COSHH Chemical Safety Checklist

Creating a Control of Substances Hazardous to Health COSHH chemical safety checklist is crucial for ensuring the safe handling, storage, and use of hazardous substances in the workplace.

Here’s a basic outline for a COSHH chemical safety checklist:

1. Identification of Hazardous Substances:

   • List all hazardous substances used, stored, or produced in the workplace.
   • Include details such as chemical name, product name, supplier, and hazard classification.

2. Safety Data Sheets (SDS):

   • Verify that Safety Data Sheets are available for all hazardous substances.
   • Ensure SDS are up-to-date and accessible to employees.

3. Risk Assessment:

   • Conduct a risk assessment for each hazardous substance.
   • Evaluate potential exposure routes, health effects, and control measures.

4. Control Measures:

   • Check that control measures are in place to minimize exposure to hazardous substances.
   • Examples include engineering controls (ventilation), administrative controls (safe work practices), and personal protective equipment (PPE).

5. Storage and Handling:

   • Ensure hazardous substances are stored in appropriate containers and locations.
   • Check for proper labeling of containers with hazard warnings and safety information.
   • Verify that incompatible substances are stored separately.
   • Assess handling procedures to prevent spills, leaks, or exposure incidents.

6. Training and Information:

   • Confirm that employees are trained in the safe handling and use of hazardous substances.
   • Check for understanding of SDS, hazard symbols, and emergency procedures.

7. Emergency Preparedness:

   • Evaluate emergency response procedures for spills, leaks, or exposure incidents.
   • Ensure availability of spill kits, personal protective equipment, and emergency eyewash/shower facilities.
   • Verify that employees know how to respond to chemical emergencies.

8. Monitoring and Health Surveillance:

   • Check if air monitoring or personal exposure monitoring is conducted for hazardous substances.
   • Ensure health surveillance programs are in place for employees exposed to certain chemicals.

9. Maintenance and Inspection:

   • Inspect storage areas, containers, and equipment regularly for leaks, corrosion, or damage.
   • Verify that ventilation systems are maintained and functioning properly.

10. Review and Documentation:

    • Review the effectiveness of control measures and update risk assessments as needed.
    • Maintain records of COSHH assessments, training, inspections, and exposure monitoring results.

11. Communication:

    • Ensure effective communication of hazards and control measures to employees, contractors, and visitors.
    • Display hazard warning signs and labels in appropriate locations.

12. Continuous Improvement:

    • Encourage feedback from employees to identify areas for improvement in chemical safety practices.

Customize COSHH Chemical Safety Checklist according to the specific hazardous substances and processes in your workplace to ensure comprehensive COSHH compliance and promote a safe working environment.

Performing a COSHH chemical safety inspection using eAuditor Audits & Inspections checklist can greatly enhance efficiency and accuracy. Here’s a step-by-step guide to conducting the inspection:

1. Open the Mobile App:

   • Launch  eAuditor Audits & Inspections designed for COSHH chemical safety inspections. You can download from Android or Apple app store.

2. Enter Inspection Details:

   • Input necessary details such as location, date, and inspector’s name.

3. Identification of Hazardous Substances:

   • Input a list of hazardous substances present in the workplace in the checklist with details such as chemical name, product name, supplier, and hazard classification.

4. Risk Assessment:

   • Evaluate the risk associated with each hazardous substance and use dropdown menus or checkboxes to select exposure routes, health effects, and control measures.

5. Control Measures:

   • Document control measures in place to minimize exposure.
   • Check off engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE usage.

6. Storage and Handling:

   • Assess storage conditions and handling procedures for hazardous substances.
   • Ensure proper labeling, segregation, and storage practices.

7. Emergency Preparedness:

   • Evaluate emergency response procedures for spills, leaks, or exposure incidents.
   • Document availability and condition of emergency response equipment in  eAuditor Audits & Inspections  COSHH Chemical Safety Checklist.

8. Maintenance and Inspection:

   • Capture maintenance and inspection records of storage areas, containers, and equipment.
   • Attach photos of any observed issues such as leaks or damage.

9. Review and Documentation:

   • Review inspection findings and update risk assessments as needed.
   • Maintain digital records of COSHH assessments, training, and inspections.

10. Continuous Improvement:

    • Encourage feedback from employees for improving chemical safety practices.
    • Identify areas for improvement based on inspection findings.

11. Submit and Generate Report:

    • Submit the completed inspection within the  eAuditor Audits & Inspections.
    •  eAuditor Audits & Inspections  generates a comprehensive inspection report including findings, recommendations, and follow-up actions.

By following this structured approach within  eAuditor Audits & Inspections, you can efficiently conduct COSHH chemical safety inspections while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment.