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=Risk Assessment - COSHH Substances=
Activities in the space require the use of many chemicals and substances which could be considered hazardous to health.
Substances should be stored in the appropriate cupboard.
Please do not bring in new substances without checking with the wider membership first (but please do replace any consumable ones which run out!)
 
=Risk Assessment=


This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this section directly.   
This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this section directly.   
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===Activity===
===Activity===


Use of any item which could be considered hazardous to health
Use of any substance which could be considered hazardous to health
 
===Equipment===
 
N/A


===Signage===
===Signage===


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Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
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Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
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! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW  || MED
| Contractors materials (caulk, plumbers putty, filler etc.)    || User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage  || LOW || Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place.  Safety advice for product is clearly visible on manufacturers label.  Users to read manufacturers instructions carefully before use.  Users to check safety warning labels before use.  Latex gloves provided.  Eye protection provided.  Masks provided.  Ventilation recommended.  Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms  Access to running water if needed.  Spill kit provided.  Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. || LOW  || LOW
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW  || MED
| Wood Varnish and Wood Stain || User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage || MED || Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place.  Safety advice for product is clearly visible. If safety advice is not visible on label, “safe chemical practices” advice on display will be adhered to.  “Safe chemical practices” displayed on cabinet  Latex gloves provided  Eye protection provided  Masks provided  Ventilation of workshop recommended  Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms  Access to running water if needed  Spill kit provided  Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. || LOW  || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW  || MED
| Paint, including aerosols || User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage || MED || Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place.  Safety advice for product is clearly visible  Safety advice displayed on cabinet  Latex gloves provided  Eye protection provided  Masks provided  Use of respirator recommended  Ventilation of workshop recommended  Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms  Access to running water if needed  Spill kit provided  Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. || LOW  || LOW
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW  || MED
| Glue and sealants/Lacquer || User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage || MED || Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place.  Safety advice for product is clearly visible on manufacturers label  Safety advice displayed on cabinet  Latex gloves provided  Eye protection provided  Masks provided  Ventilation of workshop recommended  Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms  Access to running water if needed  Spill kit provided  Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. || LOW  || LOW
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW  || MED
| Lubricants, Oil and Grease || User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage || LOW || Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place.  Safety advice for product is clearly visible  Safety advice displayed on cabinet  Latex gloves provided  Eye protection provided  Masks provided  Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms  Access to running water if needed  Spill kit provided  Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. || LOW  || LOW
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW  || MED
| Fibreglass resin || User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage || HIGH || Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place.  Safety advice for product is clearly visible on manufacturers label  Safety advice displayed on cabinet  Latex gloves provided  Eye protection provided  Masks provided  Respirator recommended  Ventilation of workshop recommended  Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms  Access to running water if needed  Spill kit provided  Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. || LOW  || MED
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| Hazardous Substances Sodium Persulphate Sodium Metasilicate Model engine fuel Acetone || User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage || HIGH || User must read manufacturers instructions carefully before use  Chemical symbols must be checked against the safety advice sheet located on the cabinet to ensure safe use.  Gloves must be worn  Eye protection must be worn  Respirator must be used as per manufacturer instructions  User must have read the safety data sheet provided || LOW  || MED
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Latest revision as of 09:53, 19 June 2024

Risk Assessment - COSHH Substances

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this section directly.

Activity

Use of any substance which could be considered hazardous to health

Signage

  • Wear Eye Protection.jpg
  • Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
  • Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
  • Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
  • Read Instruction Manual.jpg

Understanding Risk Rating

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

Risk Assessment

Identify Hazards Who May be Harmed and How Severity Control Measures Likelihood Risk Rating
Contractors materials (caulk, plumbers putty, filler etc.) User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage LOW Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place. Safety advice for product is clearly visible on manufacturers label. Users to read manufacturers instructions carefully before use. Users to check safety warning labels before use. Latex gloves provided. Eye protection provided. Masks provided. Ventilation recommended. Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms Access to running water if needed. Spill kit provided. Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. LOW LOW
Wood Varnish and Wood Stain User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage MED Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place. Safety advice for product is clearly visible. If safety advice is not visible on label, “safe chemical practices” advice on display will be adhered to. “Safe chemical practices” displayed on cabinet Latex gloves provided Eye protection provided Masks provided Ventilation of workshop recommended Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms Access to running water if needed Spill kit provided Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. LOW MED
Paint, including aerosols User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage MED Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place. Safety advice for product is clearly visible Safety advice displayed on cabinet Latex gloves provided Eye protection provided Masks provided Use of respirator recommended Ventilation of workshop recommended Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms Access to running water if needed Spill kit provided Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. LOW LOW
Glue and sealants/Lacquer User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage MED Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place. Safety advice for product is clearly visible on manufacturers label Safety advice displayed on cabinet Latex gloves provided Eye protection provided Masks provided Ventilation of workshop recommended Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms Access to running water if needed Spill kit provided Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. LOW LOW
Lubricants, Oil and Grease User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage LOW Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place. Safety advice for product is clearly visible Safety advice displayed on cabinet Latex gloves provided Eye protection provided Masks provided Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms Access to running water if needed Spill kit provided Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. LOW LOW
Fibreglass resin User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage HIGH Stored in original container, tightly closed and in a safe place. Safety advice for product is clearly visible on manufacturers label Safety advice displayed on cabinet Latex gloves provided Eye protection provided Masks provided Respirator recommended Ventilation of workshop recommended Eye wash kit readily available in both rooms Access to running water if needed Spill kit provided Clear instruction on what to do if ingested located in clear sight of work area. LOW MED
Hazardous Substances Sodium Persulphate Sodium Metasilicate Model engine fuel Acetone User - Contact with eyes, Contact with skin, Swallowing, Spillage HIGH User must read manufacturers instructions carefully before use Chemical symbols must be checked against the safety advice sheet located on the cabinet to ensure safe use. Gloves must be worn Eye protection must be worn Respirator must be used as per manufacturer instructions User must have read the safety data sheet provided LOW MED
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