaron Mason, Director | ||
| User acknowledgement |
Reformatted 09/09/2026 to the 16-section COSHH template. Hazard classification, exposure limits, control measures and risk rating are unchanged from Issue 2 — the migration added the persons-at-risk grid, frequency and duration of exposure (COSHH Regulation 6), the GHS pictogram grid, the assessment outcome and the signature block.
This assessment must be reviewed annually or when circumstances change — whichever is sooner.
Method statements¶
Used to mark service positions and danger zones before and during excavation.
| Ref | Method statement |
|---|---|
| MS 3.1 | Safe Working in the Vicinity of Buried Plant |
| MS 3.3.2 | Sign and Guarding of Excavations |
Held at Issue 2, 01/06/2026 on the Van Packs site and listed in APP_24. The method statement sets out the safe system of work for the task; this assessment controls the substance used within it.
Related documents¶
This assessment is one of thirty held under APP_09. The substance-specific controls are above; the system that maintains them is below.
- POL_HSQE_08 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
- POL_HSQE_19 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- SOP 8.5 Hazardous Substances (COSHH)
- SOP 8.4 Personal Protective Equipment
- SOP 8.7 Health Surveillance
- SOP 9.5 Hazardous Management of Waste
- APP_09 COSHH Assessments Register
- APP_10 Legal & Compliance Requirements Register with Evaluation
- RA_HO_15 PPE Management
Standard applied: COSHH Regulations 2002 (undated reference), with workplace exposure limits taken from HSE EH40/2005 and hazard classification from GB CLP. Referenced undated so a new edition does not force a re-issue of every assessment.