COSHH

Question 1

What does COSHH require from employers?

Answer 1

• To control exposures to hazardous substances.

- To protect both employees and others who may be exposed from work activities..

Question 2

What is a hazardous substance?

Answer 2

Anything that can harm your health when you work with them if they are not properly controlled.

Question 3

What must employers do in relation to hazardous substances?

Answer 3

• What are the hazardous substances in the workplace.
• What are the risks to people’s health.
• Decide upon the precautions needed before work starts.
• Prevent people’s exposure to hazardous substances. If this is not reasonably practicable, then they must CONTROL the exposure.
• Control measures are used and maintained, safety procedures are followed.
• Monitor exposure of employees.
• Carry out health surveillance if required.
• Prepare plans and procedures to deal with accidents, incidents and emergencies.
• Make sure employees are properly informed, trained and supervised.

Question 4

What is COSHH?

Answer 4

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations 2008.