Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 Flashcards
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What is the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002?
It is the law that requires employees to prevent or reduce the workers’ exposure to substances that are hazardous to their health.
What are the key points of COSHH 2002?
They must ensure that potential dangerous substances are safely stored or disposed of.
Chemicals and medication must be kept in the original containers.
Containers must have an appropriate safety cap or lid.
The COSHH file must be kept up to date.
How do you prevent and reduce exposure to hazardous substances?
Find the health hazards.
Complete risk assessments.
Provide control measures.
Keep control measures in good working order.
Plan for emergencies.
Provide information, instructions and training for employees.
Provide monitors and health surveillance in appropriate cases.
What should be included in the COSHH file?
identify and name hazardous substances.
State where hazardous substances are kept.
Identify what hazardous labels mean on containers.
Describe the effects of the substances.
State the maximum time allowed to be safely exposed to hazardous substances.
Describe how to deal with an emergency involving hazardous substances.
