RPSG-FSMS -COSHH-022

Rev:03; Date:07/12/18
COSSH RISK ASSESSMENT
Issue No. 02
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RPSG Carried Out By: James Kelly

Department: Catering - DFAC Date: 12/7/2018
Substance Name: Plorichlor Tablets CRA Number: 22

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Operation / Process Details

Job / Task: Fruit and Veg Sanitization.

Amount being used: Small (Up to 1L) X Medium (1L to 5L) Large (Over 5L)

Exposure and/or Eye effects: Causes eye burns

Health Hazards Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin
Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation
Ingestion: Ingestion, may cause moderate irritation to mucous membranes

Groups at risk: Users Others at risk: Store Handlers

Evaluation of hazards before safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

Note: Eyes 5 Moderate
Skin 3 Low
Risk Rating = Inhalation 4 Moderate
Likelihood x Severit Ingestion 2 Low

Existing safety / control measures (if applicable)

Hand Protection: Wear protective glove

Eye Protection : If handling large quantities,wear tightly sealed goggles
Respiratory protection : Use in well ventilated area. reduce exposure time
Skin Protection: No special requirements under normal use conditions
Normal Working Hygiene Measures: Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Evaluation of hazards with safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

Note: Eyes 3 Low
Skin 2 Low
Risk Rating = Inhalation 2 Low
Likelihood x Severit Ingestion 2 Low

Risk Rating Risk Class

Likelihood (L) Severity (S)
1 = Rare 1 = Insignificant 1-3 Low
2 = Unlikely 2 = Minor 4 - 6 Moderate
3 = Possible 3 = Moderate 7 - 15 High
4 = Likely 4 = Major 16 - 25 Extreme
5 = Almost Certain 5 = Severe
 COSHH Assessment Form
Additional controls required (to reduce residual risk class to below 4)

Obtain and read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) before going to use the materials

Additional information
Eyes: In case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Skin: not required under normal use. wash away with soap and water.
Inhalation: Not relevant
Ingestion: Seek medical assistance. Do not induce vomiting.
First Aid:
General Advice: Consult Physician and show Safety Data Sheet.

Exposure Limits: Refer to MSDS

NON FLAMMABLE – In the event of a fire due to other causes the product is
compatible with spray water, foam,carbon dioxide and dry powder
Fire: extinguishers. As in any fire, self contained breathing apparatus and suitable
protective clothing.

Use good industrial hygiene practices when handling this material.

Store upright in original closed containers in a cool place. Keep dry.
Storage:

Wear protective clothing, do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.

Spillage:

Is the manufacturers safety data sheet (MSDS) Is maintenance of Engineering Controls in place?
attached to this assessment? (essential)
Yes x No Yes x No
Where RPE is used, is it inspected and Is monitoring required?
tested?
Yes x No Yes No x
Is Health Surveillance required? Has information, instruction and training been
provided?
Yes No x Yes x No

PPE Control measures ('X' if applicable)

X
Additional control measures ('X' if applicable)

X X X
Assessment review
1st Review 07/12/18 JKELLY 2nd Review (date & sign) 3rd Review (date & sign)